NYC Secrets of Grand Central Walking Tour

Overview

Did you know there is a hidden tennis court inside Grand Central? Or that the ceiling is backwards? Discover many more secrets on this tour and learn about the surprising history of this New York City icon! This tour is led by a native New Yorker who is a licensed New York City Tour guide.

City: New York City

Fri 08 Nov

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Starting at $35.00

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Fri 08 Nov

Starting at $35.00

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What's Included

Guided walking tour led by a local New Yorker

Ear pieces provided to each guests, ensuring everyone hears the guide perfectly, even from a distance

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour is in English
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
We provide ear pieces to each participants so guests can hear the guides perfectly, even from a distance while maintaining social distancing.

What To Expect

Grand Central Terminal

We will explore the many hidden gems inside Grand Central Terminal while learning all about the history of this iconic NYC building!

Midtown

This tour takes place in the heart of midtown!

MetLife Building

We will see the Metlife as we walk around Grand Central

Chrysler Building

We will see the beautiful Chrysler building as we go outside to take a close look at Grand Central Terminal's clock

Campbell Apartment

We will peek inside this amazing bar hidden inside Grand Central Terminal

Grand Central Market

We will see it on this tour

Graybar Electric Building (Graybar Rats)

We will end our tour there!

New York City

This tour takes place right in the middle of Manhattan in New York City

Manhattan Skyline

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (371)

664kristinc

Oct 2022

Fascinating backstory for NYC, Gilded Age and more recent developments in the City. Our guide Richard was excellent: knowledgeable, so very informative, AND entertaining! The hidden secrets of GCT really need this tour to be uncovered. Based on our tour, I would plan to do more Untapped New York on future trips to NYC.

Response from Host

Oct 2022

We are so glad to hear that you will join us again when you come back to NYC. Untapped New York would be happy to see you again! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review.

cillarb

Oct 2022

Very informative, great guide, group was too large to allow us to see as much as would normally be possible.

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Thank you for your candid review. I appreciate it and we always strive to make each of our experience a five star one. Please reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know what was left out of the tour. My thanks!

Michael_S

Oct 2022

I live in NYC and travel through Grand Central weekly. I’m aware there’s a history so wanted to know more. The Tour was excellent, our guide was very knowledgeable and incorporated some fun anecdotes in the Tour. Lots of new and interesting info - The Kissing Room, Campbell’s Bar and the Tennis Courts we’re all new to me. Would definitely recommend to friends snd family from out-of-town. A good way to down 1.5 hours!

Response from Host

Oct 2022

An amazing review and I thank you for it. I'm glad that even a seasoned commuter like yourself can learn new and fun facts about Grand Central. Be well!