An Audio Tour of Grand Central Terminal's Secrets and Stories
New York
Discover Grand Central Terminal's hidden secrets and stories. Uncover fascinating details, from its starry ceiling to the origin of 'red carpet treatment.'
Duration: 1 hour, 50 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Grand Central Terminal - Begin your journey through the iconic Grand Central Terminal, a bustling transportation hub steeped in history and adorned with breathtaking architecture.
  • Grand Central Market - Explore the vibrant Grand Central Market, a culinary paradise offering an array of gourmet delights and artisanal treats, where locals and visitors alike gather to indulge in gastronomic delights.
  • Whispering Gallery in Grand Central Terminal - Experience the enchanting Whisper Gallery, a hidden gem within Grand Central Terminal where whispered secrets are magically carried across the vaulted ceilings, creating an atmosphere of intrigue and mystery.
  • The Campbell - Discover the timeless elegance of The Campbell Apartment, a sophisticated hideaway bar nestled within Grand Central Terminal, offering a sanctuary of luxury and refinement amidst the bustling city.
  • Vanderbilt Tennis Club - Immerse yourself in the sporting heritage of Grand Central Terminal at the Vanderbilt Tennis Club, where enthusiasts can partake in a game of tennis amidst the historic surroundings of the terminal.
What's Included
  • Unlimited, lifetime use of the tour before and after booking date
  • Virtual playback option to listen like an audiobook from anywhere
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Self-guided GPS tour to explore at your own pace
  • Directions to the starting point for automatic tour start
Additional Information

Grand Central Terminal is one of the world’s top ten tourist attractions, with hidden features and fascinating stories. It’s also the setting for hundreds of famous films and novels, from Hitchcock’s North By Northwest to Salinger’s Catcher In The Rye.

On this tour, you’ll spot the details others miss, like why its famous starry ceiling is backwards, why it has a hole for a rocket, and why it neglected to clean one tiny spot. You’ll learn how Grand Central birthed the phrase “red carpet treatment” and the word “commuter.” You’ll find out how “air rights” were conceived here – and how they made Grand Central possible and nearly destroyed it.

As you walk around Grand Central Station, finding its often overlooked corners, you’ll learn how this historic landmark was created “by accident.”

By the end of the tour, you’ll have a deeper appreciation for this architectural masterpiece and engineering marvel that pioneered many features now common in transportation hubs worldwide.

  • Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
Location
Grand Central Terminal
East 42nd Street
"Meet me at the clock" -- the famous one atop the information booth in the Main Concourse of Grand Central Terminal, which is on 42nd St between Vanderbilt Ave and Lexington Ave.
Cancellation Policy

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

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