Located in the heart of Manhattan's financial district, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York offers free tours to visitors. The tours include an introduction to the banking system of the United States and the role of "The Fed" in the U.S. economy, as well as a chance to visit the Gold Vault located five stories below street level. The building itself is impressive, combining detailed wrought ironwork with features from the Renaissance palaces of Florence.
Planning Your Visit to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York:
- Reservations are essential for taking a tour of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York
- Reservations can be made by email (frbnytours@ny.frb.org), but calling 212-720-6130 will allow you immediate information about availability
- There is typically a 3-4 week wait for tickets, so call once you've finalized your travel dates to secure your tickets
- Tours last approximately an hour, and begin on the half hour from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. daily.
Security at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York:
- Arrive approximately 10-15 minutes before your tour to clear security
- All visitors must pass through a metal detector and have their bags xrayed before entering the building
- Visitors will be required to lock up their cameras, backpacks and any other packages they have with them before beginning the tour
- No note taking or photographs are allowed during the tour
