One of the little-known secrets of Grand Central Station is that their Information Booth clock is valued at up to 20 million Photo credit: Christian Lendl. How to get there: You can get a train or bus from just about anywhere in Sydney (or Regional NSW) to Central Station. But beyond statistics, Grand Central Terminal, or as it’s commonly referred to, Grand Central Station, is a beloved marvel and the most famous and storied train station on the planet. Hunt down the best spicy noodles or sweet custard puffs in the bustling streets of Chinatown, have a beer in a grungy student pub in Chippendale, and explore the stylish boutiques of Surry Hills.Ĭentral Station and The Goods Line will again be part of Vivid Sydney for 2023, with light projections, installations and music events across the terminal building and along the walkway. The suburbs surrounding Central are as eclectic as Sydneysiders themselves. The line runs between Central and Darling Harbour and takes less than 10 minutes to walk – keep an eye out for the Frank Gehry-designed Dr Chau Chak Wing Building that resembles a crumpled paper bag. Flanked by some of Sydney’s most notable educational institutions, cultural attractions like the Powerhouse Ultimo and high-tech media hubs, The Goods Line has been transformed into an urban hub of walkways, bike paths, parks, ping pong tables, outdoor workspaces and playgrounds. Opened to the public on February 2, 1913, Grand Central is a world-famous landmark and transportation hub in Midtown Manhattan. ![]() This four-faced clock on top of the information booth is the most recognizable icon of Grand Central Station. Some of the highlights to see along your tour of Grand Central include the opal-faced clock, valued at 20 million, above the Information Booth, the Largest Tiffany Glass Clock in the World below the 48-foot, 1500-ton Transportation statue overlooking 42nd Street at Park Avenue, and the mystifying acoustics of the Whispering Gallery in front of. The line closed in 1984 and the area sat mostly silent until a $15 million renovation that was completed in 2015. Clock at Grand Central Terminal New York, USA - January 27, 2012: Clock at Grand Central Terminal with American flag in the background in New York, NY pon January 27, 2012. ![]() ![]() Branching out from Central Station, The Goods Line was part of a 19th century freight rail line that ran from Dulwich Hill into the city.
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