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Rail Station
New York
Has a stamp of approval from The Wall Street Journal and Travel + Leisure
"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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How is this spot not more popular? Great public space in the Spring. Come out, sit on the benches/chairs/ledges, and soak in some glorious, glorious sun.
Camila MattosoJanuary 4, 2015A lot of people everyday! Good for having a great meal or buying some nice grocery.
MetroFocusJune 27, 2012Check out the lightbox exhibitions at the dining pavilion that feature vivid photos taken by NYC-based photographers. Read more at MetroFocus. Read more
I had written off Magnolia's... until I tried their Grand Central location. Replace "stale cupcakes" and "waiting half an hour for them" with "instant, fresh, and delicious." Bon voyage, mon ami.
Beautiful building ; if you are waiting for awhile make sure to take a break in the metro north waiting room.
Nate BennettAugust 15, 2011Impossibly large. Come to see the architecture, the constellation murals inside, and the statues and gargoyles outside. Bring a wide angle lens :D
The Saloon inside of Oyster Bar. A hidden gem for those with time to spare.
Nicholas MannellaMarch 18, 2016Stop and appreciate the architecture and the ceiling - just make sure to step out of the way of commuters first!
BEST BEER HALL IN NYC just one stop away on the 7 train to the vernon/Jackson stop in LIC - @AlewifeNYC
Anthony SextonOctober 8, 2018Amazing building. A lot of work being done to bring it back to what it was.
Buy beer from one of the shops that seeks it to go. Take it on the train. Life is good.
Amazing place to visit...treasure of NYC and a must see.
Planning a marriage proposal? Give whispering gallery a shot, located on the Grand Central Terminal dining concourse near the famous Oyster Bar & Restaurant. Go on whisper away...
Gorgeous ceiling in the main terminal area. Take some time to revel in it.
Adrian GoodsellFebruary 3, 2015Dining concourse, far corner, Central Market. The grilled steak sandwich with onion and chipotle mayo is just perfect.
NY WaterwayMay 2, 2012Don't miss your train! :) Be sure to look at the ceiling. Replica of the night sky. Great for photos! Lighting is awesome too!
Pay attention when you are walking around or you could possibly get trampled. In other words don’t have your nose is your phone.
Most beautiful station in NYC. It's also the sister station to Tokyo Station, Japan.
The constellations on the main hall ceiling are backwards. One theory is it's a medieval representation based on how God sees them. Another: the painter had the drawing at his feet...and did it twice.
Quick and free cool: go by one of the arched passageways on the dining concourse by Oyster bar with a friend. Stand at opposite corners and hear each others' whispers loud and clear :) Read more
Angela FlltNovember 4, 2013Sit down and enjoy amazing pesto tagliatelle while Grand central gets busy! Pure pleasure :)
Kitt HodJuly 17, 2018Go on an architectural tour if you have time, so much rich history with the Terminal.
Pop Art NYCApril 16, 2011Even lifelong New Yorkers are unaware of one of the city’s best kept secrets — the tennis courts above Grand Central Terminal. 3rd Floor (take the elevator!)
- Michael GombosSeptember 16, 2016Beautiful work of art. Expresses a grandeur bereft from many modern public structures.
- Maynard TannJuly 10, 2016Beautiful terminal esp at night. There is a Shake Shack in the basement foodcourt.
Emily EganMay 4, 2012Lots of places in here to check out: The Echo Corner, Oyster Bar, Pylones, Vanderbilt Hall, Apple Store, Campbell Apt, The Clock. The ceiling.
Randolph WeisFebruary 16, 2015World's coolest Apple Store. Classy food. Gorgeous architecture- golden age!
The Grand Hall is one of the most beautiful rooms in the world
American Planning AssociationOctober 17, 2013Grand Central Terminal - A 2013 "Great Place in America: Public Space" by the American Planning Association
Still a classically beautiful building. Stand by the clock, look up and marvel at the constellation on the ceiling.
Berkeley CollegeOctober 19, 2010Just one block away from the Berkeley College NYC Midtown Campus so you will never be late... (As long as the MTA is running on time) They have some great places to eat downstairs too!
regine jeromeMarch 22, 2015Great place to eat here. From pizza to sushi you have everything in a quaint cafeteria.
Great travel hub. Shake shack downstairs yummy! Skip the cupcake place you can do better.
If you want a sweet for the train ride home, Juniors has the best cookies out of all the vendors. Trust me, I've tried them all...
Museum of American FinanceDecember 11, 2012Grand Central has been serving NYC since 1913. Take the 4/5 subway to 48 Wall St. to learn more about building America's railroads at the Museum of American Finance!
If you are a tourist or a suburbanite please don't just stop or wander around aimlessly. People actually have trains to catch and you cause problems when you do this.
Trans/intersex people should hit up the stationmaster's office. Very clean family bathroom with access controlled at desk.
Go up the stairs on either side for a good photo of the grand hall.
Don't wait until the holiday weekend (or summer fridays) to buy your ticket! Stop by a day or two before and you'll avoid the long lines.
Historic. Bring your camera and shoot the ceiling. Great for die hard history buffs. FDR used to have a personal railroad under the station.
Beautiful interior and my favorite central hub in NYC. 😍💃🏽🏙
PeterFebruary 20, 2015Pershing Square Cafe is often overlooked, on Park and 42nd right across from GCT!
Mae 🌸🌺 BeermanAugust 20, 2013Beautiful building and a good place to quickly charge your iPhone at the Apple store upstairs ;)
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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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