Grand Central History

Name: Grand Central History
Brand: Bowery Boys Walks
Availability: InStock

2 Hours • Explore an architectural icon • Ages 12+

New York

Overview

Duration: 2 Hours
Meeting point: New York
Group size: Up to 12 passengers

Rates

—	People
—	Private Group

Details

See a stunning landmark in a whole new way

(Best suited for adults and kids 12+ that have a strong interest in architecture New York history.)

Duration

2 Hours

(We will send the meeting place when you sign up)

About

Immediately recognizable as a masterpiece of beaux-arts design, Grand Central Terminal is one of the most iconic buildings in New York City Beyond its stunning beauty, the train station was also the height of innovation when it opened in 1913. On this tour, you will learn about the people who were responsible for its design and creation as well as those who saved it from destruction.

When you take this tour, you'll discover fascinating secrets, some of which are hidden in plain sight yet unnoticed by the millions that walk by every year. Come see how Grand Central Terminal is much more than just a “pretty face.”

The Tour:

While enjoying the sights of this landmark you will hear secrets including...

Tales of a haunted cocktail lounge
The location of the birth of TV news
The origin of the famed red carpet
Fascinating architectural details

Please Note

This walking tour takes place indoors — so it takes place rain or shine!

Private Group*: Please contact us for pricing and availability

Before you go

We can't wait to share New York's history with you!

Thank you so much for booking the "Secrets of Glorious Grand Central" with your guide Beth Goffe. This is an indoor walking tour that lasts about 2 hours.

The tour will meet right in front of the Pershing Square restaurant across 42nd Street from the main entrance to Grand Central Terminal.

This tour starts outside then takes place mostly inside Grand Central Terminal
Please make sure to arrive at least **5-10 minutes early!**
Please note that tips for the guide are not required, but always appreciated, especially after the financially devastating years that COVID-19 has had on tourism in NYC.

We look forward to welcoming you on the tour, but in the meantime, you can listen to a fun Bowery Boys podcast about the salvation of Grand Central Terminal:

https://www.boweryboyshistory.com/2018/02/rescue-grand-central-terminal-jackie-landmark-express-go-washington.html