Grand Central Terminal Walking Tour

4.5 (11 reviews) New York City, USA
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Duration1h 30m - 2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 35 travelers

Overview

I'm a licensed tour guide by the City of New York. On this tour I will share with you the following:

History of the Vanderbilts and the Central Railroad
The history of the site including the two previous stations
The events leading up to the need for this version of Grand Central
The architecture both inside and out including the Main Concourse
The architecture of the attached Greybar Building
The importance GCT has had in NYC history and culture through the years

What's included

  • Tour of GCT

What to expect

  1. Grand Central Terminal
    2h
    On this approximately 2-hour tour we will share with you all of Grand Central Terminal's (GCT) history and as many of its secrets as any tour guide can!

    You'll Learn About:

    Why it is where it is, and what was there before it?
    How a terrible accident lead to its construction?
    Its architecture, including the astronomy of the Main Concourse.
    How Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis saved it.
    Common myths and urban legends?
    And much, much more!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet next to the Citi Bikes across the street from the main entrance to Grand Central Terminal on 42nd St. This location is in between the Pershing Square restaurant and a TD Bank branch.

End point

We will meet next to the Citi Bikes across the street from the main entrance to Grand Central Terminal on 42nd St. This location is in between the Pershing Square restaurant and a TD Bank branch.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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