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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based on 620 Walks’ customer ratingsOverall rating
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Excellent
Loved the tour with Kathrine. She was really knowledgeable and the 90 mins passed in the blink of an eye. Would thoroughly recommend
Tripadvisor customer · Mark · Sep 09, 2025 Excellent
I enjoyed learning a little more about the history of Grand Central Terminal. Katherine did a great job. I love that they left a small rectangle to show how black the ceiling was before it was restored.
Tripadvisor customer · Klo · Sep 09, 2025 Excellent
So glad we did this tour -- we enjoyed it so much! Deborah, our tour guide, was terrific. I have lived in the city for 50 years (!!) and still learned things about Grand Central Terminal that I never knew. I recommend this tour to locals and tourists alike!
Tripadvisor customer · Meredith · Sep 07, 2025 Excellent
Sehr interessante Führung mit viel Hintergrundwissen, spannend erzählt. Architektur und Geschichte wurden interessant kombiniert
Tripadvisor customer · Tourist21611398229 · Sep 06, 2025 Excellent
Kevin was amazing !!!! We learned about a major part of the downtown scene. A must see for all visitors. We will go back o our own.
Tripadvisor customer · RobandRobin · Sep 05, 2025
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Excellent
Loved the tour with Kathrine. She was really knowledgeable and the 90 mins passed in the blink of an eye. Would thoroughly recommend
Tripadvisor customer · Mark · Sep 09, 2025 Excellent
I enjoyed learning a little more about the history of Grand Central Terminal. Katherine did a great job. I love that they left a small rectangle to show how black the ceiling was before it was restored.
Tripadvisor customer · Klo · Sep 09, 2025 Excellent
So glad we did this tour -- we enjoyed it so much! Deborah, our tour guide, was terrific. I have lived in the city for 50 years (!!) and still learned things about Grand Central Terminal that I never knew. I recommend this tour to locals and tourists alike!
Tripadvisor customer · Meredith · Sep 07, 2025 Excellent
Sehr interessante Führung mit viel Hintergrundwissen, spannend erzählt. Architektur und Geschichte wurden interessant kombiniert
Tripadvisor customer · Tourist21611398229 · Sep 06, 2025 Excellent
Great tour from an amazing tour guide. Kevin is the best. Come learn about the history of an amazing landmark, including it's unique history in urban transit and American architecture
Tripadvisor customer · Craig · Sep 05, 2025 Excellent
Kevin was amazing !!!! We learned about a major part of the downtown scene. A must see for all visitors. We will go back o our own.
Tripadvisor customer · RobandRobin · Sep 05, 2025 Excellent
Excellent story teller who gave a lot of insight
GetYourGuide customer · United States · Aug 30, 2025 Excellent
Katherine was a fabulous tour guide. Lots of great stories. Kept it very interesting. Would definitely tour with your company again!!
Tripadvisor customer · Kathryn · Aug 28, 2025 Excellent
Have to say that Katherine was amazing. She loved giving us so much information about Grand Central Terminal. Was also super helpful with extra info we could use for getting around the US Open from Grand Central. She was the best.
Tripadvisor customer · egervasoni · Aug 27, 2025 Excellent
Deborah was amazing! Had a great time!!! I would highly recommend this tour for anyone who likes history. So much cool information I would have never known about!
Tripadvisor customer · Katharine · Aug 27, 2025You Can Also Experience These Similar Tours
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