Unforgettable Grand Central Terminal History and Hidden Secrets
Overview
Step inside one of New York City’s greatest landmarks — Grand Central Terminal — and uncover the stories that lie beneath its Beaux-Arts beauty.
On this 2-hour guided walking tour, you’ll explore the architectural splendor, secret passageways, and fascinating tales that make this terminal far more than a train station.
Highlights include:
- Whispering Gallery: Test its mysterious acoustics that let whispers travel across the vaulted ceiling.
- The Opal Clock: Stand beneath the world-famous four-faced clock valued at millions.
- Hidden Histories: Learn about secret tracks, Prohibition-era bars, and behind-the-scenes stories of this century-old landmark.
- Architectural Wonders: Marvel at celestial ceilings, marble corridors, and Tiffany-glass details while hearing how Grand Central reshaped Manhattan.
Perfect for locals and visitors alike, this tour brings New York’s past to life through insider stories and little-known details you won’t find in guidebooks.
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Highlights
- all ages
- In person
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Location
60 E 42nd St
60 East 42nd Street
New York, NY 10165
How do you want to get there?
Meeting Point: One Grand Central Place. 60 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10165
We meet in front of the building, located at 60 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10165.
Grand Central Terminal: Introduction and orientation
Whispering Gallery: Acoustic marvel demonstration
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