New York Grand Central Terminal Guided Tour
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Experience Highlights
Discover New York's iconic Grand Central Terminal on this official guided tour. Together with a tour guide you'll explore the terminal's majestic architecture in approximately 1.5 hours. You'll discover all the nooks and crannies as you learn about its incredible clock, the history of its construction and trivia that would otherwise go unnoticed.
- Take this guided tour to learn about the history and architecture of Grand Central Terminal.
- You will be accompanied at all times by an official tour guide to whom you can direct all your questions.
- You will learn the story of Cornelius Vanderbilt, who designed the station, and all the secrets he hid in it.
What’s included
- Guided tour of New York's Grand Central Terminal
- Official Tourist Guide
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Step by Step
Embark on a fascinating journey through New York's Grand Central Terminal with this guided tour lasting approximately 1.5 hours in total. During this time you will be guided by an official tour guide who will provide you with detailed information about the history and architecture of this iconic landmark.
Starting in the main hall of the terminal, you'll get a first-hand look at its famous constellation-painted ceiling and the world's largest Tiffany clock that decorates the centre of the station. You'll hear the story of Cornelius Vanderbilt, who designed the terminal, and how the Grand Central neighbourhood evolved from poverty to wealth in less than 100 years.
You'll enter the Campbell Apartment which will transport you back to the 1920s, as it served as the private office of one of New York's most prominent railroad tycoons. You'll also wander into Graybar Passage where you'll find designs and jewellery for sale from local artisans, as well as an old movie theatre where travel-weary youngsters would hang out.
All in all, this tour is the perfect way to learn the best kept secrets of Grand Central Terminal. You'll discover intriguing stories about its construction, its role in New York's history and some surprising tidbits that are hard to find out otherwise.