Empire State Building 350 Fifth Ave. (at 34th St.) (212) 736-3100 Open every day, Daily: 8 AM-2 AM Adults: $25, Seniors: $22, Children (6-12): $19 |
| This the most famous tall building in the world, its construction starting in 1929 and completed in 1931, during the Great Depression. 15 thousand workers and 60 thousand tons of steel contributed to its construction. The Observation Deck on the 86th floor is served by 73 elevators and is the most desirable place in New York to view the city. |