The site of the Empire State Building, on the west side of Fifth Avenue between West 33rd and 34th Streets, was developed in 1893 as the Waldorf–Astoria Hotel. In 1929, Empire State Inc. acquired …

Discover even more of the Empire State Building. Enjoy a guided 90-minute tour that includes the building’s lovingly restored Art Deco lobby on 5th Avenue, the Celebrity Walk, and exhibits that …

Dec 7, 2025 · Empire State Building, steel-framed skyscraper rising 102 stories that was completed in New York City in 1931 and was the tallest building in the world until 1971. The Empire State Building …

Aug 13, 2024 · If there’s one structure nearly everyone who’s even thought of visiting New York City can name, it’s the Empire State Building (ESB). Located at 34th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan,...

Sep 26, 2025 · It's known as the world's most famous building, but is New York City's Empire State Building worth the price of a tour? Tips from a local.

The Empire State Building is a 102-story, Art Deco-style supertall skyscraper in the Midtown South neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City, United States. The ...

The Empire State Building is one of New York City’s most popular tourist attractions. Built during the Great Depression, this building was completed in just over a year, employed 3,400...

Oct 10, 2024 · On a short list of the world’s most famous structures, the Empire State Building draws some 2.5 million visitors a year and remains a masterpiece of the Art Deco-type architecture that...

It stood as the world's tallest building for more than 40 years, from its completion in 1931 until the construction of the World Trade Center North Tower in 1972. The Empire State Building has been …

The building’s construction was completed in just over a year, an extraordinary feat given its scale and complexity. Its limestone façade and tiered crown are instantly recognizable, making it a beloved …