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

Sat 16 Nov

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Starting at $35.00

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Sat 16 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)

Jennifer_F

Jul 2022

Grand Central has so much history that we would have had no idea about what to look for. We absolutely loved learning about all the architecture, learning about lavish rich people, and looking for acorns! The story about the ceiling painted backwards is classic! I am so glad that Jacki O. fought to make it a historical monument. Our tour guide took us everywhere, showed us back rooms, and even went back to the Campbell Room for a drink.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Jennifer thank you for taking the time to leave this amazing review! We are thrilled you enjoyed your Grand Central tour with us. Take care!

samanthalR4050KD

Jul 2022

What a fun time! As a New Yorker, I always love learning more about my city, and this was a really fun way to do that. Super informative, and so fun. John was a great guide!

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Samantha! John is the best, glad you enjoyed your tour with him as so many do over and over. Please be well and we hope to see you again.

rachelle_s

Jul 2022

Fascinating tour of Grand Central, as well as the history of NYC itself. Our guide was excellent, engaging and extremely well informed. It is a treat to be guided by someone who is so clearly delighted by the city of New York and life there. We felt welcomed as well as educated.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thank you very much Rachelle! So glad you enjoyed your Secrets of Grand Central Tour with us and felt welcomed by our guides. Be well!