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--- I've visited Grand Central several times but not recently & I never took the chance to really look around. Next time I shall definitely do so! Also, I love your videos. I always learn something new. Thank you so much!
Thought you would Mentioned the black square on the ceiling. When the ceiling was being cleaned/restored from all the black soot they left a squAre uncleaned to show how dirty the ceiling used to be. It is to the right in the corner as you enter GC from the tracks.
Not only is Grand Central not the busiest train terminal in the world, but not even the busiest in New York, with Penn Station actually being busier. The busiest in the world is Shinjuku Station in Tokyo, and 47 of the next top 50 busiest are all in Japan.
Jon..You forgot to mention the hole in the ceiling ( near midpoint) which is a result of a display missile's nose piercing it. This event traces back to the mid 1960's when the USA and Russia were in a cold war. The missile was on show to promote American Space technology . Also, there's a small, black rectangular shape on the ceiling near the south staircase ( opposite Apple store) just at the end of an arc . After having cleaned and restored the ceiling, this black mark was purposely left as a reminder of how pollution from cigarette smoke covered it's entirety.
The Roosevelt tracks and his train car are definitely still there. I also got to see it on the tour I did! I think the tracks were most recently used for Obama when he was still president.
I have worked for Metro-North/Conrail/Penn Central from 1967until my retirement in 2006; the majority of time worked was in Grand Central Tower service. I have worked in Tower A and Tower C which together comprised the entire upper level. (The upper level loop formerly controlled from Tower F was remotely controlled from Tower A) Given that, I would like to point out that the "presidential car" is a complete fallacy--an urban myth. To begin with, that particular car resides on Track 65 not 61. (Did Dan Buckner, who is the source of this tale, labeled it track 61 in order to give it the mystique of area 51? Who knows?) The "armor plated car" is nothing more than a heavy weight baggage car circa 1925; one of which several dozen were built in that era. This car was part of the GCT wrecker. The consist of this was a self propelled (third rail capable) crane and a tool car. The crane is now on display at the Danbury Rail Museum in Danbury Connecticut and the tool car still resides on track 65--still functioning as a tool car that hasn't been moved in decades. There is a grain of truth to a VIP platform with access to the Warldorf. This platform is track 53 which is located east of track 65. During my "glory days", this stored M of W equipment and material. And......just for the record, it is Grand Central Terminal not Grand Central Station. Reminiscence: When I first hired out I committed the cardinal sin pf saying Grand Central Station. Among the dirty looks and groans, a grizzled old timer came up to me and said "Ehhhh? Lissen, kid. I'm gonna tell you sumptin an yer gonna remember it for the rest of yer life. Grand Central station is a POST OFFICE. Dis here is Grand Central TERMINAL. An don't cha ever forget it".
That 1 minute rule isn't necessarily true. I work in the Stationmaster's Office and we'll usually get a radio message that "train X is on the move" about 15 seconds after the scheduled departure time. The doors will usually close promptly upon the clock hitting the scheduled time and leave a few seconds later. The only time they may wait another minute is because of an uncontrolled reason, like a passenger in need of assistance, equipment trouble, etc.
You know you should be proud of yourself!!! For all the years I lived in New York. You did such a beautiful job covering Grand Central. It's a beautiful place great history.
Love the information but I have a question for you. No video person seems to have covered this in Grand Central Station. There are famous pictures of light streams coming through the window. Do you know at what time the sun hits the windows to create those light beams I wish to come to New York next month and that’s on my list to photograph Can you help me Obi-Wan?
Of course I have been to Grand Central. The place is amazing. I did not know about the speak easy bar and I haven't tried the food court. Great video. I will have to check out the other vlogs.
Here Be Barr Definitely! We’ve been thinking of the itinerary. You and #TeamAdriana just have to come with big appetites and we’ll take care of the rest
Great video, Grand Central Station is absolutely beautiful. My husband and I loved seeing it. Although we didn't know about all that lol. We just hung out near the Vanderbelt exit and observed the ceiling and the main area. It's breathtaking. Where can I find the Whispering Gallery? My kids will absolutely love that when we go.
@@HereBeBarr thank you so much 😁 can't wait! I also wanted to say Congratulations on getting married 🥂 I seen it on Instagram. I wish you both all the best 😊
hello, can you tell me where in NY can I go with my dog? I have a little pug and I would like to spill the city. Do you know dog-friendly places? or some application?
I went to art school in NYC in the late 70s. Grand Central was where I caught trains home. It was filthy and the ceiling was nearly black. On one trip, while I waited for my train, I realized that under that grime was an illustration of the zodiac with lights for stars. What a discovery. I thought it was my personal secret. It's so beautiful now that it's been cleaned. I'm happy to share my secret with everyone!
woww, so nice discovering NYC through your eyes. you have, u know, this sort of...mmm....mmm... GIFT!! to make things very interesting and that would be boring otherwise. thx a lot. can't get enough!!! regards from Ccs-Venezuela!
I love NYC like anyone else, but Grand Central is NOT "the busiest train station in the world" like you said in your video. I believe the Shinjuku Station in Tokyo is by far the busiest train station on earth.
I always got an adrenaline rush exiting the Metro North train, walking up the ramp and entering Vanderbilt Hall. That extra minute has made a real difference for many a traveler, myself included. 👍
Right! Kind of like the $24 mimosas in the Champagne Bar at The Plaza. You just have to keep reminding yourself that you're paying for the experience, not the drink. Lol
Catching up on your back catalogue Jon fabulous content from a few years back especially post pandemic the contrast as NYC building back to it’s busy diverse best Happy Holiday’s 🎄 🎅 💫 to you and Adriana.
Another awesome video!!! Love the speakeasy style bar, and the tennis court is something I’ve never heard of! Your videos are always insightful- thank you so much!!!
Excellent vlog, Jon! I have only been in grand central twice and never for long. It is a place worth a day’s tour in it’s own. So gorgeous and interesting. GRAND is the word. I had no idea about the tennis courts!! Amazing. I know there is also a huge Apple store there too. Something for everyone. Oh, and the food looks delicious. ❤️
Awesome video! I have been to GCS once and it was just stepping in off the street, gawking for 5 minutes then out the door! Will have to explore better next time! Thanks again for the tour!
Sabotaging the power station would NOT have interrupted 80% of troop movements! Those troops were assembled across the Hudson river and upstate in Rockland County NY and left for Europe by boat. There were MANY railroads the soldiers arrived on, probably the minority came through grand central. Those generators probably only supplied grand central and the park avenue tunnel. At the most, to the Bronx.
Commuter tip: GCT has several underground pathways up to 6 blocks around the area. Super convenient when the weathers bad, street closures etc. Some are listed on the GCT 42nd St subway wiki but I know there are more because I use an unlisted 47th/Madison path.
I hate to be "that guy"- no, wait, that's a lie, I love being that guy - but Grand Central is nowhere close to the busiest train station in the world. Tokyo's Shinjuku Station hold's that record, with 3.5 million people a day. And if you count it by the number of passenger arrival/departures (without including people just visiting the station), Penn Station is actually busier that Grand Central.
You're not that guy at all. Grand Central is the busiest terminal in the world, not station. I should have made that clear, as it's the final stop . I did use the word "terminal" but yes, Tokyo is wayyyy busier overall !
When you say "largest piece of Tiffany stained glass", do you mean single piece, or largest art piece? Because there are larger Tiffany skylights, e.g. the Brooklyn Jewish Center, installed c. 1922. It has since been removed and sold to some synagogue in TX. But those are composed of many smaller segments of glass.
That's awesome you and Jen were able to do a collaboration. Taking a tour on the secret track would be so interesting hearing all of the stories and history
Hey Jon, I think you should do a video on the harlem/bronx sandwich called the "chop cheese." Its a very good sandwich based only In New York. Also try comparing it to the philly cheese.
Actually, eating at the GCT food court has never been attractive to me, i have always tried to avoid it, and the second food court in the Vanderbilt hall seems overrated to me, very expensive and not very substantial but it is a matter of taste jajajaja. i find the market more interesting , but is also a bit expensive... What do you think?
@@WeedIsHealthyForYou The big fancy concourse and Metro-North Railroad platforms is Grand Central Terminal. The subway station deep below it (which there's nothing grand about, btw) is Grand Central Station.
It's Terminal because it's the end of train lines. Same with subway : for example on line 1, Rector St is station, the next, South Ferry, is a Terminal.
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--- I've visited Grand Central several times but not recently & I never took the chance to really look around. Next time I shall definitely do so! Also, I love your videos. I always learn something new. Thank you so much!
I’ve been there so many times!! Love going even though I’m a lifetime NYer
I was there a week ago.
Thought you would Mentioned the black square on the ceiling. When the ceiling was being cleaned/restored from all the black soot they left a squAre uncleaned to show how dirty the ceiling used to be. It is to the right in the corner as you enter GC from the tracks.
Not only is Grand Central not the busiest train terminal in the world, but not even the busiest in New York, with Penn Station actually being busier. The busiest in the world is Shinjuku Station in Tokyo, and 47 of the next top 50 busiest are all in Japan.
Another great video. Visiting Grand Central was one of the highlights of my time in New York. It's a beautiful building!
I can’t wait to see your video and if my shot came out well hahah . Awesome finally meeting
Jon..You forgot to mention the hole in the ceiling ( near midpoint) which is a result of a display missile's nose piercing it. This event traces back to the mid 1960's when the USA and Russia were in a cold war. The missile was on show to promote American Space technology . Also, there's a small, black rectangular shape on the ceiling near the south staircase ( opposite Apple store) just at the end of an arc . After having cleaned and restored the ceiling, this black mark was purposely left as a reminder of how pollution from cigarette smoke covered it's entirety.
The Roosevelt tracks and his train car are definitely still there. I also got to see it on the tour I did!
I think the tracks were most recently used for Obama when he was still president.
I'm so jealous you got on those tours, i'm 100% in if they ever revive it. Thanks for the footage.
I took the same tour it was so great, love that you got footage!
Great grabbing a drink 🥃 and your video was awesome
Here Be Barr thanks so much, fun one to research and shoot! :)
I have worked for Metro-North/Conrail/Penn Central from 1967until my retirement in 2006; the majority of time worked was in Grand Central Tower service. I have worked in Tower A and Tower C which together comprised the entire upper level. (The upper level loop formerly controlled from Tower F was remotely controlled from Tower A) Given that, I would like to point out that the "presidential car" is a complete fallacy--an urban myth.
To begin with, that particular car resides on Track 65 not 61. (Did Dan Buckner, who is the source of this tale, labeled it track 61 in order to give it the mystique of area 51? Who knows?)
The "armor plated car" is nothing more than a heavy weight baggage car circa 1925; one of which several dozen were built in that era. This car was part of the GCT wrecker. The consist of this was a self propelled (third rail capable) crane and a tool car.
The crane is now on display at the Danbury Rail Museum in Danbury Connecticut and the tool car still resides on track 65--still functioning as a tool car that hasn't been moved in decades.
There is a grain of truth to a VIP platform with access to the Warldorf. This platform is track 53 which is located east of track 65. During my "glory days", this stored M of W equipment and material.
And......just for the record, it is Grand Central Terminal not Grand Central Station.
Reminiscence: When I first hired out I committed the cardinal sin pf saying Grand Central Station. Among the dirty looks and groans, a grizzled old timer came up to me and said "Ehhhh? Lissen, kid. I'm gonna tell you sumptin an yer gonna remember it for the rest of yer life. Grand Central station is a POST OFFICE. Dis here is Grand Central TERMINAL. An don't cha ever forget it".
That 1 minute rule isn't necessarily true. I work in the Stationmaster's Office and we'll usually get a radio message that "train X is on the move" about 15 seconds after the scheduled departure time. The doors will usually close promptly upon the clock hitting the scheduled time and leave a few seconds later. The only time they may wait another minute is because of an uncontrolled reason, like a passenger in need of assistance, equipment trouble, etc.
I'm definitely noticing the improvements in the quality of your videos. Great job!
Jon, it is happening before you know it---you'll become a NY expert & people will deliberately seek you out!
hahahah that would be interesting.
You forget 2 things in your vlog. The single dirty ceiling tile and the hole cut in the ceiling to display the red stone middle in the 1950’s.
Where are you originally from before you moved to New York?
I grew up in North NJ, about 20 min from Manhattan.
Checking out this place because BTS is going to perform their title track there on this 24th Feb 😭 OMGGG this place is very huge 👀👀👀
You know you should be proud of yourself!!! For all the years I lived in New York. You did such a beautiful job covering Grand Central. It's a beautiful place great history.
Thanks !
A+ for the video… Yes, please more tips and secrets and tricks… Love that stuff!
Love the information but I have a question for you. No video person seems to have covered this in Grand Central Station. There are famous pictures of light streams coming through the window. Do you know at what time the sun hits the windows to create those light beams I wish to come to New York next month and that’s on my list to photograph Can you help me Obi-Wan?
very good advice thanks for such good videos and see you soon by aya :-)
Thanks
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Where is the Whispering Gallery found? You don’t say! Thanks.
There is a door in the VI of the clock
Of course I have been to Grand Central. The place is amazing. I did not know about the speak easy bar and I haven't tried the food court. Great video. I will have to check out the other vlogs.
Thanks John !
Nice and interesting TOUR..
Congratulations 👌✅👏
Can't wait to be there in March! BTW how do you only have 55k subscribers? Blows my mind
Thanks for the kind words
Loved it Thanks!
I was a bit disappointed by the small Transit Museum branch there. I need to go to the one in Brooklyn.
bro your video is the no 1 and sweet and beautiful love you bro
Awesome video Jon! NYC is just the best!
Thanks Mason !
The dirt spot left on the ceiling to remind everyone how dirty it used to be.
That's pretty amazing how much history is right in front of your face like that and most people don't even stop for a second to admire it.
Where did the bobble head girl at the beginning disappear to??
Remember reading about the Campbell Apartment for the NYC sightseeing guide exam!
Oh that’s right you’re licensed.. warming up my friend . Gotta make that night visto
Here Be Barr Definitely! We’ve been thinking of the itinerary. You and #TeamAdriana just have to come with big appetites and we’ll take care of the rest
Thanks for the tip about the food court!! Have always just rushed through this place!!!
here be barr is the my favourite you tube channel
Great video, Grand Central Station is absolutely beautiful. My husband and I loved seeing it. Although we didn't know about all that lol. We just hung out near the Vanderbelt exit and observed the ceiling and the main area. It's breathtaking. Where can I find the Whispering Gallery? My kids will absolutely love that when we go.
Right by the food court downstairs ! Next to the oyster bar.
@@HereBeBarr thank you so much 😁 can't wait! I also wanted to say Congratulations on getting married 🥂 I seen it on Instagram. I wish you both all the best 😊
Thanks
hello, can you tell me where in NY can I go with my dog? I have a little pug and I would like to spill the city. Do you know dog-friendly places? or some application?
Hmm sorry I don't.. there's a cool dog park in Prospect Park though.
@@HereBeBarr It's a pity, I was hoping you would recommend some places? museums or other:(
Here you go...
www.bringfido.com/destination/city/new_york_ny_us/#.XH4X4acwPQE.mailto
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I went to art school in NYC in the late 70s. Grand Central was where I caught trains home. It was filthy and the ceiling was nearly black. On one trip, while I waited for my train, I realized that under that grime was an illustration of the zodiac with lights for stars. What a discovery. I thought it was my personal secret. It's so beautiful now that it's been cleaned. I'm happy to share my secret with everyone!
I'm there in 2 weeks. I come from germany for the 3rd time. I will check yor Tipps and thanks for your helpfull Videos:-)
woww, so nice discovering NYC through your eyes. you have, u know, this sort of...mmm....mmm... GIFT!! to make things very interesting and that would be boring otherwise. thx a lot. can't get enough!!! regards from Ccs-Venezuela!
Muchas gracias 😊
Love Grand Central, great video Jon, very informative!
Spasiba Dima
I love NYC like anyone else, but Grand Central is NOT "the busiest train station in the world" like you said in your video. I believe the Shinjuku Station in Tokyo is by far the busiest train station on earth.
WOW..
Come to the Philippines when u can Sir.
I always got an adrenaline rush exiting the Metro North train, walking up the ramp and entering Vanderbilt Hall. That extra minute has made a real difference for many a traveler, myself included. 👍
Hahah we’ve all been there
Puerto Rican food in. New York ?
Great video! Definitely going to hit up the Campbell apartment "speakeasy" next time I'm in NYC.
Thanks. Just bring a $20 for a drink .
Right! Kind of like the $24 mimosas in the Champagne Bar at The Plaza. You just have to keep reminding yourself that you're paying for the experience, not the drink. Lol
Really enjoy your videos! I'll be heading back to NYC in May. Can't wait.
keep it coming
Catching up on your back catalogue Jon fabulous content from a few years back especially post pandemic the contrast as NYC building back to it’s busy diverse best Happy Holiday’s 🎄 🎅 💫 to you and Adriana.
Love the video Jon! So fascinating. I only knew about the ceiling, it's so gorgeous. Thanks for the info, I want to hunt down that bar now😉🍸
Thanks Jon. Love your volgs.
You're very welcome.
Love your videos
Another awesome video!!! Love the speakeasy style bar, and the tennis court is something I’ve never heard of! Your videos are always insightful- thank you so much!!!
I wish kindly your 1milion subscriber bro
I knew about everything on your list except the tennis court. Well done.
Again, as usual, you are amazing and do such a great job of showing us cool things in NYC. Thanks!
Excellent vlog, Jon! I have only been in grand central twice and never for long. It is a place worth a day’s tour in it’s own. So gorgeous and interesting. GRAND is the word. I had no idea about the tennis courts!! Amazing. I know there is also a huge Apple store there too. Something for everyone. Oh, and the food looks delicious. ❤️
Thanks Rachel !
Awesome video! I have been to GCS once and it was just stepping in off the street, gawking for 5 minutes then out the door! Will have to explore better next time! Thanks again for the tour!
Yeah so much going on in there.
bro your voice so sweet bro
Thanks Bibek !
Really cool...
bro please visit India bro
love you bro and respect you bro
Great tips😊
Sabotaging the power station would NOT have interrupted 80% of troop movements! Those troops were assembled across the Hudson river and upstate in Rockland County NY and left for Europe by boat. There were MANY railroads the soldiers arrived on, probably the minority came through grand central. Those generators probably only supplied grand central and the park avenue tunnel. At the most, to the Bronx.
Could you tour the City Hall train station 😎
If i can get a tour , they're not offered often.
That was totally cool Grand Central Station is on my to do list
Commuter tip:
GCT has several underground pathways up to 6 blocks around the area. Super convenient when the weathers bad, street closures etc. Some are listed on the GCT 42nd St subway wiki but I know there are more because I use an unlisted 47th/Madison path.
Thank you so much. This is one of my favorite place in ny and first place wich I visited in NYC when I arrived from Connecticut.
Hey Barr could you do a video on Burger Joint nyc 🍔 (the one in the Parker Meridian Hotel)
Great video, but lousy jazz background score is distracting.
I love you usa bro
I hate to be "that guy"- no, wait, that's a lie, I love being that guy - but Grand Central is nowhere close to the busiest train station in the world. Tokyo's Shinjuku Station hold's that record, with 3.5 million people a day. And if you count it by the number of passenger arrival/departures (without including people just visiting the station), Penn Station is actually busier that Grand Central.
You're not that guy at all. Grand Central is the busiest terminal in the world, not station. I should have made that clear, as it's the final stop . I did use the word "terminal" but yes, Tokyo is wayyyy busier overall !
When you say "largest piece of Tiffany stained glass", do you mean single piece, or largest art piece? Because there are larger Tiffany skylights, e.g. the Brooklyn Jewish Center, installed c. 1922. It has since been removed and sold to some synagogue in TX. But those are composed of many smaller segments of glass.
I think it refers to art piece.
just in time for my trip! :)
Awesome
That train car never belonged to FDR it is just a New York Central Baggage Car
What’s Grand Central Station? I’ve never been there. When I’m in Manhattan I go to Grand Central Terminal since I live in Westchester.
Yep, i misquoted it. good catch. Although grand central station is the name of the post office next door.
That's awesome you and Jen were able to do a collaboration. Taking a tour on the secret track would be so interesting hearing all of the stories and history
I'd love to get down there.
So I should bring Casey Neistat with me to track 61? 😂
For sure
Hey Jon, I think you should do a video on the harlem/bronx sandwich called the "chop cheese." Its a very good sandwich based only In New York. Also try comparing it to the philly cheese.
Never heard o f it !
@@HereBeBarr Yeah most people have no clue what it is but you can get it mainly in bodegas/delis in bronx and Harlem
Actually, eating at the GCT food court has never been attractive to me, i have always tried to avoid it, and the second food court in the Vanderbilt hall seems overrated to me, very expensive and not very substantial but it is a matter of taste jajajaja.
i find the market more interesting , but is also a bit expensive... What do you think?
Great video!
Grand central station or terminal?
Definetely always station.
@@WeedIsHealthyForYou The big fancy concourse and Metro-North Railroad platforms is Grand Central Terminal. The subway station deep below it (which there's nothing grand about, btw) is Grand Central Station.
@@GIJew No,
It's Grand Central - 42nd Street.
@@WeedIsHealthyForYou Yeah, that's the name of the subway station on the sign. It's interchangeable. But GCT and GCS are NOT interchangeable.
It's Terminal because it's the end of train lines. Same with subway : for example on line 1, Rector St is station, the next, South Ferry, is a Terminal.