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.

- Discover the secrets of one of NYC’s most iconic buildings
Learn about the design flaw as large as Grand Central’s main concourse
- Find one of NYC’s most elegant cocktail bars formally an office, a speakeasy and a jail
- Peek into the entrance of the glass walkways
- Locate Grand Central’s hidden tennis court
- Decipher the hidden symbols of the family that built Grand Central
See what’s left of Grand Central’s lost movie theater

City: New York City

Wed 23 Jul

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Starting at $39.00

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Wed 23 Jul

Starting at $39.00

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Claypool Tours

Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises (1) Entry Tickets (1) Walking Tours (2) Outdoor Activities (3) Wildlife Activities (2) Solo Travelers' Tours (3) Art, Culture & History (1)

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
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.

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 (1000)

adreannam2024

Jan 2025

I went on the Greenwich village coffee tour. I took my friend for her birthday. John Desantos was our tour guide! He was amazing. We both loved the tour and exploring the west village. I learned about nee and classic coffee shops and the history of the area. I highly recommend this tour! I enjoyed tasting several types of coffee as well. Worth every penny! John was friendly and informative.

Lilla D

Jan 2025

Absolutely wonderful tour! Chock-full of anecdotes and stories. Delivered in a super friendly and enjoyable manner, with lots of humor. Would totally recommend this for a 2-hour of history of New York and its railroad history!

Sightsee30746734339

Jan 2025

A great look at Grand Central, so many things i didn't know about it! I've been in Grand Central so many times as a commuter be never know our notices some many interesting thing about the terminal.