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Grand Central Terminal

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Ranked #5 for cupcakes in Midtown East
Has a stamp of approval from CNN and Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
"Zodiac ceiling is my favourite part of this architectural marvel."(63 Tips)
"Oyster bar is amazing, and croissants in lower concourse"(36 Tips)
"Amaze your out-of-towner pals with the famed whispering gallery!"(23 Tips)
"Great architecture, food and snack selection, and people watching."(69 Tips)

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Matt HargraveMarch 29, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Needless to say, this is a must see for tourists.
Glenn ConteMarch 17, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Cipriani. Best place to grab a quick drink. Bartenders are fast. Food is top notch. Price tag is high.
Jimmie "Not Rodgers"November 2, 2010
Elvis Costello Hunters - When you've played this Broadway theater, they say you've made it. Meet The Wolf there - this place is fit for a queen, but don't expect to see a changing of the guard when y
Jessica HalemDecember 28, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Wednesday at 12:30 meet here for Municipal Art Society tour of Grand Central. Only $10.
Gabriela CascioneFebruary 14, 2016
Nice options to eat at the dining councurse
Heather ReynoldsMarch 7, 2013
Been here 50+ times
Oyster bar is a great meeting place for a casual drink
EJ PappasSeptember 26, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Food choices downstairs are numerous...and yummy. Be not afraid to venture down.
Tara SpachDecember 31, 2014
When you walk in, look up!
Jeffrey PutmanSeptember 23, 2013
Been here 100+ times
Free and fast WiFi in the Great Hall from the Apple Store.
Kevin LippertOctober 4, 2013
There is no better place in Manhattan for a drink than the Campbell Apartment here!
naveenNovember 26, 2009
Been here 50+ times
a secret, in the form of a new york minute: metro-north trains leave roughly one minute after the posted departure time. do you dare test this theory? Read more
Nico ParkerFebruary 15, 2019
The architecture is fantastic.
Zoltan AcsFebruary 11, 2013
Cambell place is a very cool place, i can just recommend it!
DevontaDecember 24, 2015
Been here 25+ times
Get lost in your imagination.
benjamin bannisterJuly 10, 2012
Been here 100+ times
People watch. Whispering walls. Apple store. Variety of foods. Enough said.
Megan ShutesSeptember 26, 2012
Been here 50+ times
It is expected to stand around on the main concourse waiting. For goodness sake do not stand directly in front of the head or foot of a staircase.
Geoffrey BrownJuly 9, 2013
Been here 25+ times
WiFi is much appreciated!
Fabian GiudiciOctober 22, 2018
Great place!!
National Museum of American History Smithsonian InstitutionApril 21, 2011
Visiting this train station with kids? Make the most of your trip with a guide to exploring train stations (on page 6): Read more
Gretchen TuckerJanuary 7, 2013
A crazy place to be where people can get lost if you don't know what you are doing.
Jason MatzaFebruary 23, 2014
Been here 100+ times
Avoid the 1:15 and 1:56am Harlem line trains. So many drinks. Especially on the 1:56
Repeat AttendersMarch 21, 2013
If you have a New York Pass do the free audio tour.
N AvedisAugust 23, 2018
It’s nice to go there once or twice
Ingvild M. PlosivDecember 3, 2014
Love watching people meet. Great atmosphere.
ChevroletSeptember 20, 2010
Often called "Grand Central Station," which is technically the nearby Post Office, there are 44 platforms, 67 tracks and it covers 48 acres.
Ralph CFebruary 26, 2015
Been here 25+ times
When isn't this place packed. Great people watching and sky view too
Jimmy KastnerAugust 22, 2014
Been here 5+ times
A nice place to take pictures and no one stopped me for using my tripod... yet.
WillieScrapesDecember 29, 2011
Huge, crowded, beautiful ceiling art and a world treasure.
Thomas RJuly 26, 2011
Been here 100+ times
If you need to catch a train on the lower level use the stairway outside of the Oyster Bar to stay towards the back
US National ArchivesSeptember 1, 2011
From hamburgers to haute cuisine, New York has always been known as a foodie destination. Read more
Yiola ValtoudiOctober 29, 2018
Not to be missed
Jen PJune 8, 2013
Newer cars with red and white/grey seats have outlets.
Joey VeraJuly 5, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Now that your in New Yorkk Cityyyy! come check us out @ Pacha NYC! Rock Out with us & our Amazing Dj's!!! Hope to See YOU at the party ;) #JVLights let's gO!
Alexandra TritzAugust 18, 2016
Beautiful terminal, took a lot of photos !
Al LeachSeptember 10, 2010
If you have time before your train departs, why not check out Magnolia Bakery for a cupcake or grab some Indian food (my favorite)?
30 Minutes Or LessJuly 1, 2011
Ask her out as you step on the train. If she turns you down, you’ve already secured a quick getaway. #DontBlowIt
Tyler JJanuary 25, 2023
Been here 100+ times
Starting Late January 2023, now Long Island and Westchester Commuters can transfer between the LIRR and Metro-North at this Terminal
Benjamin StrongDecember 13, 2012
Been here 100+ times
Walk with your head up, with purpose, and for Gods sake DON'T TEXT & WALK!!
Scott JensenSeptember 28, 2013
Been here 10+ times
New Haven Line local to Stamford :10 and :40 past every hour
Travis StathamSeptember 16, 2018
Been here 10+ times
Shake Shack in the basement.
Eric ShineSeptember 11, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Look for discolored ceiling patch. It shows the ceiling pre-restoration
Bob MatsuokaAugust 31, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Don't take the shuttle or 7 late hours. They don't run often (the shuttle stops @ midnight). Just walk, it will get you there faster.
Holly HarperMay 3, 2012
Yum, quick, cheap and healthy.. Shrimp spring rolls in gc market! Beats street hot dogs
hendrik rioDecember 4, 2010
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Joey PDecember 30, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Sometimes I like hanging by the main concourse just to people watch. So many different individuals pass this way in mere minutes.
BillJune 18, 2018
Great waiting room away from all.
DainisNovember 9, 2014
Apple store is here as well!
LindsayeMay 20, 2017
Look for balloons on the ceiling
Sandra RJuly 8, 2013
Been here 100+ times
Take the official audio tour. Worth it.
Sean SoloMarch 23, 2016
An iconic place

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