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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Verified Customer reviews
Verified ratings
4.7 /5
based on 675 Walks’ customer ratingsOverall rating
4.7 /5
675 reviewsRating summary by category
Latest reviews
Excellent
I have learned many interesting facts about Grand Central Terminal, thanks to the most professional tour guide I could have asked for. Joe made the tour interesting and fun at the same time. I definitely recommend this tour. Thank you.
Verified · Anna · Female · Apr 18, 2026 Excellent
Katherine was a wonderful tour guide! I she was so knowledgeable about history, and was very personable!
Verified · Cheryl · USA · Female · Apr 18, 2026 Excellent
Rob B. is a terrific guide.
Verified · Mark · USA · Male · Apr 18, 2026 Excellent
I've lived in the suburbs of NYC for years. I've been a frequent train rider to Grand Central Terminal, but I never took a tour. I knew some of its history, but Joe, our Tour Guide, shared many interesting details that I didn't know. He was articulate, engaging, and conveyed enthusiasm about the history, from its Beaux-Arts roots, to the grittiness and disrepair in the 60s and 70s, to its restoration. He had pictures to share. I remember as a teen the major news when Jackie O, et al, advocated to save it from potential destruction. Joe conveyed appreciation for the efforts of those guardians to preserve it. We were provided with earphones so we could hear him talk, and I could hear clearly both inside and out. I took a mid-morning tour to avoid the rush hours. Overall, it was well done and most enjoyable!
Verified · Denise · USA · Female · Apr 17, 2026 Excellent
Great tour. Learnt a lot
Verified · Beryl · Female · Apr 17, 2026
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Latest reviews
Excellent
I have learned many interesting facts about Grand Central Terminal, thanks to the most professional tour guide I could have asked for. Joe made the tour interesting and fun at the same time. I definitely recommend this tour. Thank you.
Verified · Anna · Female · 55 - 64 years · Apr 18, 2026 Excellent
Katherine was a wonderful tour guide! I she was so knowledgeable about history, and was very personable!
Verified · Cheryl · USA · Female · 55 - 64 years · Apr 18, 2026 Excellent
Rob B. is a terrific guide.
Verified · Mark · USA · Male · 75 or older years · Apr 18, 2026 Excellent
I've lived in the suburbs of NYC for years. I've been a frequent train rider to Grand Central Terminal, but I never took a tour. I knew some of its history, but Joe, our Tour Guide, shared many interesting details that I didn't know. He was articulate, engaging, and conveyed enthusiasm about the history, from its Beaux-Arts roots, to the grittiness and disrepair in the 60s and 70s, to its restoration. He had pictures to share. I remember as a teen the major news when Jackie O, et al, advocated to save it from potential destruction. Joe conveyed appreciation for the efforts of those guardians to preserve it. We were provided with earphones so we could hear him talk, and I could hear clearly both inside and out. I took a mid-morning tour to avoid the rush hours. Overall, it was well done and most enjoyable!
Verified · Denise · USA · Female · 65 - 74 years · Apr 17, 2026 Excellent
Great tour. Learnt a lot
Verified · Beryl · Female · 75 or older years · Apr 17, 2026 Excellent
Our tour guide, Debra, had the best enthusiasm & spirit which made the tour epic!
Tripadvisor customer · Mahdiyeh · Apr 17, 2026 Excellent
It's always a pleasure to know better the iconic places of New York. This was a tour not very long, well driven and with a very good price/quality.
Verified · Fernando · Portugal · Male · 65 - 74 years · Apr 15, 2026 Excellent
Katherine was amazing!
Verified · jen · USA · Female · 55 - 64 years · Apr 14, 2026 Excellent
Very good tour! Got to see a lot of different parts of grand central and learn some new things about it. The history is very fascinating. Our tour guide Ric was amazing!
Verified · Sarah · USA · Female · 25 - 34 years · Apr 13, 2026 Excellent
Sean was very interesting.
Verified · Laura · USA · Female · 65 - 74 years · Apr 11, 2026You Can Also Experience These Similar Tours
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