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

Sun 17 Nov

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Starting at $35.00

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Sun 17 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)

kkjellin2016

Jun 2022

Our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. The tour gave us lots of interesting information about Grand Central Station.. both historical and architecturally. We really enjoyed the tour and felt it was well worth the money.

Response from Host

Jun 2022

Thank you so much for reviewing our Secrets of Grand Central Terminal Tour. We are thrilled you thought it was worth the money. Be well!

karenrC7288FV

Jun 2022

The guide presented interesting stories as well as background and history of the station. Some people had problems with the headphones so we got a late start, and that meant I had to leave before the tour was complete. Otherwise I thought it was a great way to learn about secrets like the "hidden" acorns and oak leaves, and the spiral staircase in the information booth!

Response from Host

Jun 2022

Hi Karen, my apologies that you had to leave early because of a delay with our whisper listening system. We find those earpieces essential for everyone to enjoy the tour so all can hear and walk around at their own pace but sometimes technology can be tricky. Please reach out to us at [email protected] and we would be happy to reschedule you with our compliments so you can catch what you missed. My thanks!

William R

Jun 2022

The tour was not as interesting as described. Most of it was standing around looking at the tour guides ipad pictures of the past. Hidden gems were not able to be experienced, so they are still hidden to us. I learned a lot, but could have have learned more via a 30 minute documentary.

Response from Host

Jun 2022

Hi William, I thank you for taking the time to leave an honest review with valuable feedback. I am sorry the tour wasn't what you expected. We definitely walk a fine line in being able to show some of the hidden and unknown aspects of the system that are technically inaccessible to the public by state and city law. But the tour is designed to get you as close as possible without violating those laws while still being fun and exciting. I'm sorry that wasn't the case for you. I will share your feedback with our guide and please email us at [email protected] so we can also help to make up for your interpretation of the experience. All our best and be well!