An Audio Tour of Grand Central Terminal's Secrets and Stories

New To The Site! New York City, USA

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90 to 110 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
  • The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and Drinks
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Grand Central Terminal, 89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017, USA

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"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.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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Opening Hours

  • 5/8/2024 - 4/17/2026

    Monday - Sunday | 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

What To Expect

Grand Central Terminal

Begin your journey through the iconic Grand Central Terminal, a bustling transportation hub steeped in history and adorned with breathtaking architecture.
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1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Whispering Gallery in Grand Central Terminal (Pass By)

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.
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The Campbell (Pass By)

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.
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Vanderbilt Tennis Club (Pass By)

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.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please bring your own smartphone and headphones

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy?

A: The An Audio Tour of Grand Central Terminal's Secrets and Stories has a Free Cancellation policy. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).

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