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Woolworth Building

4.6 · 1,068 reviews·Loved by travelers
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The Woolworth Building is a 792-foot-tall skyscraper in Lower Manhattan, designed by Cass Gilbert in a neo-Gothic style. Its exterior is clad in glazed terra-cotta, and the lobby features intricate mosaics, marble, and a vaulted ceiling. Once the world's tallest building, it remains an iconic part of the New York City skyline. Visitors can admire the lobby's grandeur during public tours, which highlight the building's architectural details and history as a 'Cathedral of Commerce.'

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  • The ornate lobby with its marble, mosaics, and vaulted ceiling
  • The exterior's intricate Gothic terra-cotta detailing
  • The building's historic status as the world's tallest from 1913 to 1930

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Ways to visit Woolworth Building

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

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