Immediately recognizable as a masterpiece of beaux-arts design, Grand Central Terminal is one of the most iconic buildings in New York City. Beyond its stunning beauty, the train station was also the height of innovation when it opened in 1913. On this tour, you will learn about the people who were responsible for its design and creation as well as those who saved it from destruction. When you take this tour, you’ll discover fascinating secrets, some of which are hidden in plain sight yet unnoticed by the millions that walk by every year. Come see how Grand Central Terminal is much more than just a “pretty face.” On this tour, you will… - Uncover the location where the birth of TV news took place - Find out the origin of the famed red carpet tradition - See remnants of an earlier version of the facility - Experience the surprising whispering gallery - Learn about the secret facility that powers the trains moving throughout the terminal - Hear tales of a haunted cocktail lounge