Designed by architect Cass Gilbert be tween 1920 and 1912 as retail tycoon Frank W. Woolworth’s NYC headquarters, the Woolworth Building was once the tallest building in the world. Today, tours of the magnificent vintage lobby are available. You can choose from three tours: The basic (30 minutes, $20), the standard (60 minutes, $30) or the deluxe tour (90 minutes, $45). The standard and deluxe tours include the lower level. 233 Broadway, btw P ark Pl. & Barclay St., 203.966.9663.
TRANSPORTATION
AMTRAK
Guests travel in comfort on these passenger trains, stopping at stations throughout the country. Red Cap service is available for those who need assistance with their baggage. For more information, call Penn Station, Eighth Ave., 800.872.7245.
GO AIRLINK NYC/ MY SEDAN
Door-to-door shuttles and rides in late-model vans, SUVs and sedans. Save money on rides to and from JFK, LaGuardia and Newark terminals. For more information or reservations, call 877.599.8200.
GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL
Trains run on the MetroNorth railroad line to and from this majestic landmark. For schedules and prices, visit mta.info/mnr. Terminal open daily 5:30 am-2 am. Stores: M-F 8 am-8 pm, Sa 10 am-8 pm, Su 11 am-6 pm. Dining concourse: M-Sa 7 am-9 pm, Su 11 am-6 pm. E. 42nd St., btw Lexington & Vanderbilt aves., 212.340.2583.
GRAY LINE CITY SIGHTSEEING NEW YORK
Sightseeing tours by bus, boat and helicopter. Tours are available in 11 languages. The company also offers buses to Woodbury Common Premium Outlets seven days a week. Buses leave from the Gray Line New York Visitor Center, 777 Eighth Ave., btw W. 47th & W. 48th sts., 212.445.0848.
LONG ISLAND RAIL ROAD
This rail service operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week and takes visitors from Penn Station or Jamaica to more than 100 destinations throughout Long Island. For pricing and schedules, go to mta.info/lirr or call 511 and say “LIRR” at any time.
M & V LIMOUSINES
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