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UN Ambassadors Visit NYC Classrooms

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Senior United Nations diplomats visit each 7th grade classroom to engage students. These visits create an opportunity for dignitaries to visit New York City schools and to build a connection with the school community. It also helps to reinforce youth understanding of the UN system and member states. In anticipation of the visits, youth carry out research on the visiting diplomat, their country and position, as well as their curricular area of focus. A typical visit lasts approximately 50 minutes. During the classroom visits, Ambassadors provide an overview of their countries, roles and career paths followed by questions and answer sessions.

Welcome to the United Nations

Take a tour of the Palais des Nations and learn about the United Nations and the UN's work in Geneva. Our tour guides will inform you about the organization and its activities to maintain world peace, foster international relations and development.

You will discover the Palais des Nations, a unique building, formerly the headquarters of the League of Nations. The Palais des Nations, an outstanding testimony to twentieth century architecture, is situated in the beautiful Ariana park in Geneva, Switzerland. 

Due to the ongoing renovations in the Palais des Nations, our tour offers are limited and subject to changes. Please read the below information carefully and check this page regularly for updates. 

Important Information

During the renovation work, guided tours are temporarily not suitable for persons with reduced mobility., please be informed that tours for individual visitors are currently limited and sell out very quickly. we encourage you to check our website regularly. thank you for your understanding..

Before the tour

Once you have your ticket(s).

As soon as you receive your ticket(s), every person in your group needs to register for an access badge. The registration link for access badges is on the ticket(s). Please register as soon as your receive your ticket(s). Participants will then receive a digital badge with a QR code sent to their email address which they can print out and bring along or store on their mobile phone. The QR code will be scanned on the day to enter the Palais des Nations.

On the tour day

• All visitors must carry a valid passport (UN Member or Observer State). ID cards from the Schengen Zone are also accepted. Passports or ID cards will be checked at the entrance gate.
• Please be at the meeting point  mentioned in your booking confirmation,   30 minutes before your tour to allow time for security screening and transfer to the Visitors’ Center.  

The guided tour lasts for approximately one hour.

Groups can reserve a tour in numerous languages, including Bulgarian, Czech, Dutch, English, French, German (and Swiss German), Italian, Japanese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish and Slovak. 

• Adults  (Ages 18+): 22 CHF
• University students, senior citizens and disabled persons  (University students must show valid student ID): 18 CHF
• School Children and Youth  (Aged 14 to 17): 12 CHF
• School Children and Youth  (Aged 6 to 13): 11 CHF
• Teachers  (For every 10 school children booked, - 1 teacher is free. Extra teachers should be booked as adults)
• Private VIP Tour : 280 CHF
• The Human Rights and Alliance of Civilizations Room, decorated by famous artist Miquel Barcelò.
• The library of the Palais des Nations and the UN Museum.
• Part of the Ariana Park and the monument commemorating the conquest of outer space.
• A film about the history and features of the Assembly Hall, the largest room in the Palais des Nations.
• The plaza and entrance of our new state-of the-art and sustainable Building H.
• You will discover the Sustainable Development Goals.
• You will learn how a conference works at the United Nations.

Visitors Entrance Palais des Nations - Pregny Gate 14 Avenue de la Paix 1211 Genève, Suisse

+41 (0)22 917 48 96 [email protected]

Palais des Nations transit stop is  Appia .

Enter the Palais des Nations through the Visitor's entrance at Pregny Gate, on 14 Avenue de la Paix, 1211 Geneva in front of the International Committee of the Red Cross building and next to the Geneva Hotel School (please see  map  here).

The United Nations Office at Geneva is a workplace. Delegates hold their meetings where visitors go on guided tour. Visitors are therefore kindly reminded to stay with the tour guide at all times, to keep noise levels down, and to respect the professional working environment of the United Nations.

Please arrive 45 minutes before your tour.

​​​​​​​Public transport

Transports Publics Genevois Palais des Nations transit stop are Appia and Nations. Access from Cornavin railway station:

• Bus lines 8, 20, 60 ("Appia" stop)
• Bus line 5 or tram line 15 (“Nations” stop), then a 5 minutes' walk to Pregny Gate

Access from Cointrin airport:

• Bus line 5 (“Nations” stop), then a 5 minutes' walk to Pregny Gate

Other bus lines with stop at “Nations”: 11 and 22, then a 5 minutes' walk to Pregny Gate

In Geneva, unireso public-transport tickets must be purchased prior to boarding a tram, bus or ferry. Ticket machines are available at most stops. Travel cards or passes can be purchased at the main TPG centres (Rive, Cornavin and Bachet de Pesay).  Please note tickets are not available on the bus itself. Hotels, youth hostels or campsites typically offer a Geneva Transport Card, which allows use of public transport in Geneva free of charge during the period of stay.

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Unfortunately, visitors are not allowed to park inside the premises of the Palais des Nations. A large underground parking is available at the Place des Nations, next to the United Nations, and can be accessed via Rue de Varembé.

Additional Information

Accessibility.

The Palais tour is approximately 2KM (1.24 Miles) of walking and can be difficult for youth or those with mobility issues.

As the Palais des Nations undergoes a complete renovation, areas of the tour will be difficult to access for those who need assistance.

Holiday Calendar 2024

Official Holidays for  2024  at the United Nations Office at Geneva:

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Renovations of the Palais des Nations

The Palais des Nations is currently under renovation but guided tours continue in a limited capacity. We build on your understanding that the tour routes may change. 

Security Information

Visitors should plan for approximately 40 minutes for security screening upon arrival.

Visitors should not be carrying luggage or large bags.

Due to certain events, Visitors’ Service may need to close at short notice, this will not concern pre-registered groups.  Our tour route and schedule may be affected by certain meetings, meaning some rooms may not be accessible, without prior notice.

Please check the updated security information before your tour. 

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Tour the United Nations Headquarters in NYC

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Strolling through the fascinating corridors of international diplomacy at Manhattan's United Nations Headquarters is an educational journey not to be missed. Interestingly, while set on the east side of Midtown Manhattan, fronting the East River, the U.N.'s 18-acre parcel of land is considered "international territory" that belongs to members of the United Nations and is, therefore, not technically part of the United States. An hour-long tour here offers enriching insight into the important work of the United Nations organization.

What Will I See?

The best (and only) way to see the inner workings of the United Nations Headquarters is via guided tour. Approximately hour-long guided tours are offered Monday through Friday from 9:30 am to 4:45 pm. Tours start in the General Assembly building and afford a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the organization, including a visit to the General Assembly Hall. The General Assembly Hall is the largest room in the United Nations, with seating capacity for more than 1,800 people. In this room, representatives of all 193 Member States gather to discuss pressing issues that require international cooperation.

Tours also take in the Security Council Chamber, as well as the Trusteeship Council Chamber and the Economic and Social Council Chamber (note that access may be limited to rooms if meetings are in progress). En route, tour participants will learn more about the history and structure of the organization, including the scope of issues that the United Nations regularly deals with, including human rights, peace and security, disarmament, and more.

Note that a kid-friendly Children's Tour, geared towards children ages 5 to 12, is also available for booking with advance online purchase; all participating kids must be accompanied by an adult or chaperone.  

What Is the History?

The United Nations Headquarters complex was completed in New York City in 1952 on land donated to the city by John D. Rockefeller, Jr. The buildings contain chambers for the Security Council and General Assembly, as well as offices for the Secretary-General and other international civil servants. The complex received an extensive overhaul in celebration of the United Nations' 70th anniversary in 2015.

Where Is It Located? 

Fronting the East River, the United Nations Headquarters is located on 1st Avenue between East 42nd and East 48th Streets; the main visitors' entrance is at 46th Street and 1st Avenue. Note that all visitors need to first get a security pass to visit the complex; passes are issued at the check-in office at 801 1st Avenue (at the corner of 45th Street).

Guided tours are available on weekdays only; the UN Visitors Lobby with exhibits and UN Visitor Center remains open on weekends (though not in January and February). It's highly recommended to book your tickets for guided tours online in advance; a limited number of tickets may be available for purchase at the United Nations on the day of your visit. Note that children under 5 years of age are not permitted on the tours. (Tip: Plan to arrive at least an hour in advance of your scheduled tour to allow for time to go through the security screening.) There is a Visitors Café serving food and beverages (including coffee) on-site.

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INDIVIDUAL VISITS

Guided tours for individuals and small groups up to ten people.

Group visits

Various group visit options for children and adults are available.

About guided tours

Tickets and pricing, prices per person (2024): .

Online booking fee included.  

Guided Tours - 1 hour

• Adults   €15.90
• Students, retirees, military, people with disabilities, Vienna Card   €13.78
• School pupils, children   €7.42

Guided Tours - 1 1/2 hours

• Adults   €23.85
• Students, retirees, military, people with disabilities, Vienna Card   €20.67
• School pupils, children   €11.13

Lecture Programmes 

• 1-hour guided tour + a lecture: Adults   €23.85
• 1-hour guided tour + a lecture: Students, retirees, military, people with disabilities:    €20.67
• Second lecture:   €3.18

Private Tours for Small Groups <20 people

• Flatrate equal to the cost of 20 tickets 

Virtual Tours 

• Flatrate for groups up to 30 people    €212

Virtual Lecture Programmes 

• Flatrate for groups up to 30 people    €318

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• You will have to pass a security check. Please do not forget to bring a valid  official identification document  (national ID card, passport or driving license; a copy or digital version of the ID is not acceptable).
• As the security check might get busy, we recommend you to  be at the VIC at least 15 minutes before  the scheduled starting time of the tour.
• Small bags may be carried on tour. For security reasons there is  no possibility to store   luggage  at the VIC.
• The Visitors Service is  closed  on  weekends  and official  UN Holidays , and there are no tours during the  year-end  period (21.12.2024-5.1.2025) . 

The Vienna International Centre (VIC) is located in Vienna's Donaustadt area across the Danube, just seven minutes from the city centre by U-Bahn.

The street address is  Wagramer Straße 5, 1220 Vienna, Austria , with the Visitors Entrance located right next to the "Kaisermühlen/Vienna International Centre" U-Bahn stop.

We recommend the use of public transportation.

• By Underground/Subway: 
• From Vienna city centre (eg Stephansplatz), take the red U1 "U-Bahn" underground/subway line in the direction Leopoldau. Get off at the stop "Kaisermühlen/Vienna International Centre". Exit at the front of the train and proceed to the VIC main entrance (Gate 1) directly next to the station.
• Plan your journey to "UNO City"

• By coach Buses may stop in the side street of Wagramer Straße 5.
• By car Limited private car parking is available for a fee at the  Austria Centre .

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“One of the best tours of anything I´ve ever been to!” Tourist (Belgium)    

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“Everything was perfect!” Pupil (Belarus)   

“I loved it!” Student (Mexico) 

“Our guide was amazing. Competent and humorous. She answered all of our questions and we had many.” Vienna resident

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Would you like to visit the United Nations in Copenhagen? Are you interested in learning about the Sustainable Development Goals and the work of the 10 resident agencies in UN City?

In UN City, we offer Friday guided tours, presentations and workshops for organisations, and school visits. Read more about the different visiting options below:

Friday Guided Tours

Every Friday at 2pm, we offer free public guided tours in UN City to anyone interested in learning about the United Nations. Our guided tours will introduce you to the work of the UN, the 10 resident UN agencies working in UN City, the importance of the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals, and the sustainable features of the building.

Presentations & Workshops for Organisations

UN City hosts presentations and workshops for companies, non-profit organisations, and other groups interested in the Sustainable Development Goals or agency-specific mandates.

School Visits

UN City’s school service, YO UN G ,  introduces students to the UN and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals through different themes, which transform the students into active and engaged global citizens. We teach students aged 6–20, roughly corresponding the Danish primary school and upper secondary school ages.

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United Nations International School - Manhattan Campus

Private • PK-12 • New York, NY

United Nations International School - Manhattan Campus is a private school located in New York, NY. The student population of United Nations International School - Manhattan Campus is 1,596. The school’s minority student enrollment is 17.0% and the student-teacher ratio is 6:1.

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Most private schools have application deadlines at the beginning of the calendar year. The application process changes from school to school, so contact the admissions office if you have any questions.

Considering United Nations International School - Manhattan Campus?

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24-50 FDR Dr, New York, NY 10010

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Tours of the United Nations Building in New York

This post has all the information needed to take a tour of the United Nations Headquarters, including information about tickets, directions, what you will see there, and nearby sights.

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GUIDED TOURS OF THE U.N.

United Nations' guided tours are a great way to learn more about the organization and its contributions to the world order.

You must purchase tickets for the tour.

If you prefer to visit the United Nations for free, you can, but you will not see any of the significant parts of the Headquarters.

See below to find out what you can see without taking a tour. 

Pre-booked tickets and proof of full COVID-19 vaccination are strongly recommended but not required for entry. All visitors are recommended to wear mask but not required.

Tour Schedule

Tours are offered Monday-Friday, between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, and last between 45 minutes to an hour. 

There are no weekend tours .

The Visitors Center is open on the weekends, but you will not be able to see any other areas of the building.

Tours are offered in the six official languages of the United Nations, which are English, Spanish, French, Chinese, Arabic, and Russian.

Tours are also sometimes offered in German, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, and Swedish.

If for some reason a booked language tour is not available when you arrive, the tour will be conducted in English.

About the Tour 

On the tour, you will visit the 

• General Assembly Hall
• Security Council Chamber
• Trusteeship Council Chamber
• Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Chamber
• and much more!

About the Guides

• There are 24 United Nations Tour Guides.
• The guides are from 15 different countries and speak a combined 12 languages.
• Tour Guides are referred to as United Nations Ambassadors to the Public because of their direct contact with millions of visitors.
• The guides are briefed every morning so that they will be current on the ongoing work of the organization.
• Guides also sometimes wear the native dress of their home country.

Kids Tour - Thematic Guided Tours

Since 2019, the UN started offering tours for children ages 5 through 10.

The tour includes a visit to the kid-friendly UN Kids Corridor".  

Guides interact with children and role-play so that young visitors learn how the UN relates to their lives.

The Corridor has huge world maps on the walls, mounted flags of the countries that are included in the Security Council, and even an actual refugee tent. 

To know more about the Kids tour, click here .

Standard Guided Tour

In the centre of New York City, visit the UN! An intriguing chance to learn about UN Headquarters is provided by a one-hour guided tour.

You'll go on a brief tour of the halls of world affairs with one of the multilingual Tour Guides.

You will gain knowledge of the UN's past and current activities while touring its renowned General Assembly Hall and Security Council Chamber. (meetings permitting).

To know more about the tour, visit .

Garden Tour

In the autumn, Wednesdays at 2:30 pm offer special tours of the UN's North Lawn.

Learn about the history of the "George and the Dragon" statue, see a real section of the Berlin Wall, and find a "hidden gem" honouring Eleanor Roosevelt, one of the most significant women in the history of the United Nations, as you stroll through the gardens with their exceptional rose collection and recognizable cherry trees.

Thematic Guided Tour - Black History Tour

Take the unique Black History Tour to commemorate Black History at the UN!

Tour is available at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

You will get a special opportunity to see the Ark of Return, a permanent monument to those who perished in enslavement and the transatlantic slave trade, on the United Nations Visitors Plaza as part of the Black History-themed Tour of the UN.

Access to the General Assembly Hall, Trusteeship Council Chamber, and Security Council Chamber will also be included in the special visit.

With a focus on decolonization, visitors will learn about the contributions made by people of African origin to the UN's work in areas like peace and security and human rights.

Thematic Guided Tour - Focus on Women Tour

The Focus on Women Tour highlights the important contributions made by women to UN efforts in the areas of peace and security, human rights, and development.

More than half of the world's population are women, and even though their opinions have frequently been muted, their tenacity and wisdom have made them change agents!

This tour will discuss women who have had a significant impact on the history of the UN, as well as issues like Security Council resolution 1325, which emphasises the critical role that women play in conflict prevention and resolution, the distinctive and expanding role that women play in peace operations, Sustainable Development Goal 5, which focuses on gender equality and women's empowerment, and other General Assembly milestones that have improved the status of women globally.

A traditional Mola tapestry created by Kuna women from Panama will also be on display as part of the tour in the General Assembly Lobby.

If there are no meetings scheduled, the Focus on Women Tour will also have entry to the General Assembly Hall, Economic and Social Council Chamber, and Security Council Chamber.

To learn more, click here .

Other Things to See at the UN

Whether you take a tour or not, there is plenty to do at the United Nations.

The lobby and atrium are open for visits and you can see their permanent and changing  exhibits .

You can also browse their  bookshop ,  purchase a souvenir , and send a postcard with a  UN stamp!

You can also dine alongside UN delegates at the  Delegates Dining Room . You must make a reservation by calling 1-917-367-3314.

For a less expensive meal, try the casual Visitor’s Café in the Visitor’s Center.

NOTE:   The UN no longer offers the opportunity to have your passport stamped.

Instead, the UN Post Office sells souvenir passports for $1.00 which you can have stamped for free. 

Also, they will stamp any type of paper product, such as postcards, pamphlets, or even blank paper. This makes for a unique one-of-a-kind souvenir. 

HOW TO GET TICKETS

Tickets can be purchased online at the UN's Visitor Center website page .

Note that tickets are sold through this site via an online vendor. If you purchase with a credit card, Vendini Tickets is the name that will appear on your statement.)  

Tickets can also be purchased in person at the Visitors Center for the next available tour that day.

Because of limited availability, it is strongly recommended that you purchase tickets in advance.

Prices 

• Seniors (60 and up): $18
• Students (with ID): $18
• Children (5-12 years old): $15
• Children under 5 years old are not permitted on tours but are allowed inside the UN building.
• Kids Tours are offered for children 5-10 years old. For the Kids Tour, see above .

Purchase tickets here .

PLAN YOUR VISIT

The Visitor Entrance is at First Avenue and 45th Street.

You can use this link to Google Maps to get exact directions from your departure location to the U.N. 

By subway:   Take the 4/5/6 trains to Grand Central-42nd Street Station).

Exit Grand Central Station on 42nd Street (look for signs that say "42nd Street Exit". 

Once on the street, you can walk along 42nd Street to 1st Avenue and then walk north 4 blocks to the Visitor Entrance. 

If you don't want to walk from Grand Central, you can take the M42 bus heading east on 42nd Street. It is a free transfer from the subway.

TIP:  You may find our posts on  navigating the NYC subway  and choosing the right subway pass helpful.

By bus:   The crosstown M42 bus heading east. The Uptown M15 bus along 1st Avenue stops in front of the U.N. 

By ferry: The East River ferry has a stop at 34th Street and 1st Avenue. It costs the same as the subway and you will have fantastic views during your ride. See our post about the  East River Ferry .

By car: We advise you to not drive to the UN, as there is no visitor parking and traffic in Midtown is very heavy. 

When you arrive

Be sure that everyone in your group who is 18 years or older (and unaccompanied children 12 years and older) has their government-issued photo ID, such as a passport or driver's license.

Go to the Visitor Check-in Office at 801 First Avenue at 45th Street, across the street from the UN.

For 9:30 am and 9:45 am ticket holders, please be advised that the Check-in Office opens at 9:00 am.

Because you must go through a security screening, which may take some time, the UN asks that you arrive  an hour prior to your tour so you will not be late.

You won't be able to bring in big bags or tripods. We have great suggestions for where to store your bags for under $6.

Note:  If you are more than 15 minutes late your reservation may not be honored.

For more information about what to expect when you arrive, see the UN website .

Good to Know

• Tours take place during working hours, so groups are asked to keep quiet while walking in between stops.
• There are no restrooms along the tour route, so take care of any needs before the tour begins.
• TIP: If you have bags and would like to store them somewhere during your visit to the UN, look at our post on  where to store luggage in NYC .

What you can and cannot bring

The UN takes security seriously. Check their long list of prohibited items here .

You CAN bring the following:

• battery-operated electronic devices, as well as medical devices
• cameras, video recorders, or any type of recording device
• creams, lotions, or perfumes
• strollers (not permitted on the tour route)

NEARBY SIGHTS AND ACTIVITIES

You may want to link your trip to the United Nations with a few other activities. 

One activity is to join us for one of our pay-what-you-like tours of Midtown Manhattan or Grand Central Terminal .

Explore  Grand Central Terminal  (also a great place to grab food!). 

You can enhance your visit to Grand Central by using our  self-guided Grand Central tour  or our audio tour . 

For a stunning view of the NYC skyline, ride the aerial tram to Roosevelt Island.  Once you are on Roosevelt Island it is a lovely place to spend an hour or 2.

See our  Self-Guided Roosevelt Island Tour  for information on what to do on the island. 

You can also visit the New York Public Library . They offer free tours daily. 

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How to visit United Nations headquarters in New York (for free)

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Where is the United Nations headquarters in NYC?

United Nations Headquarters is in Manhattan (New York City), on the east side of the island.  The UN headquarters building is located off of 1st Avenue between 42nd and 47th streets

While the skyscraper that you THINK is the United Nations headquarters (technically the “United Nations Secretariat Building” is between 42nd and 43rd street, the actual visitor’s entrance into United Nations headquarters building is opposite 45th street.

There is no parking at the UN headquarters building – the UN website recommends walking or taking public transportation. We were staying at the Sheraton Times Square New York , so we walked over.  One advantage of walking is that on your way to visit the United Nations Headquarters, you’ll pass by many countries’ diplomatic missions, so it makes a good game of “spot the flags”

You will see an entrance building on the east side of 1st Avenue opposite 45th street.  It looks like this

If you look closely in the picture, you can see 2 armed guards in front of the UN building who will not let you in… unless…. you get a visitor’s badge.

Getting a (free) visitor’s pass to visit United Nations headquarters

Unless you work there, you will need a Visitor Pass to visit the UN Headquarters building.  The Visitor’s Check-In office for the United Nations headquarters building is (conveniently) right across the street from United Nations Headquarters, on the northwest corner of 45th Street and 1st Avenue (801 First Avenue is the address)

The UN website suggests arriving to check-in at least one hour before any scheduled tours you might have to go through the security process.  The security check in building opens at 9 a.m. Monday through Friday and at 10 a.m. on weekends.  Every visitor 18 and older needs to show government ID (original; no photocopies) in order to get a visitor pass.  The UN website does not mention this, but there is a sign in the building stating that your identification must be in English

My daughter (10 years old at the time) did not need to show ID but also got a visitor’s pass / bracelet.  Children under 5 years of age are not permitted to visit the United Nations headquarters building (supposedly for “security” but I’m not sure I understand that)

You’ll get a badge that looks something like this

and then you can cross back over 1st Avenue to visit the UN headquarters building

When to visit the United Nations Headquarters building in New York

The United Nations headquarters building is open most days from 9 a.m. (weekdays) or 10 a.m. (weekends) to 5 p.m.  Although the UN building itself closes at 5 p.m. they stop letting people inside at 4:30

• Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
• Saturday & Sunday from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm.
• All visitors must exit the building by 5:30pm

Visiting the UN headquarters building is not allowed on certain holidays – check the UN website for more information.  Another thing to note is that guided tours are only offered on weekdays, while the United Nations headquarters building lobby, shops and Post Office are open on weekends (except January and February)

How to visit United Nations headquarters for free

There are United Nations tours that are guided tours (but only on weekdays; see above).  The current price for United Nations tours is $22 for adults, $15 for “Students” (ages 13+) and Seniors (60+) and $13 for children ages 5-12 (Children under 5 are not permitted on UN tours or in the UN headquarters building at all).

That’s well and good, but we want to visit United Nations headquarters for FREE!

When my daughter and I were at the United Nations headquarters building, we decided not to pay for a UN tour and instead just visit the building.  The good news is that the lobby, shops, Post Office and atrium are open for free and even on weekends (when there are no UN guided tours)

We were there on a Sunday morning – it was super empty and I felt that it was a good time for general reflection.  The atrium in the United Nations headquarters building in NYC is very large and has lots of information about the United Nations itself, UNICEF, and other

I enjoyed this picture of former UN secretary general Boutrous Boutrous Ghali ( thank you Animaniacs !)

The shops were closed because we were there pretty early in the morning, but we spent an hour or so looking at the different displays both inside

and the sculptures outside the United Nations headquarters building

Definitely worth a trip to United Nations headquarters if you’re visiting NYC.

Have you been to the United Nations headquarters building in New York City?  If you took the UN Tour, was it worth it?  Or would you recommend just visiting the lobby and atrium for free?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do i need to bring to enter the un.

All visitors 18 years and older (and unaccompanied children 12 years and older) are required to present a valid government-issued photo identification issued by a Member State or an Non-Member Observer State of the United Nations to enter UN Headquarters. The photo identification must be original (no photographs or photocopies accepted), in Latin/Roman characters, and may include a passport, driver's license or national identity card.

Children under the age of 12 years must be accompanied by an adult. 

What COVID-19 mitigation measures are in place at United Nations Headquarters?

We look forward to welcoming you to the United Nations! Your health and safety and that of our staff are our top priorities. UN Headquarters is following guidelines issued by the World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), New York State, and New York City for increased health and safety procedures.

Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Staying Safe

So that UN Headquarters can safely remain open, we require that all visitors follow the guidelines outlined below. By visiting in person, you agree to abide by these polices. The United Nations reserves the right to ask visitors who do not follow these guidelines to leave the premises.

• Please stay home if you are feeling sick.
• Please follow the instructions of UN Security and Visitors Services staff. Failure to abide by these guidelines may result in you being asked to leave the premises.
• An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public space where people are present. We cannot guarantee that you will not be exposed to COVID-19 during your visit to UN Headquarters. Those visiting UN Headquarters do so at their own risk of such exposure.
• If you are unable to visit us in person, please see  un.org/visit  for more information on the wide range of virtual resources, activities, and programmes that you can enjoy from anywhere. 

What are the rules and regulations that visitors must adhere to while on the premises of the United Nations Headquarters?

The United Nations Headquarters is a workplace: Delegates hold their meetings in the Chambers where visitors enter on tour and walk by the corridors that the guided tours also use. Visitors are reminded to behave appropriately, to keep noise levels down, and to dress in a way that respects the professional working environment of the United Nations.

Within United Nations premises, all persons are required to comply with safety and security regulations, as well as the rules and procedures of the organization. Any act that disrupts the normal functioning of the organization’s programmatic activities, such as public displays of any form, including, but not limited to, clothing, banners, placards or other written or visual means, as well as vocal/audio sounds, gatherings, or demonstrations of any kind, including passive, is not allowed.

All individuals present on the United Nations premises are expected to fully cooperate with United Nations security officers at all times. Refusal to comply with applicable regulations may result in temporary detention or removal from or denial of access to the premises in accordance with Section 10 of the United Nations Headquarters Agreement and ST/AI/2019/5 , entitled “Authority of United Nations Security Officers”.

For more information about rules and regulations, please visit our Arrival page.

When are guided tours offered?

You can find out about available tour times and purchase your tickets by clicking “Book Now” on our home page, then selecting “In-Person Guided Tour - English” from the menu and following subsequent prompts. UN Headquarters is closed on the following holidays in 2024:

1 January - New Year's Day

29 March  -  Good Friday

10 April - Eid al-Fitr (observed)

27 May -  Memorial Day

17 June -  Eid al-Adha

4 July -  Independence Day (observed)

2 September -  Labour Day

28 November -  Thanksgiving Day

25 December  - Christmas Day

Can I visit the UN without going on a tour?

Yes, walk-ins with no pre-booked ticket are permitted. Please also read “What do I need to bring to enter the UN Headquarters?”.

How can I purchase a ticket for a guided tour?

Please check current ticket availability by clicking “Book Now” on our homepage . Select “In-Person Tours” from the menu and follow subsequent prompts.  Guided tour tickets may also be purchased onsite based on availability. 

Is the UN accessible for persons with disabilities?

The United Nations Headquarters is accessible for persons with disabilities or with a mobility impairment. Visitors may request the use of a wheelchair at the Cashier's Desk (located in the Visitors' Lobby), if taking a guided tour. 

What is the policy for service dogs and emotional support animals?

Service dogs are allowed on UNHQ premises to assist individuals with disabilities, in accordance with UNHQ regulations. However, emotional support animals are not permitted within UNHQ premises. Thank you for your cooperation in adhering to this policy. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] .

How long do guided tours last?

Guided tours are 45-60 minutes long.

What is your ticket/reservation refund policy?

All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

Can I see the General Assembly Hall and other Chambers without joining a tour?

No.  The General Assembly Hall and other Chambers are not open to the public and can only be viewed as part of a guided tour (meetings permitting).

Where is the drop off location for buses?

We encourage our visitors to arrive by public transportation, as there is no on-site parking, and drop-off options are very limited. If your group arrives by a charter or school bus, ask your bus driver to drop you and your students onto the right side of 1st Avenue and East 46th Street in front of the UN Visitors Entrance.

How many chaperones are needed for groups that include children?

For guided group tours of minors, we require one of every 20 persons to be an adult (this could be a teacher, parent or guardian).

Is there a security screening?

Yes. Please see  A rrival . You should arrive 60 minutes prior to your tour time for registration and security screening. After registration and security screening, walk to the Cashiers Desk at the back of the Lobby in the General Assembly Building to check in for your tour.

What if I am late?

If you arrive more than 15 minutes late at the Cashiers Desk to check in for your tour, your reservation may not be honored.

Apart from English, in which other languages are tours available?

Tours are offered in all six official languages of the United Nations (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish), as well as in additional languages in high demand. Tours in languages other than English may be available upon request. Please contact [email protected] for availability.  

In the unlikely event that the language tour requested is not available on the day, the tour will be conducted in English.

What else can I do at United Nations Headquarters?

Please take a moment to enjoy the changing UN Exhibits in the Public Lobby before or after your tour. Check out what’s on show HERE . After your tour, you are welcome to browse the UN Gift Shop ,  UN Bookshop , UN Stamp counter and visit the Public Inquiries desk in the first basement (GA-1B) area. This is also where the restrooms and vending machines are located. 

Is photography permitted?

Yes. The use of photography (with personal cameras or camera phones) is permitted, but video recording is not. However, depending on the meetings taking place, your Tour Guide might indicate that photography is not permitted in certain Chambers.

Is there a bag check or coat room?

No.  All coats and backpacks must be carried while on tour.  Please note that backpacks and bags larger than 14" (35cm) wide x 13" (33cm) high x 4" (10cm) deep are not permitted and that there are no luggage storage facilities available. For more information, please see  Arrival .

Are dining facilities available, or may I bring food to the UN?

You may purchase food and drinks at the Visitors Café or through vending machines. Please note that it's prohibited to bring food or beverages onto the UN premises. See our Arrival page for more information.  

If I do not have cash, is there an ATM that I can use?

There is an ATM machine in the Visitor Centre near the   Bookshop .

Are children allowed on tour?

For security reasons, children under 5 years of age are not permitted on tour.

Is there a dress code?

Yes. Please dress in a way that respects the professional working environment of the United Nations.  United Nations Security reserves the right to deny entry or remove from the premises anyone not behaving or dressed appropriately.

Are there designated Lactation Rooms for Nursing Parents?

Yes. The lactation rooms at United Nations Headquarters provide nursing parents with a quiet, private and comfortable space to collect and express milk. The rooms are easily identifiable through clear signage placed outside the designated rooms. They are well lit and have handwashing facilities and necessary supplies such as a liquid soap dispenser, hand sanitizer, cold storage, a microwave, a diaper changer and paper towels. The rooms also come equipped with comfortable chairs and an ottoman, a full-sized mirror, children’s story books, pillows and a music player to play ambient music.

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Public Visitors Area: GA-1BMED1 and GA-1BMED2

Download the printer-friendly lactation brochure.

Lectures and Visitor Service

We are happy to provide you with lectures on the work of the UN for your seminars, conferences, career fairs and information events in Germany.

Possible topics are:

• Work of the UN in Bonn
• Global Challenges: tasks and work of the UN worldwide
• The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
• Peace & Security, UN Blue Helmets
• UN Careers: work and internship opportunities

Visitor service at the UN Campus in Bonn 

Groups also have the opportunity to visit the UN Campus in Bonn for presentations on the work of Bonn's UN organizations or any of the above topics. Please note that due to the high demand, we can only receive a limited number of groups. The group size should at least have 10 and a maximum of 25 members. We do not receive individuals. Visits are only possible from Monday to Friday. Please note that we do not receive visitor groups on weekends. Due to limited capacities, we can only receive high school courses when they are about to finish high school (Abitur, BAC, GCE or similar).

Please send inquiries via email to [email protected]

Please indicate in your email:

• The size of the group
• The topic of your choice
• The date of your choice (if possible 2-3 alternative dates)

We look forward to your inquiry and will contact you immediately.

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5 Ways to Increase Elementary Students’ Knowledge of Other Countries

Awareness and appreciation of different cultural perspectives ensures that students have an open mind when considering global issues.

In any state standards, it’s almost ubiquitous these days to include the preparation of students for a global society. Unfortunately, courses on global education aren’t offered in traditional certification programs, nor are they often a part of professional development at most school sites. 

Nonetheless, if you wish to infuse global education into your curriculum, I have excellent news. You can begin your path to creating globally minded kids as early as your next lesson, and you won’t have to cut anything out of your day to do so. In fact, global education isn’t something else on your plate. It’s an understanding embedded in your curriculum, and neither you nor your students need to be globetrotters to become more globally competent. Here are five easy ways that any curriculum can be “globafied.” 

1. Share the Four Global Competencies With Students 

In your next lesson, consider the Asia Society’s widely used four domains of global education. Consider that in any lesson you teach, students are nearly always doing one or more of the following: They explore their world, they communicate ideas, they recognize perspectives, and they take action. What you want to do is simply provide them with access to do this globally . Here’s an easy example of what it looks like:

Example: You are teaching one of the core algorithms for mathematics: subtraction, multiplication, or even division. In your lesson summary, share a video about how similar problems are solved in other countries . Give students a few minutes to pause and try them out. Then, let them discuss in table groups what they think of the strategies and how they differ from or are similar to their favorite. To help the students get a broader sense of their world, name the strategies after the countries that they are from. Better, show students on a map where the strategies are from, or connect to a forum like Global Scholars and arrange a Zoom with students in that country to share their solutions to the same problem.

2. Provide Incentives for Inquiry

Consider the number of times a day that you offer kids, especially early finishers, a little bonus or a little challenge. In our world of constant internet access, doesn’t it seem that the following example could be infused in nearly any subject?

Example: Global education is perfect when I teach a unit of earth science, weather, plate tectonics, or volcanoes. When my students are constructing a project or completing a presentation, many finish early, and others need some motivation in their groups. I make these students International Ambassadors of Weather or perhaps of Volcanism. Then, I provide a link to a related topic and have them jot notes comparing the various global versions of their scientific phenomena. On the right side of the page, they record what they find as details. On the left, they can create a main idea—a global discovery to add to the group’s presentation in some way.

3. Give More Access

One of the best resources you can use right away is to infuse the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) into your teaching. Fully 193 of the world’s countries are part of the UN. All these nations recognize the need for things your kids will definitely care about. The knowledge that the world’s future challenges are not ours alone reminds modern learners that they are part of a global planet. This collective is looking for solutions to issues like climate change, pollution, and clean access to water.

Example: When I use a nonfiction article about an engaging topic in class, such as “Bullying in Schools,” global education comes naturally. I ask students to consider one of the UN SDGs that matches the context of the piece. To help them better see the global context of the article, I provide them with a link or resource of some kind regarding how other nations are tackling a similar issue. I then give this as a center rotation, or as a seatwork assignment. When we return to the article, I solicit responses from students about what the article’s takeaway is both locally and from a more global perspective.

4. Offer Options  

In the new era of differentiation, let’s not forget that differentiation happens for motivation and authentic inquiry as much as to give access to students with varying needs. 

Example: During your next essay-writing assignment, how about giving that anime lover an opportunity to research how Japanese artwork has influenced cultures like ours around the world? Or what about an option in your Revolutionary War unit for students to explore other revolutions around the world?

Offering choices within an assignment makes for more than engagement. With a simple option, you can help them explore other cultures in a way they already appreciate.

5. Use Student Experience and Cultural Assets

Utilizing and affirming your students’ cultural and experimental assets is what global education is all about. Allowing your students to share what many of them already bring to the class isn’t just good teaching, it’s also culturally responsive teaching.

It’s important to tap into students’ interests on a daily, and lesson-by-lesson, basis. Whatever topic you’re teaching, simply provide students with an option to share from their representative culture to the discussion. 

Example: Try this simple question during your lesson as a teachable moment. “Does anyone know how this might _____ outside the United States or in your family here in the United States?” Giving students a chance to share a cultural component that is a part of their experiences opens up a dialogue that is often overlooked in many classrooms. Providing chances for students to share their global and cultural experiences begins to normalize the view that we are, after all, a global society in and out of the class. 

When in Doubt, Think ‘Glocally’

Perhaps you‘ve heard of the term “glocal.” It means to think global and act local. Remember that this term can apply to any lesson you teach in which a local area of concern is addressed. When you embed any of the above strategies into your lessons, it won’t be just you thinking that way—your kids will be too.

Ukraine: UNICEF supports Kharkiv families evacuating from areas near Russia

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Amidst the rapidly deteriorating security situation in the Kharkiv region in northeastern Ukraine, UN agencies are helping local authorities to evacuate thousands of people from border areas with Russia.  

Recent days have seen relentless Russian air strikes which have killed and injured civilians. The escalation in attacks has also damaged or destroyed critical infrastructure, including power generation plants, electricity substations and railways. 

The United Nations Children’s Fund ( UNICEF ) is providing support to families arriving in the main city, also called Kharkiv. 

‘Not easy now’ 

“In the city itself, the situation is not easy now, but it is much calmer than in the border areas,” Liudmila Palamar, UNICEF programme manager in the Kharkiv region, told UN News . 

Earlier this week, UNICEF reported that nearly 2,000 children in Ukraine have been killed or injured since the start of the full-scale Russian invasion two years ago. 

Additionally, nearly half of all boys and girls are missing out on in-person schooling.

Ms. Palamar also discussed how UNICEF is ensuring that children can continue to learn even as conflict rages. 

This interview was translated from Russian and has been edited and condensed for clarity.  

Liudmyla Palamar: The situation in Kharkiv, both the region and the city, is not easy now. The territories from which evacuations are taking place are in a difficult situation in terms of security, with daily shelling. Therefore, it is almost impossible for families with children to stay there now. Most now travel in their own cars or other vehicles, but about 30 to 40 per cent are evacuated by the authorities. 

Those who are evacuated with the help of organisations or local authorities come to the humanitarian headquarters, which is located in the city of Kharkiv. In the city itself, the situation is not easy now, but it is much calmer than in the border areas. Shelling of the city continues on a regular basis, but it is not as intense as in settlements such as Vovchansk or Liptsy, from where people are leaving. 

Upon arrival in the city of Kharkiv, all evacuees are met by a large team at the humanitarian headquarters. UNICEF and our partners are an integral part of this team. We help families with children, primarily with essential items and humanitarian relief items such as hygiene kits. Since most families leave in a hurry – they leave practically without anything, without personal belongings – essential goods are what they need in the first days. 

We also provide blankets and, if necessary, children’s clothing. We also provide special UNICEF kits for children that contain, for example, a toothbrush, colouring books and information materials that help to distract and support them a little. 

The humanitarian centre also has our child-friendly space, where psychologists organise leisure activities for children while their parents are waiting in queues to register and receive help. 

UN News: Recent strikes have hit critical infrastructure, including the energy sector, causing power outages. How does this affect children, particularly their ability to learn, because many are now forced to study online?  

Liudmyla Palamar: Indeed, most children in the Kharkiv region – except for a single school called MetroSchool, which is located inside the Kharkiv Metro system – are now working online. Therefore, all schoolchildren who live in the Kharkiv region directly depend on having regular access to the internet as well as electricity to charge their laptops or tablets. 

For the past few months, both the city and the entire region have been living with regular power outages. Outages can last for several hours a day. 

Of course, this causes a lot of stress for children in terms of access to learning because all children live in different areas. Therefore, it is almost impossible for a teacher to adjust or plan classes, for example, in such a way that everyone can join in. Therefore, children sometimes drop out of classes. Sometimes the light turns off unexpectedly, and the internet disappears unexpectedly. Therefore, of course, this is a big problem. 

What we are doing as UNICEF in such a situation is to support children and help them with their academic performance through the Catch-Up Learning programme . It aims to make up for the knowledge that children have lost or that they did not have time to acquire over the past two years of the war, but also due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Schoolchildren in Kharkiv, like all schoolchildren in the world, were at home online. 

We have 10 such locations in the city of Kharkiv. We work in two key subjects within the UNICEF mandate: language and mathematics. At these locations, which are not affected by power outages, children can regularly access laptops and classes. 

We are also taking the infrastructure aspect very seriously. The recent attacks have affected not only critical infrastructure that produces electricity, but also water supply and heating. 

We are now working very closely with the utility companies that are primarily responsible for heating to help them restore or replace equipment that was lost in the attacks so that when the cold weather begins – which is less than six months away – children can have warm homes and apartments.