$90
Discover the secrets of one of NYC’s most iconic buildings as the lights glow at night
Sip a craft cocktail with our signature Nightcap experience
Learn about the design flaw as large as Grand Central’s main concourse
Find one of NYC’s most elegant cocktail bars, formerly an office, a speakeasy and a jail
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
Grand Central on a very cold day Grand Central Station has an interesting history.Our guide was great, very knowledgeable and an enthusiastic speaker. It was clear that he has had a long, personal relationship with Grand Station and his passion for the place was evident.
GREAT GUIDE, INTERESTING TOUR Our guide, Jonathan, was absolutely terrific. He’s one of the best guides we’ve ever had on a Viator tour. The history of Grand Central was interesting. Who would have thought that there would be a tennis court inside. HIghly recommend!!Steve, Palm Springs,CA
Worth your while! Listening devices were very helpful. Guide was knowledgeable and witty. Now the ap requires me to lengthen my review to a 100 characters.
Jonathan was a great guide he turns guiding into theatre Jonathan is a great guide he really knows his stuff regarding the Grand Central Station, very informative and interesting. I booked direct with Untapped only down side was a slightly large group over that stated but I was given a refund after raiding the issue. So tour is top marks well worth it
Time well spent! This tour was phenomenal. Our tour guide was very informative and kind. The information regarding Grand Central was full of facts and a little humor as well. Not only did we learn about Grand Central, it was rewarding to have a New Yorker that has interacted with many well known people and learn about the City and his life as well. It was time well spent and the tour guide made the experience worth it.
I Thought I Knew Everything but No! I’ve been exploring NYC for 40 years and I thought I knew everything! Boy was I wrong. I learned so much on this tour with Richard, it really put Grand Central into perspective and made me appreciate the building and its functions even more. And finally, after this tour, I think I will be able to find my way around Grand Central next time I’m there — I’ve gotten lost a hundred times, but Richard really showed all the nooks and crannies in a way that made me understand the layout.
Fun tour of a historic landmark Our family took the Secrets of Grand Central tour and had Ryan as our guide. We had a great time. The tour was interesting and took us all around the Terminal. We learned the history of the building, were taken to “secret” entrances and saw really cool places like the Campbell Bar, the whispering room and even tennis courts (who knew?). Also learned of the dedicated efforts to preserve and refurbish the building as well as seeing the new part of the LIRR. Ryan was a great guide, offering up the info with a dry sense of humor that really engaged the group. My 14YO son was a bit skeptical beforehand wondering how interesting it could be but he really enjoyed it as well. Great way to spend a dreary Sunday afternoon.
The story of the station, interesting! The railway technical aspect is in minor Very interestingWarning: good level of English-American required.
Visit to Grand Central We walked to the station from our hotel to visit the dining level. We stopped at the Polish counter. Veselka’s. The food was amazing! Do yourself a favor, don’t pass it by. Then on to some of the bakery and bagel stops to make sure we had some to enjoy at the hotel and we were so glad we did. Magnolia bakery for their banana pudding and a brownie then on to “Zaros” for bagels. The station itself is very historic and still looks beautiful and trains still in an out daily. I visualize the GI’s coming home from WW2 while we were there.
He put the GRAND in Grand Central!! We love these kind of tours anyway, but this guide was phenomenal. We learned so much. He was truly passionate about the subject matter.
Delve into the Secrets of Grand Central Station I would highly recommend this tour for both NYC residents and tourists. The secrets revealed by our guide, Richard, were surprising and quite fascinating! He was truly knowledgeable about every aspect of Grand Central Station (NYC in general) and answered all of our questions in great detail, putting the information into historical context. 12/10 for Richard! He also made sure everyone in our group felt included and comfortable as we walked inside and outside of the building. Educational and enjoyable.
Recommended to all who are curious of the old and new history of Grand Central Station. “Secrets of Grand Central Station” was a fantastic tour, engaging, informative, and full of surprises. Our guide Bob was incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely friendly, bringing the history and hidden details of the station to life. Even if you think you know Grand Central, this tour will show you things you’ve never noticed before. Highly recommended!
Grand Central Terminal The tour of Grand Central was great and exceeded expectations! Richard, our guide, was wonderful and so knowledgeable about the history of Grand Central. The length of time of the tour was just right and money well spent. We keep thinking of the interesting facts we learned. Take the tour!
All-in-all, a pleasant way to spend a chilly afternoon in NYC Tour guide, John, had a wonderful personality and manner that exuded good will — put everyone who was in the beautifully-sized group (not too small, not too large) in a good mood for a well-paced tour of the terminal. (Ran maybe ten or fifteen minutes over allotted time, but nobody had to get anywhere, so it was just more fun.) Gave out very small speakers, with adjustable volume, that hang over your ear, so everyone could hear clearly. Also, had iPad he used to show many photos of past versions of terminal, etc. Part of the tour was, necessarily, in the chilly outdoors — but not too long. All-in-all, a pleasant way to spend a chilly afternoon in NYC.
Great tour with unique hidden locations! We had an awesome tour and AJ was an amazing guide! He was so knowledgeable and knew so much, not only about Grand Central Station, but about NYC in general. We really enjoyed this tour and the chance to see areas that the general public don’t normally get to see. It was a great addition to our time in NYC!
Fascinating insights led by an entertaining and knowledgeable guide. Very much enjoyed the guide. He was super attentive and made the 100-minute tour feel like 5 minutes. The amount of knowledge he had was tremendous and it was presented in a light and humorous way. Highly recommended.
Perfect outing when you have out of town guests. I say this as a lifelong New Yorker with a good grasp on city history. Took tee Perfect outing when u have out of town visitors. I am a native New Yorker with a good handle on city history and still learned more. Small group, knowledgeable guide. Took teenage grandkids
Fun and fascinating tour of Grand Central We took our family of native / life-long New Yorkers on a private tour of Grand Central. Our guide was enthusiastic and knowledgeable, bringing the history of the terminal and New York to life in an entertaining and joyful way. Everyone enjoyed the day. A great family outing!
Amazing tour AJ the tour guide was amazing. Very knowledgeable and personable. Highly recommended for an in depth tour of Grand Central Station.
Great Tour! Love this tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and kept a great pace throughout. Despite being a busy Sunday afternoon during the holidays, we were able to see so many cool features of the gorgeous GC and hear a lot of interesting fun facts about the building, New York history even though I’ve been a New Yorker for 12 years! I’m looking forward to doing more tours with this company. Highly recommended.
Grand Tour of Grand Central Loved our fast paced tour, and how well our guide wove us in and out and among the throngs of visitors. He was able to answer all our questions. As locals, we appreciated the history and significance of the many aspects of the station and its surroundings. Highly recommend it.
The tour was very interesting and fun. We learned a lot about Grand Central Terminal how it was built, etc. 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.
Just say Vanderbilt but thank Jackie O 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’mA person with feelings.
Grand Central’s Best Storyteller Guide Untapped New York, Secrets of Grand Central TerminalJonathan 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
Step inside Grand Central after the evening rush and see the landmark in a whole new light. Your guide will peel back the layers of history, pointing out overlooked details and little-known stories that reveal the terminal’s true character. As the city outside hums into the night, you’ll wander through spaces that feel both familiar and mysterious, discovering a side of Grand Central most never see.
The experience culminates with a perfectly timed drink at Grand Brasserie, the ideal way to toast an evening of secrets, stories, and unforgettable moments in one of New York’s most iconic settings.
Guided tour in english led by a local New Yorker
Earpieces ensuring everyone hears the guide perfectly, even from a distance!
100% refund up to 24 hours prior to the start of your tour.
When canceled less than 24 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!
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.
By Subway: 4, 5, 6, 7 and S trains to 42nd St / Grand Central Terminal
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 [email protected] 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.