Grand Central Station Tours and Tickets

Grand Central Station opened in 1913 and immediately became one of New York City’s major transit hubs. As the neighborhood grew around it, it transformed into the busiest train station in the country. It's now a living icon, built in a Beaux-Arts style and renovated in the late 20th century.

As one of New York City’s biggest transit hubs, Grand Central Station is easy to reach. Take the S, 4, 5, 6, or 7 trains if traveling by Subway. The station is also served by the Long Island Railroad and Metro North Trains and buses, taxis, and rideshare services.

Grand Central Station is open to the public daily, typically from very early in the morning (usually just after 5am) until very late at night (typically around 2am); subway services run all night long. Operating hours for other train lines and businesses in the station vary.

More than just a transit hub, Grand Central Station is a bona fide tourist destination, with plenty of attractions to discover inside. Highlights include the Main Concourse with its zodiac ceiling, the Whispering Gallery, the Information Booth Clock (and other heritage architectural details), plus storied venues like the Grand Central Oyster Bar.

Yes, several Grand Central Station tours are available. You can book a Secrets of Grand Central Station Walking Tour New York City or a history tour that will delve into the station’s unique heritage and architectural features; Grand Central can also be visited by bus services like the hop-on, hop-off bus tours, and general sightseeing itineraries. Additionally, Grand Central hosts its own walking tours.

Across various parts of the station, Grand Central is home to dozens of dining options, from casual stops to legendary venues like the Grand Central Oyster Bar. Highlights include the elegant Cipriani Dolci and NYC favorites like Magnolia Bakery, Veselka, and Cafe Grumpy, plus other options in its Lower Level Dining Concourse.