The Official Grand Central Terminal Tour

614

1.5 h
All Day
20 max

Overview

A historic hub of life in New York, Grand Central Terminal holds countless untold stories within its halls. 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.

What's Included

  • Discover Grand Central Terminal’s 150+ years of history.
  • Step into a 1920s railroad tycoon’s onetime office.
  • Peek at the architectural marvels all around the station.
  • See a surprising former movie theater-turned-wine store.
  • Tell secrets in the one-of-a-kind Whispering Gallery.

Tour 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).

Head into Vanderbilt Hall, itself a living testament to Grand Central’s rags-to-riches transformation in the 1980s. Next, pop outside...

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Meeting Point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at the Tour Information Booth in the Main Concourse of Grand Central Terminal. If you are standing at the clock in the middle of the concourse, the Tour Information Booth is located just to right of the Harlem and Hudson Line Departures.
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Total Customer Reviews: 614

Verified Ratings
4.6 /5
based on 614 Devour customer ratings
based on 614 Devour customer ratings
Rating Summary by Category
Guide
4.8/5
Guest Support
4.6/5

Latest Reviews

Excellent
Dwayne was very knowledgeable and entertaining
Verified · Lori · Apr 06, 2025 · USA · Female · 65 to 74 years
Excellent
Wonderful tour and our guide Sean was great!
Verified · Claudia · Apr 01, 2025 · USA · Female · 65 to 74 years
Excellent
Our tour guide (Liza Banks) was AMAZING!!! So funny and engaging the whole time. Remembered where people were from and brought in great comments about it during the tour. Tour sites visited at Grand Central Terminal were interesting.
Verified · Kelly · Mar 28, 2025 · USA · Female · 45 to 54 years
Excellent
Great tour for those interested in the back story on Grand Central Terminal. Even if you commute through this facility regularly, this tour adds colour to this historic building.
Verified · Andrew · Mar 27, 2025 · USA · Male · 55 to 64 years
Great
Joe was a great guide for the Grand Central Tour - knowledgeable and engaging
Verified · Jesse · Mar 13, 2025 · Canada · Male · 45 to 54 years

Know Before You Book

Is there much walking on this tour?
This tour does involve walking. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty and comfortable walking shoes are a must!

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