Timestamps: 00:58 Penn Station Entrance 01:49 Penn Station Renovations 04:48 Penn Station Tracks Area 07:36 Transition from Penn Station into Moynihan Train Hall 08:25 Moynihan Train Hall 11:55 Food Hall 17:05 Upper level (mostly unopened retail) 18:40 Outside on 33rd Street
@@armorpro573 That could very well be the case, looking at that area. Those ceilings are super low and one of the things that makes the Moynihan Train Hall so attractive is the elevated ceilings. So i wouldn't be surprised if they're looking to raise these ones as high as possible too.
Yes, thank you for showing that part! Ive never been to Penn and Ive got a quick connection between Amtrak and NJT. Your walkthrough helped me figure out a rough route!
So that was the new mta corridor renovation (33rd st). The stores are along the south corridor along the real estate property. Tracks are used by LlIRR from 21 to 11 NJT uses tracks 12 - 1 Amtrak uses 16 - 3 Penn Station is a mass transit hub shared by all 3 agencies. There are 3 levels all shared with someone. Moynihan Trainhall is owned by NYS. Amtrak and LIRR are Tenants to this facility therefore they have NO real say on what goes on in the building unless the state approves.
I don't like how blindingly bright they've made some sections of Penn Station. It was perfect a few months ago. Some people complained the new parts were too dark, and now it's too bright!
Last year when I was visiting NYC I thought the Moynihan side of Penn Station is very beautiful however it does have some setbacks, the notable lack of benches along the columns not counting the ticketed waiting area for Amtrak riders and the food hall. I do find it's easier to navigate than the labyrinth that is the main section of Penn Station.
It sounds like they're expecting 4-6 years for the full reconstruction, but there's apparently a chance that certain phased sections may start rolling out after 1-2 years.
I am going be traveling to NYC by amtrak. I don't see anyone with wheel chairs, do they have them. Does anyone know will amtrak cove to the rail side to get me? Is there a different web site to go to for that info. Train station looks very big and a lot of walking
I'm not too sure of the answers to your questions unfortunately, but here are a couple of website links that you may find helpful. The first link seems to have a contact number for any questions. www.infofornyc.com/travel/penn-station-handicap-accessibility.html secretnyc.co/penn-station-accessibility-improvements-nyc/
Timestamps:
00:58 Penn Station Entrance
01:49 Penn Station Renovations
04:48 Penn Station Tracks Area
07:36 Transition from Penn Station into Moynihan Train Hall
08:25 Moynihan Train Hall
11:55 Food Hall
17:05 Upper level (mostly unopened retail)
18:40 Outside on 33rd Street
This place looks fantastic with the shops and full of passengers, I only saw when it initially opened.
Amazing tour, keep up the good work!
Thanks for the tour !
Any time!
Thanks for this. I didn't realize that one could walk directly from Penn Station to Moynihan Train Hall without going outside and crossing 8th Ave.
You're welcome. Yes, it's pretty convenient, especially if the weather is bad!
@@newyorkerwalking At 4:51, are they planning on tearing up the columns and raising the ceiling? Because it kind of looks like it
@@armorpro573 That could very well be the case, looking at that area. Those ceilings are super low and one of the things that makes the Moynihan Train Hall so attractive is the elevated ceilings. So i wouldn't be surprised if they're looking to raise these ones as high as possible too.
@@newyorkerwalking I would hope so. The rest of Penn Station is atrocious.
Yes, thank you for showing that part! Ive never been to Penn and Ive got a quick connection between Amtrak and NJT. Your walkthrough helped me figure out a rough route!
So that was the new mta corridor renovation (33rd st). The stores are along the south corridor along the real estate property.
Tracks are used by LlIRR from 21 to 11
NJT uses tracks 12 - 1
Amtrak uses 16 - 3
Penn Station is a mass transit hub shared by all 3 agencies. There are 3 levels all shared with someone.
Moynihan Trainhall is owned by NYS. Amtrak and LIRR are Tenants to this facility therefore they have NO real say on what goes on in the building unless the state approves.
Good video and interesting to see!
Still no public seating? Crazy.
I don't like how blindingly bright they've made some sections of Penn Station. It was perfect a few months ago. Some people complained the new parts were too dark, and now it's too bright!
I agree! It reminds me of Occulus which is all white inside. Beautiful structure but absolutely no colors .
Just shows that you can’t keep everyone happy.
Last year when I was visiting NYC I thought the Moynihan side of Penn Station is very beautiful however it does have some setbacks, the notable lack of benches along the columns not counting the ticketed waiting area for Amtrak riders and the food hall. I do find it's easier to navigate than the labyrinth that is the main section of Penn Station.
The lack of benches has certainly been a major talking point across many NYC transit hubs.
Damn it definitely got a whole facelift since I've last been there in August
A lot of work done so far yes!
what a fucking boondoggle
thanks for showing us!
2:55 original 1910 Penn Station stairways. Where are all the benches for passengers to sit on?
I assume they've been removed while renovations take place.
tear down MSG and start over
I've seen a couple options recently proposing this too.
Its weird how there are no benches anywhere.
When will it be completed?
It sounds like they're expecting 4-6 years for the full reconstruction, but there's apparently a chance that certain phased sections may start rolling out after 1-2 years.
The Division brought me here
Does the biggest train station in London, England easier to navigate and pass thru? And does it connect to the London Tubes?
I'm not sure how this NYC station compares to the ones in London unfortunately, sorry.
I am going be traveling to NYC by amtrak. I don't see anyone with wheel chairs, do they have them. Does anyone know will amtrak cove to the rail side to get me? Is there a different web site to go to for that info. Train station looks very big and a lot of walking
I'm not too sure of the answers to your questions unfortunately, but here are a couple of website links that you may find helpful. The first link seems to have a contact number for any questions.
www.infofornyc.com/travel/penn-station-handicap-accessibility.html
secretnyc.co/penn-station-accessibility-improvements-nyc/
It may not be perfect, but it is better than the rat maze it is replacing!
Agreed!
So big
They need to change the flooring at Penn Station, its very dated and dirty.
I'm sure they will with the new updates.