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Rail Station
New York
The experts at CNN and The Wall Street Journal recommend this place
"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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Brian HoeftApril 7, 2012The eatery downstairs is quite nice as train stations go. Notice the historic train schedules layered into the tabletops. Seeing those make me think of my grandfather commuting on the Harlem Line.
Tom G.December 30, 2016One of the Great Railway Terminals of the World! Great train service esp to northern suburbs via the Metro-North line. Efficient and on schedule!
Diana OliverSeptember 29, 2014The NY Transit Museum will be offering the book New York Wish you were here, for sale over the holiday season!!!!!!! A nostalgic look at NY neighborhoods. Read more
Kuba KrzyzostaniakMarch 15, 2016Solid station, the food court makes any waiting worth it. Shake Shack and Magnolia steal the show.
Nick Cave's HEARD•NY at Grand Central TerminalMarch 12, 2013March 25-31, 2013 - HEARD•NY, artist Nick Cave transforms Vanderbilt Hall with a herd of thirty colorful life-size horses. Presented by Creative Time and MTA Arts for Transit. Use #IHEARDNY
The New York Daily NewsMarch 5, 2014CRY! "Great for a cry on the go! Grand Central offers a wonderful large escalator from the 7 train up to where the other trains board." -http://cryingnewyork.tumblr.com/
CarolineOctober 9, 2015The most famous train station of Manhattan. Countless movies were filmed in Grand Central, or play in it.
IWalked Audio ToursNovember 24, 2012French artist Paul Cesar Helleu painted the 2250 stars above you, although the pattern is reversed from reality. The Vanderbilts claimed it appears accurate in the eyes of God.More site info via<LINK> Read more
Mariano AmartinoMarch 24, 2019Impossible not to walk and wonder, and eat and discover spaces like the whispers :)
City Food ToursMarch 20, 2012Whether u r a local, commuter, or visitor there's plenty 2 do in the Big Apple! Consider City Food Tours 4 a fun & filling way 2 explore. There's a lot 2 c in this beautiful old station, take ur time!
nycHealthyAugust 22, 2012Make NYC Your Gym on your lunch hour by visiting Grand Central! Take a 0.4 mi walk around the outside perimeter for some mid-day physical activity. More on Making NYC Your Gym http://on.nyc.gov/T6Gc9J
Stand in the main hall and think about the fact that they actively digging another level under the 100 level tracks! http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/East_Side_Access
The bar carts by the tracks have different beers, so you're not relegated to only Bud or Coors for that commute home
Damian BayonaDecember 20, 2015Meeting friends is easiest in the center of the grand hall, near the kiosk. Tasty food options on the lower level to fuel your trip 👋🏻- nycHealthyAugust 3, 2012Make NYC Your Gym on your lunch hour by visiting Grand Central! Take a brisk 0.4 mi walk around the perimeter for some mid-day physical activity. More on Making NYC Your Gym: http://on.nyc.gov/T6Gc9J
The Wall Street JournalAugust 3, 2014Hit the tony Campbell Apartment cocktail salon or the magnificent Oyster Bar before stepping onto the panoramic mezzanine to take it all in. Read more
FilmsquareFebruary 1, 2014Using almost exclusively digital effects, inside and out, Grand Central Terminal appeared in Avengers Assemble (2012) where the focus of New York's defence is mounted just outside.
Time Out New YorkNovember 23, 2011The main concourse boasts a hidden staircase that’s used by Grand Central employees. You can see the brass cylinder that conceals the steel steps in the center of the information booth. Read more
Nadia KazmiJune 9, 2012This is one of the most beautiful places in NY...have one glass of Champagne on the upper level then go whisper to a friend in the 4 corners outside the oyster bar underground
Rupert PupkinJune 9Gazing awestruck at the constellations on the high vaulted ceiling of the cavernous Main Concourse was a defining aesthetic experience of my childhood. You're welcome.
a blissful life.April 5, 2013In addition to be a strikingly beautiful building, Grand Central has shopping and eateries galore! Don't miss the Grand Central Market and the elegant Campbell Apartment.
Korie ShannonDecember 10, 2022It’s crazy here, beautiful terminal, and cool that they have shops buy everything had a line. Even the
So beautiful always!! Thank you Jackie Kennedy for saving from the developers. Great food downstairs eg shake shack.
City of New YorkFebruary 11, 2013Look up! The beautiful astronomical mural on the Main Concourse’s ceiling depicts the Mediterranean sky during the October to March zodiac and features 2,500 stars.
Epitome of mass transit design in the US- it has a market with all your last minute needs and even an Apple Store!
See the clock in middle of the concourse? It's face is made of the valuable material opal, and the clock has been valued at $20 million!
Louis VuittonApril 5, 2012Welcoming over 750 thousand people a day, this station was once the largest indoor space in America. Today, get some shopping done for your trip while you wait!- Robert JonesNovember 24, 2013The Campbell Apartment in Grand Central, probably one of its best kept secrets - a bar from a bygone era!
Elizabeth LeeOctober 21, 2016Come here to admire the architecture and windows. Grand central gourmet market is also worth a visit.
Christoff FrazierNovember 26, 2011Grand Central oyster bar has great chowder. Also, if you enter the tunnel on 58th and Lex you can get a $5 scotch and either drink it on the metro north or enjoy it in the tunnel.- safia rSeptember 3, 2016Just amazingly beautiful. I hope to have an opportunity to take a train from here sometime! They have shops and food places.
For Transportation Fans, The MTA has a wonderful transit museum shop in the west concourse near the station masters office. Really nice goodies in there. Also, for good eats there is lots of places on
Julie SosciaAugust 1, 2018Beautiful terminal, visit the speakeasy Campbell Apartment of grab some oysters instead of the food court for a more authentic experience.
Malene HaldMay 6, 2016Perfect place for people watching. Visit Meyer's Great Northen for Danish food – try the pork sandwich, you won't regret it.
Tracy MaloneJuly 19, 2013The cab line used to be at the top of the stairs but now it's towards 42nd. Be alert even if you are in line people steal your cab. Welcome to NY
Flip Van WaeyenbergheApril 23, 2016Must see while in NY. I have seen more beautiful trainstations but this one is famous for being.... famous..
The food options keep growing...it's not your father's GCT anymore - Except for the constant commotion. This is the true center of the world.
Indoor mall with lots to eat, drink and do. Or, catch a train and gtfo of NY.
Hkun SengDecember 10, 2016Great place to visit as a tourist with a good photo opportunity. There is also an Apple store here.
New York Hilton MidtownJanuary 9, 2012Try Metro North's official self-guided Grand Central audio tour ($6), available in 6 languages. Shares architectural highlights, secrets, anecdotes and history. - Jonathan / Marketing Dept. Read more
Check out the whisper room downstairs. You can whisper and talk to a personal on the opposite diagonal
Jinnie LOctober 26, 2014featured in so many movies~ amazing architecture♥the celings are a master piece! :) check out the "whisper arch" - very cool!
Victor HerreraDecember 13, 2012Such an easy commute these days! Recruiter now in MIdtown, connecting with Digital Media Professionals, Advertising and Executive Support. Linked in OR FB to see more. #nycjobs
The Corcoran GroupJanuary 27, 2012Missed your train? Head downstairs to the amazing food court to pass the time – we particularly like a slice of cheesecake from Junior’s or a red velvet from Magnolia.
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Megan GarciaOctober 6, 2011Up the ramp next to the downstairs Juniors at the 1st walkway intersection stand in the corner of the concave ceiling, have a friend stand in the opposite corner and whisper into the wall, crazy stuff
Probably the best train station in the world. I am biased though.
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Grand Central Terminal
87 E 42nd St (btwn Vanderbilt & Park Ave)
New York, NY 10017
United States
New York, NY 10017
United States
Open until 2:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 5:30 AM–2:00 AM
(212) 532-4900
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- 8.1
"It's an Apple Store and that speaks for itself. It's the largest Apple flagship store in NYC. The staff are friendly and helpful. Located in a great location; quite busy so pack your patience"
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ - 7.6
"Beautiful setting! Loved the oysters, not so much the mahi mahi. Oysters rockefeller not my jam. Would return for a simple meal of oysters and champagne/bloody mary. Live lobsters!"
Elizabeth Burstein - 8.2
"Great spot next to GCT for drinks, though a bit pricey. Ambience and service rock. Try the chicken quesadillas (tangy) and the truffle popcorn."
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