Private Grand Central Terminal Tour: The Secrets, Stories & Hidden Corners of NYC’s Most Iconic Landmark
1.5 hours
Max 1–6
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- The Whispering Gallery Phenomenon – Send a secret message across the concourse without anyone else hearing a word.
- A Hidden Movie Theater & Speakeasy-Style Bar – Grand Central’s best-kept secrets, still tucked away in plain sight.
- The Grand Central Clock & the $20 Million Mystery – Find out why this four-faced clock is one of the most valuable timepieces in the world.
- The Celestial Ceiling: A Sky Full of Secrets – The zodiac masterpiece above your head has a flaw so big it was almost erased from history.
- Exclusive Stories from the Official Guides of Grand Central – We don’t just know the history—we’re part of the team that tells it.
- 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
- Official Grand Central Terminal walking tour
The Experience: Grand Central Like You’ve Never Seen It Before
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Verified Customer reviews
Latest reviews
Great
Our tour guide, Kathryn was very informative and “fun”. Lots of interesting historic details about GC that we were not aware of (and we grew up in New York!)
Viator customer · Claudia · Dec 11, 2025 Excellent
Great Tour
GetYourGuide customer · Robert · Dec 09, 2025 Excellent
This was a fantastic tour! Our guide, Sean was terrific and very knowledgeable. We learned so much about the Grand Central Terminal, it's such an incredible place.
Viator customer · Sabrina · Dec 09, 2025 Excellent
An excellent tour around the Grand Central Terminal. Katherine was terrific: very knowledgeable about the whole area and its history and very very good at delivering the information.
Viator customer · andy · Dec 07, 2025 Excellent
Katherine, our guide, was simply amazing. she was very professional, but also funny and entertaining at the same time.
GetYourGuide customer · Andrea · Dec 02, 2025FAQs
What's the cancellation policy for private tours?
All private tours have a 7-day cancellation policy. Thank you for understanding.
Can I take photos during the tour?
Yes! Grand Central’s beauty deserves to be captured. Just be mindful of rush-hour commuters as you snap your shots.
What should I wear?
The tour involves walking on uneven stone paths—comfortable shoes are recommended!
Is this tour good for kids?
Absolutely! The station’s hidden secrets and cool engineering tricks make it fascinating for all ages.
How long is the tour?
The private tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours—plenty of time to explore, ask questions, and experience Grand Central like never before.
What makes this private tour different?
This is a morning private tour, meaning you’ll enter right at opening and see the Crown Jewels before the biggest crowds arrive.
