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Grand Central Terminal
4.5
44,652 reviews
#7 of 1,426 things to do in New York City
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
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5:30 AM - 2:00 AM
Monday
5:30 AM - 2:00 AM
Tuesday
5:30 AM - 2:00 AM
Wednesday
5:30 AM - 2:00 AM
Thursday
5:30 AM - 2:00 AM
Friday
5:30 AM - 2:00 AM
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5:30 AM - 2:00 AM
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5:30 AM - 2:00 AM
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Grand Central Terminal is the most extraordinary public space in New York City. Opened to the public in 1913, this historic train terminal is a world-famous landmark in Midtown. Its rich history is a story of immense wealth and great engineering. Grand Central is one of the busiest train stations in the world, with approximately 750,000 visitors every day. It is the home of Metro-North Railroad, a subway station, iconic restaurants, shops, and the world's most alluring Apple Store. Some of the highlights to see along your tour of Grand Central include the opal-faced clock, valued at $20 million, above the Information Booth, the Largest Tiffany Glass Clock in the World below the 48-foot, 1500-ton Transportation statue overlooking 42nd Street at Park Avenue, and the mystifying acoustics of the Whispering Gallery in front of the Oyster Bar and Restaurant. Audio and guided tours are available for those with a passion for history. More information regarding tours and ways to plan your visit can be found on the Grand Central Terminal website.
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Neighbourhood: Midtown East
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Raymond B
6 contributions
BRORAY
Jun 2023 • Friends
Our guide Richard was so knowledgeable and his personal attention and concern for us was amazing. We learned so much about the “hidden” gems of Grand Central
Written 6 June 2023
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Parker Sturbridge
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Parker says "Grand old Grand Central"
Jun 2023 • Couples
Still Grand. Amazing architecture, expansive, imposing, impressive and much cleaner than when I commuted here in the 1970's. The food court has come back to life after a few tough years, and the selections are vast and diverse, just like NYC itself. Go down below and check out the new LIRR station that they almost secretly built!!! Very impressive and designed to be compatible with the old terminal. GCT is the heart of New York City, so even if you don't use the trains, it is well worth a visit.
Written 4 June 2023
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Harry A
Long Island, NY44 contributions
They don’t make buildings like this anymore
May 2023 • Solo
Since I am from Long Island, I travel to NYC somewhat often on the LIRR. This was my first time traveling into Grand Central Station since it was added to the LIRR service. All I can say is, wow! Walking into the main concourse from the tracks is quite an experience. The cavernous, ornate ceilings and marble walls are breathtaking. It has become a NYC landmark for a reason: Grand Central is a masterpiece of architecture and design. Plenty of interesting quirks and details to see, like many ornately designed buildings of that era. Also lots of interesting places to eat in the dining concourse. If your in the area, it’s worth a look.

As a train station, it functions pretty well. The building is huge, so it doesn’t feel super crowded even during the bustle of rush hour. Signage is clear and very visible. I might add that if you are taking the LIRR from Grand Central, the tracks are in a separate wing of the station, which is a bit of a walk. Make sure to leave some extra time.
Written 1 June 2023
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Thomas V
Oakland, CA15,324 contributions
Thank You Jackie O!
May 2023
It's like a gothic cathedral, spacious with soaring ceiling. This soaring ceiling is painted like the night sky. So much gorgeous marble. What a beautiful way to enter the city. A good restaurant and a super market inside. And it works well as a train station. So happy that it was not torn down, thank you Jackie O.
Written 31 May 2023
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EssexBetty64
Essex, UK452 contributions
Lovely building and a must visit in NYC
May 2023 • Couples
A stunning building and well worth the visit. Its easy to forget its a train station. Great architecture and very clean. A most on a visit to NYC.
Written 31 May 2023
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Kal
11 contributions
Beautiful historical building
May 2023
It is a beautiful building! Definitely worth a visit if you have time!
Nice architecture. Very clean!
Written 31 May 2023
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Dr_Waugh
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK6,300 contributions
Love it
May 2023 • Family
I loved our visit to this icon. I knew about the whispering gallery but was wandering around enjoying all of the surroundings reminiscent of so many classic images, when I sneezed and realised we were in the right spot!

After a bit of play we then moved into the food area and then up into the main concourse. How anyone could not be loved by the grandeur of the structure and the ceiling is beyond me. One of my favourite experiences. Rightly in the top 10 of things to do.
Written 29 May 2023
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Debbie L
Erie, PA76 contributions
Just Like in the Movies
May 2023 • Friends
The building design inside and out is impressive. The ceiling with its astrological symbols is beautiful. We checked out the Whispering Room along with many others. It's definitely worth a visit.
Written 27 May 2023
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NYC Edge
Queens, NY241 contributions
A Site To See
May 2023 • Solo
Recently, I was at Grand Central to take the new LIRR train location.
While waiting for my train, I stood
around and took in the sights.
The hustle and bustle is something to see.
Check out the food court and store options. I did stop by the MTA store on the lower level but was disappointed at how small the store is now.
Also, I went to the whisper dome to watch everyone doing the same thing, standing on opposite ends of the dome and whispering to find out if they could hear each other.
Finally, I went down below... very down below.. to catch my train home. The new LIRR terminal is amazing. Can't wait for some stores and shops to open down there.

Word of advice.. give yourself extra time from the street even to the LIRR tracks. Unlike Penn Station, the LIRR trians are NOT close to street level. You gotta go down several levels, then still walk a distance to get to your track.

If you think you can do a last-minute run to your train from street level, you WILL miss your train.
Written 24 May 2023
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Erica V
Los Angeles, CA25 contributions
Nice station
Dec 2022 • Couples
its a great station. very beautiful. looking back wish we would have spent more time here for some reason and just admiring it more and maybe having more personal pictures
Written 16 May 2023
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