Official Grand Central Secrets & Hidden Gems Tour NYC
- 1h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
A historic hub of life in New York, Grand Central Terminal holds countless untold stories within its halls. From secret staircases to a onetime movie theater, there’s a lot more than meets the eye—and you’re about to discover it all firsthand. On this revealing experience, you’ll see a side of the world’s most famous train terminal that even the most frequent commuters never encounter. Get to know the colorful historic figures who brought Grand Central to life, and gain a new appreciation for its near-magical scale.
Inclusions
What's included
- Lexington Avenue and Chrysler Building
- Movie Theatre
- The New York Transit Museum Annex and Store
- Vanderbilt Hall
- Oyster Bar
- Pershing Square and Tiffany Clock
- Campbell Apartment
- The Celestial Ceiling
- Onassis Foyer and Commemorative Plaque
- Local English-speaking guide
- Police station
- Official Grand Central Terminal walking tour
- Grand Central’s Famed Clock
- Grand Central Market
What's not
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Your adventure begins in Grand Central Terminal’s modern-day heart: the lively main concourse. Marvel at the famous clock perched atop the information booth—and learn the eye-watering amount it’s rumored to be worth—as your guide regales you with the story of Cornelius Vanderbilt, the mastermind behind Grand Central Depot (as it was originally called). From there, head into Vanderbilt Hall, itself a living testament to Grand Central’s rags-to-riches transformation in the 1980s.
Next, pop outside for a moment to gaze upon the largest Tiffany clock in the world from the busy Pershing Square plaza.
Heading back inside, it's time to travel back in time to the Roaring 20s and see a speakeasy style bar that, a century ago, served as the private office of one of New York’s most prominent railroad tycoons.
After a foray into the Whispering Gallery, where you’ll learn just how whispered secrets travel across the busy interchange to be perfectly heard on the other side, you’ll get a peek at one of the largest lost-and-found departments anywhere in the world. Then, peruse the handcrafted designs and jewelry on sale from local artisans in the Graybar Passage before stepping into a fascinating former movie theater, where travel-weary youngsters could enjoy some entertainment back in Grand Central’s heyday.
Last but not least, you’ll weave through the colorful Grand Central Market before making your way back to the main concourse, having gotten a true insider’s look at the most famous train terminal in the world.
Chrysler Building (pass by)
New York Transit Museum Gift Shop (pass by)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at the GCT Tours booth in the Main Concourse of Grand Central Terminal.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- Walks - USA
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
- The tour is in English.
How it compares in New York City
- Its from-price is 59% below the median of the 2673 experiences we list in New York City.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 90 of 2673.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About New York City
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Manhattan is the classic first stop. Times Square glows above the theatre district, Central Park stretches for blocks between the Upper East and Upper West Sides, and the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building and Rockefeller Center define the midtown skyline. Downtown, the 9/11 Memorial, Wall Street and the Brooklyn Bridge sit close together, and boats run out past the Statue of Liberty to Ellis Island.
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