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NYC Secrets of Grand Central Private Walking Tour
Badge of ExcellenceNew York City, USA
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Grand Central Terminal is one of New York’s most visited landmarks and architectural gems, and beyond the rush-hour bustle, the station offers up its fair share of surprises. With this private walking tour, discover Grand Central’s hidden corners and see parts of the station even locals don’t know about. Learn about the station’s hidden tennis court, see its backwards ceiling, and learn fascinating facts about its long history.
- Discover parts of Grand Central Station that even local don't know about
- Go behind-the-scenes at one of New York's iconic landmarks
- Gain an insider perspective from a native New Yorker guide
- Private tour lets you explore at your own pace and stop as often as you like
What's Included
- Guided walking tour with a native New Yorker
- Ear pieces provided to each guests ensuring everyone hears the guide perfectly
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10170, USA
The tour starts in front of track 29 inside Grand Central Terminal's main concourse. Your guide will be holding an "Untapped New York" sign.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Grand Central Terminal
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Chrysler Building (Pass By)
MetLife Building (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Tour is in English
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Reviews
5.0
59 reviews
KATHY_D, Feb 2024
AJ, our guide, was very knowledgeable & made the tour very interesting. Would recommend for all history buffs!
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Hi Kathy, thanks so much for the review. AJ will be thrilled to see it and so are we. Be well!
Jacqueline_P, Jan 2024
Richard, our tour guide, was very informative. Very easy to hear with the listening ear piece. Got around to all areas of the station. Very thorough. I highly recommend this tour.
Raymond_B, Jun 2023
Richard was so knowledgeable and we really were appreciative to have him as our guide. We learned so many “hidden” secrets
Response from Host, Jun 2023
Thank you Raymond for letting us know and we will be sure to share this review with Richard. Be well!
Syretha_S, Feb 2023
I planned this outing for myself and three 16 years old. So I was a little nervous if they would find it interesting. They LOVED it! Alexis did a great job of sharing not only the historical facts but interesting /funny facts. She made it t so enjoyable for us all!
Response from Host, Feb 2023
Great! We’re genuinely thrilled you all had a great experience with Alexis at Grand Central Terminal. You made the right choice ;) Take good care!
Sherry_L, Jan 2023
Bill was absolutely wonderful. He brought Grand Central Station to life.
He was very knowledgeable & it peaked our interest to learn more about other NYC landmarks.
A couple of hours well spent!
Response from Host, Jan 2023
Hi Sherry I thank you for taking the time to review our tour. We are thrilled you enjoyed your time with Bill and we'll be sure to share this review with him. Be well!
Lisa_O, Jan 2023
Our guide, Ben, was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the history of Grand Central Terminal and how the rail system developed in New York! We learned a lot and had an amazing time. We highly recommend!
Response from Host, Jan 2023
Thank you so much Lisa! We will be sure to share this with Ben as well. We always appreciate the recommendation. Take good care!
Harry_L, Dec 2022
Richard was a terrific tour guide! We had our 8 year old and a 12 year old grandsons with us and he kept them engaged in the entire tour!
Response from Host, Dec 2022
Thanks Harry! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your time with Richard at Grand Central and we will share your review with Richard. Happy New Year!
James_H, Nov 2022
Learning about the vast acreage of the tracks and yard, the sustainability of the materials used ,the preservation efforts of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.
Victoria_R, Jul 2022
Our tour guide Jeremy was very knowledgeable and gave us a great tour of Grand Central!! Highly recommend!!
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Victoria, Jeremy will be thrilled to hear it! We will pass along your review to him and we pass along our heartfelt thanks to you for joining us and leaving a review. Be well!
Brian_F, Mar 2022
John was an outstanding tour guide..would highly recommend both him as a guide an the tour—extremely interesting and informative.
Response from Host, Mar 2022
Brian, thank you for taking the time to review our Secrets of Grand Central Terminal Tour. So glad you enjoyed it! Be well!
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