The Official Grand Central Terminal Tour

610

1.5 h

All Day

20 max

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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.

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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Saturday, Mar 15th

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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.

Total Customer Reviews: 610

Verified Ratings

4.6 /5

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4.8/5

Guest Support

4.6/5

Latest Reviews

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

Excellent

We learned so much about Grand Central Station and its part in New York City history. Our tour guide, LizBanks, was engaging and knowledgeable.

Verified · Janet · Mar 12, 2025 · USA · Female · 55 to 64 years

Excellent

Colin provided a background to Grand Central that was important to understanding the how and why of the building. He did an excellent job. Highly recommend this tour

Verified · Jay · Mar 09, 2025 · USA · Male · 75 or older years

Great

The tour was superb .Colin ,our guide , was very peasant ,knowledgeable and answered all our questions! We had afun 90 mins of history and interesting facts!