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COMTO NMTC TOUR Sign-Up
Sign up for one or more of the below tours; compliments of MTA & PANYNJ
Advance Sign-Up is Required | Limited Space
Below is a list of Tours that you can attend during the conference:
- COMTO on the Red Stairs: Times Square Group Photo Opportunity
- Join fellow COMTO Conference attendees for a memorable group photo on the iconic red stairs in Times Square. This exclusive photo opportunity captures the spirit of unity and celebration at the heart of New York City. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this special moment—open to registered COMTO attendees only.
- Capacity: 500
- Date/Time: Sat, July 12 @ 8am - 9am (Rain Date: Monday, July 14 @ 8am-8:30am)
- Ride Through Time: 1917 NYCT Vintage Train Ride Experience
- Step aboard a piece of New York City history with a special round-trip ride on a vintage New York City Transit train (1930/1940 R1/9). Departing from Times Square, this exclusive tour takes you on a nostalgic journey to the Barclay's Center (Manhattan Bridge) and back, offering a rare chance to experience the sights, sounds, and charm of classic subway cars from a bygone era. Enjoy photo opportunities, historical insights, and a one-of-a-kind ride through the heart of the city.
- Capacity: 300
- Date/Time: Sat, July 12 @ 9:30am - 10:10am
- NYCT - Green Miles: Inside NYCT’s Sustainable Bus Facilities TOUR FULL
- Explore NYCT’s Mother Clara Hale Depot and Zerega Training Facility to see how the MTA is leading the shift to greener transit. Discover innovative maintenance practices, electric and hybrid bus technology, and training programs shaping a more sustainable, environmentally responsible bus fleet for New York City.
- Capacity: 40
- Date/Time: Sat, July 12 @ 9:30am-1:15pm
- State ID & Waiver required by Friday, June 20; see details during sign-up Click here to upload your documents
- LIRR - Madison Avenue East: Connecting Communities at Grand Central Madison TOUR FULL
- Explore Grand Central Madison, a vital Long Island Rail Road hub connecting commuters and communities. Discover the station’s design, seamless rail connections, and how it enhances transit access in Manhattan, reshaping travel and urban life in New York City’s bustling core.
- Capacity: 25
- Date/Time: Sat, July 12 @ 11am - 1pm
- MTA C&D - Moynihan & Penn: Reimagining a Transit Landmark TOUR FULL
- Tour the transformed Moynihan Train Hall and its connection to the bustling Penn Station. Explore how MTA Construction & Development is reshaping this iconic transit hub with modern design, improved flow, and enhanced passenger experience—creating a gateway worthy of New York City.
- Capacity: 25
- Date/Time: Sat, July 12 @ 11am - 2pm
- PANYNJ: Oculus Transportation Hub (World Trade Center) & Hoboken Multi-Agency Transit Tour TOUR FULL
- Experience a unique, multi-modal journey through the region’s most iconic transit hubs! Begin your tour by taking the train to the stunning Oculus at the World Trade Center, then ride the PATH train to Exchange Place. From there, hop on the NJ Transit Light Rail to the newly renovated Hoboken Terminal—restored after flood damage caused by Hurricane Sandy. This tour offers a fascinating look at the interconnected transit systems that move the region.
- Capacity: 25
- Date/Time: Mon, July 14 @ 8:30am - 11:30am
- PANYNJ: LGA-From Worst to First – Inside LaGuardia’s Historic Comeback
- Discover how LaGuardia Airport transformed from one of the nation’s most criticized airports into a world-class travel hub. This behind-the-scenes tour takes you through the airport’s stunning new terminals, modern amenities, and innovative design features. Learn how the ambitious redevelopment project overcame major challenges to deliver a state-of-the-art passenger experience—without ever shutting down operations.
- Capacity: 20
- Date/Time: Mon, July 14 @ 8:45am - 12:45pm
- State ID required by Friday, June 20; see details during sign-up Click here to upload your document
- NYCT - Art & Innovation: Exploring Hudson Yards Station TOUR FULL
- Opened in 2015, Hudson Yards Station is the first new subway station in decades and a key part of the area's rapid transformation. Explore its sleek, modern design and view Funktional Vibrations, a stunning mosaic by artist Xenobia Bailey. This tour highlights how art, transit, and urban development come together in NYC’s newest neighborhood.
- Capacity: 25
- Date/Time: Mon, July 14 @ 9:00am - 1:30pm
- NYCT - Behind the Rails: Inside NYCT Operations & Power Control TOUR FULL
- Go behind the scenes at NYC Transit’s Operations and Power Control Centers to see how the subway system runs. Learn how train movement is managed, power is distributed, and real-time decisions keep millions moving every day. A rare look into the heartbeat of the city's transit network. This tour is designed to be most beneficial for leadership in Public Sector Rail Operations. Due to high expected interest and limited capacity (25 slots), preference will be given to those in rail operation leadership roles. However, attendance is not restricted—any registered attendee is welcome to sign up.
- Capacity: 25
- Date/Time: Mon, July 14 @ 9:30am - 1pm
- State ID required by Friday, June 20; see details during sign-up Click here to upload your document
- Metro-North Railroad - Locomotive Simulator Training |Virtual Reality (VR) Training | Grand Central Terminal Tour TOUR FULL
- Experience Metro-North like never before with hands-on locomotive simulator training and virtual reality demos. Tour and operate a train in the Simulator Room at Grand Central Terminal and then receive a hands-on demo of our Virtual Reality Training Program. Finally, tour Grand Central Terminal (GCT) to see how technology and expert coordination keep trains running safely and on time in one of the busiest rail networks in the country. Each session can accommodate two (2) rotations of 10-15 people per session – for the first hour, one group experiences the Simulator Room/Virtual Reality Training Program, while simultaneously, the other group experiences a Grand Central Terminal Tour. Then for the second hour, the groups reverse.
- Capacity: 25
- Date/Time: Mon, July 14 @ 10am - 1pm
***FREE ADMISSION***
Must be Registered for Conference to Attend
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We ensure transportation serves all.
What We Do
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We look forward to you joining us at the 54th COMTO National Meeting & Training Conference.
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