Grand Central Terminal
Rail Station
Midtown East, 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)
"check out the oyster bar(restaurant) in the basement floor!"(35 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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Peter BrewerApril 9, 2011Seeing that you're here. Why not sit back, grab a beer or coffee and just soak up the extraordinary architecture and atmosphere.
Angel Hana A.January 20, 2013Not Just A Terminal: World's Biggest Squash Spectator Event Returns to Grand Central Terminal
Ernest BuechelMarch 21, 2016careful of homeless, usually very agressive as police can't touch them now. 4/5/6 train station not safe at nite.
Out of towners: this is much more than just a train station -- it's a beautiful piece of New York history.
If traveling to Westchester for the weekend, leave Saturday morning - the station is less crowded and the trains are practically empty.
Hani EFebruary 15, 2015The prettiest station I've ever been to. Like ever. Ever. Go. Hang out. Be jealous that your city doesn't have one.
D'Agostino SupermarketsJanuary 31, 2012Grand Central is the longest train station in the world, with 67 tracks and 44 platforms. Over 125,000 travelers pass through the station daily. That's one busy train station!
rosemary o'brienAugust 2, 2012If you don't want to take the stairs, there is an elevator to the side. 'Love that this place is NOT more popular!
Kim Darwaza, REALTORMay 10, 2011So beautiful! Trains are local so you have to go into Penn Station if you are coming from DC. Annoying since this is more central.
The New York Daily NewsNovember 23, 2010Some 2,000 commuters hold their breath as they crowd Grand Central Terminal to watch huge TV screen showing liftoff off the Gemini 3 spaceship in 1965! Read more
Christos AlexandrouMay 25, 2013Careful when you're walking while checking in... You might end up in someone's picture!! Lol
The line in front of the restroom is long in the weekend.
Lee McIntoshNovember 16, 2012Don't bother with breakfast inside the building, pop outside the main doors to Central Cafe instead, better value for money and much tastier :)
Declan CourtAugust 19, 2011Buying cigarettes, ask the shoe shiner beside the door on 42nd at the west subway door and you'll save a packett
The spicy egg sandwich at Central Market downstairs is one of the delicious underappreciated pleasures of the train trip
Metro North: your new trains'seating layout design is a cramped disaster, please hire someone who has studied human physiology & redesign before putting another new car in service.
B NashJune 17, 2016It covers 48 acres (19 ha) and has 44 platforms, more than any other railroad station in the world.
Bloomberg TVJuly 25, 2012Running late? Check the time in the main concourse on Grand Central's iconic clock valued at an estimated $10-$20 million
TOOTIT.com Online MagazineOctober 19, 2010Spot someone that looks good and then don't talk to them because that's what you were going to do anyway!
WalgreensJune 17, 2011Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer after using public transportation. Especially during flu season. There’s a way to stay well.- Its always crowded but it is still an experience being one of millions of people to go through this station
There's a few places to sit in the dining concourse. But those areas can sometimes be closed off.
City of New YorkAugust 23, 2013The NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission designated Grand Central as a historical landmark on August 2, 1967.
Love the people watching here. Oh, and the hot conductors and cops [both NYPD and MTA].
Bloomberg TelevisionJuly 19, 2012Running late? Check the time in the main concourse on Grand Central's iconic clock valued at an estimated $10-$20 million
Lisha ArinoSeptember 5, 2011Bring a friend, and try out the Whispering Gallery! (in front of the Oyster Bar, near the food court)
Pace UniversityOctober 15, 2010Want to take the train downtown... would you also like a seat??? Then take the 6 train...it's not as fast as the 4 or 5 but it will get you there.
Grand Central is one of the oldest US train stations still standing. Unequivocal beauty and amazing architecture. Even if you're not going anywhere go inside and just look around!
Nadia BodkinAugust 17, 2014Park in a nearby garage! Don't leave your car here, super expensive. The security guard is super nice though
The railcar on track 61 is NOT FDR's private car for his Packard-this railcar was the tool car for a rail crane, and was retired in the late '80s...
Head on over to the Oyster Bay and look for the Whispering Halls
The rose petal champagne gelato from Ciao Bela, though seasonal, is to DIE for.
It’s so crowded—it’s like Grand Central Station in there!- A very historical place to visit and part of the new york experience
FYI, the 'tip' about Metro North trains leaving a minute later than the posted departure time is seriously untrue.
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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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