The Chanin Building, located on the corner of 42nd Street and Lexington Avenue, is home to some of New York City’s most extravagant Art Deco ornament, including gilded brass decoration celebrating “The City of Opportunity.”
Come discover the architecture and social history of the Grand Central neighborhood with urban explorer, historian, and storyteller Justin Ferate. This award-winning free 90-minute guided walking tour is sponsored by the Grand Central Partnership with the generous support of Altria Group, Inc.
Join the Grand Tour and learn the secrets of the Whispering Gallery in Grand Central Terminal; gaze upon the hubcaps and the roadsters on the side of the Chrysler Building; discover the favorite Midtown Manhattan hangout of Mercury, Hercules, and Minerva; learn why Pershing Square isn’t really square; circle the globe in a matter of seconds like Superman; or visit the original Lincoln Memorial by Daniel Chester French. It’s all right here in the heart of Midtown Manhattan!
Experience familiar landmarks like Grand Central Terminal, the Chrysler Building, and the News Building - through new eyes.
Join in often; no tours are exactly the same.
The AAA Guide to New York rated The Grand Tour as New York City’s “Best Walking Tour.”
The walking tours meet each Friday at 12:30 pm in the Sculpture Court of the Whitney Museum at Altria, located at the southwest corner of 42nd Street and Park Avenue directly across from Grand Central Terminal. No reservations are necessary.
For customized group tours, please call 212-883-2420.
