NYC: Grand Central Terminal and/or Penn Station - Private

Midtown East, New York



Discover the secrets of New York City's iconic Pennsylvania Station and Grand Central Terminal on this private walking tour with Rayn, an accredited urban planner.

Highlights

  • Step back in time as you compare the current Penn Station to the demolished one
  • See a secret bar, a hidden tennis court, and an old theater in Grand Central
  • Learn about exciting new plans for the busiest train station in the country
  • Take an iconic subway ride between Penn Station and Grand Central Terminal
  • Explore how the network operates and learn about the technology behind the metro

Description

Explore the secrets of iconic, world-famous Grand Central Terminal! Or, take a step further into a comparative adventure including Penn Station, which was once arguably grander than today's Grand Central and is still the busiest train station in the Americas. Highlights: • Understand the history of Penn Station, and compare your exact locations with what was originally located there in the famously demolished original 1910 structure. • Uncover remnants and artifacts lost to time from the original Penn Station, and explore the new Moynihan Train Hall. • Compare Penn Station to Grand Central Terminal, where we will arrive after exploring NYC Subway secrets from original 1904 stations. • Discover Grand Central's secret bar, glass walkways, hidden tennis court, old theater, whispering walls, underground entrances, and much more! Your licensed tour guide is from NYC and is an AICP certified urban planner and Guides Association of NYC member. Notes: • Subway fare provided! • Individual ear pieces provided so everyone can hear perfectly. • Tour only visits public areas. • Experience involves walking up and down steps.

Includes

This is a private tour with a licensed NYC tour guide and award-winning certified urban planner. Your subway fare during the tour is included and ear pieces are also provided, ensuring everyone hears perfectly, even from a distance!

Important Information

  • This private walking tour involves traversing an underground environment, and walking up and down steps. Please consider wearing comfortable shoes! This tour visits areas open to the public and does not access any restricted areas.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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