Discover what's hidden in Grand Central Terminal

Tour Highlights

• 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

About

Discover the many secrets of this New York City icon! Close to a million people pass through Grand Central Terminal every day, yet very few know the many stories and secrets which you will learn on this tour. On this unique walking tour you will discover the origins and history of the Beaux Arts train station, from its glittering glory days to disrepair and modern quests to save it. Our top rated tour guides will make you experience what most miss: its hidden features, design quirks, and much more. Whether you pass through it every day on your morning commute or stroll through the Grand Central for the first time, you are sure to leave having learned, seen, and experienced something new and extraordinary. This tour of Grand Central Terminal is great for history or architecture buffs alike.

Meeting Location: The group meets in front of track 29, inside Grand Central’s main concourse. 89 East 42nd St, New York, NY 10017. Your guide will hold an “Untapped New York” sign.

Cancellation Policy:100% refund up to 72 hours prior to the start of your tour.

When canceled less than 72 hours before the start of your tour, we will do our best to reschedule you or issue you a credit to use on any of our upcoming tours. This credit won’t expire until you use it!

FAQ

How long is the tour?

This tour is 90 minutes long.

Where does it end?

It ends where it starts, inside Grand Central’s main concourse.

How strenuous is this tour?

This tour is easy and most people can participate.

Is this tour ADA accessible?

Yes, it is! You can email us at tours@untappedcities.com in order for us to best prepare your visit.

Is this tour mostly indoors or outdoors?

This tour is mostly indoors.

What is Untapped New York’s relationship with the MTA?

We are a minority owned and independent walking tour company based in Brooklyn, and are not endorsed, licensed, or otherwise officially sanctioned by the MTA.