Secrets of Grand Central Station Walking Tour New York City

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

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.

- Discover the secrets of one of NYC’s most iconic buildings

Learn about the design flaw as large as Grand Central’s main concourse

- Find one of NYC’s most elegant cocktail bars formally an office, a speakeasy and a jail

- Peek into the entrance of the glass walkways

- Locate Grand Central’s hidden tennis court

- Decipher the hidden symbols of the family that built Grand Central

See what’s left of Grand Central’s lost movie theater

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

The tour starts in front of Track 29, inside Grand Central Terminal's main concourse. Your guide will be holding an "Untapped New York" sign.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Ear pieces provided to each guests, ensuring everyone hears the guide perfectly, even from a distance

Guided walking tour led by a local New Yorker

Gratuities

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!

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Midtown

This tour takes place in the heart of midtown!

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Guided Walking Tour in English

Led by a local New Yorker!

Reviews

4.86

1,684 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1512

125

Great experience. Highly recommended
Alyssa T,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
So much history in 90 minutes! Such a knowledgeable tour guide. I commuted into GCT since 1990. 35 years later I finally toured it. The guide gave interesting nuggets of information.
The tour was very interesting and fun. We learned a lot about Grand Central Terminal how it was built, etc.
Trek593134,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We really enjoyed! We learned a lot about Grand Central terminal and it’s history. We are native New Yorkers - there were so many things. We never noticed even though we have been there many times.
Great tour
Donna F,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very interesting. Guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Love the history of Grand Central. Gave me a true appreciation for the building.
Great NYC tour
Gail P,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The tour was enjoyable, interesting and informative. We thoroughly enjoyed it. Grand Central station is an interesting place.
Just say Vanderbilt but thank Jackie O
529sukij,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A fun, engaging, educational tour of GCT led by Jonathan. I worked in GCT in the 80’s and still I found this tour exceptional! You could actually hear Jonathan’s every word and he remembered everyone’s names and used them in every sentence (a lost art!). His delivery is theatrical, so let’s add entertaining to the list of adjectives here! Just under 2 hours was a perfect length. A terrific value as well. (This review was not AI generated). I’m A person with feelings.
Grand Central’s Best Storyteller Guide
425meilingb,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Untapped New York, Secrets of Grand Central Terminal Jonathan was an excellent guide, on point, knowledgeable, funny, and a natural storyteller. He brought Grand Central’s hidden history to life with clarity and charm. I definitely recommend this tour! Mei & Victor, GA
Grand Central’s Secrets, Masterfully Told
meiling B,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Jonathan was a fantastic guide! He’s a natural storyteller — mysterious, funny, and incredibly engaging. His explanations were clear and very articulate, and his knowledge of Grand Central’s hidden history was impressive. He made the tour come alive from start to finish. Highly recommend!
Two thumbs up from a local
Cameron F,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
If you’re familiar with the city and want to experience something new, this is absolutely a must-do. I’ve passed through Grand Central hundreds of times, but this tour completely changed the way I see it. We covered both the history and the modern-day details, and I learned so many things I’d never noticed before. The pace was fast enough to stay engaging, but still packed with interesting facts and stories. Highly recommend!
Highly recommend
Lin C,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The tour was really great! It was loaded with fun and helpful historical information. Our guide was really knowledgeable and informative and fun! We had a great time!
Get to know more about NY
Worldtripping2014,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great tour guide. Very clear on the information. We learned a lot about NY history and visited places that are not accessible to the general public.