The Official Grand Central Terminal Tour
1.5 hours
Max 20
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- Join the only official tour of Grand Central Terminal thanks to our exclusive relationship.
- Visit lesser-known areas of this famous building—from an old movie theater to the former office of a 1920s railroad tycoon—with an expert official guide.
- Hear the stories of historical characters like Cornelius Vanderbilt or Paul "Tick Tock" Kugler, who made Grand Central what it is today.
- Take an intimate look at the daily routine of one of the world’s biggest and busiest travel hubs.
- See all the major sites, including the Grand Central Market, Transit Museum, Grand Central Clock, Vanderbilt Hall, the Whispering Gallery, and the Main Concourse.
- Sites Visited
- Vanderbilt Hall
- Onassis Foyer and Commemorative Plaque
- Pershing Square and Tiffany Clock
- Campbell Apartment
- Oyster Bar
- Dining Hall and waiting areas
- Police station
- Movie Theatre
- Lexington Avenue and Chrysler Building
- Grand Central Market
- The Celestial Ceiling
- Grand Central’s Famed Clock
- Track 34
- The New York Transit Museum Annex and Store
- Tour Includes
- Local English-speaking guide
- Official Grand Central Terminal walking tour
Discover a side of Grand Central Terminal that even the most frequent commuters never get to experience on an unforgettable tour.
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Excellent
Reasonable costs. Very informative! Learned so much about the station and transit history in general. Kevin, our guide, was very interesting and passionate about the historical facts. Really enjoyed this!
Tripadvisor customer · Karen · Mar 02, 2026 Excellent
Amazing, informative and true value for money tour provided by the King of the Cairns, Kevin.<br />Can't praise the experience highly enough, a real eye opener to the majestic Grand Central Station. Make this a must-do when visiting New York.
Tripadvisor customer · S · Mar 01, 2026 Excellent
Kevin was a great tour guide! Very knowledgeable
Tripadvisor customer · Kyle · Mar 01, 2026 Excellent
Kevin was brilliant, knowledgeable, and witty. One of the best tours I’ve ever been on.
Tripadvisor customer · Becca · Mar 01, 2026 Excellent
Kevin was an excellent guide. Highly recommended. Lots of new information. Ask for Kevin
Tripadvisor customer · Ian · Feb 27, 2026You Can Also Experience These Similar Tours
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