Rockefeller Center

Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center which includes heritage elements


One of Manhattan’s most iconic developments, this hub of business and entertainment was considered a remarkable feat when it was completed in the late 1930s.

An ode to 1930s New York, Rockefeller Centre in Midtown Manhattan fuses the old and the new, and is at the heart of the city’s annual holiday celebrations.

Built between 1930 and 1939, the sprawling Rockefeller Centre was seen as a revolutionary symbol of innovation and progress amid the depression-era slump. A “city within a city”, the centre has a sleek, modern design and has housed some of the most progressive companies in America’s history. Today, it’s still a hub of Manhattan with 19 commercial and historic buildings that cover several blocks.

A benchmark for Art Deco architecture, Rockefeller Centre boasts many attractions. Take a tour of the famous NBC studios. Get tickets to see the famous Rockettes or a concert at Radio City Music Hall. During the holiday season, check out the enormous 100-foot Christmas tree. The glistening ice-skating rink is open daily October through April.

At any time of year, a trip to the centre should start with a visit to the Top of the Rock observation deck for a 360-degree view of the city. Before zooming to the observation decks in the Sky Shuttle elevator, make sure you explore the permanent exhibition of photographs and artifacts on the mezzanine level. (Once you’re at the top, you can’t return to the exhibit.) The 70-story-high viewing platform is open daily offering postcard-perfect views of the Empire State Building and Statue of Liberty to the south and Central Park to the north.

Over at 30 Rockefeller Plaza, the centerpiece of the complex, television aficionados can join behind-the-scenes NBC studios tours, which run every 15 minutes, to catch a glimpse into what makes shows like “NBC Nightly News” and “Saturday Night Live” tick. Check the Rockefeller Centre website for ticket information. For history buffs, ticketed tours through the General Electric building also run regularly every day, with knowledgeable guides sharing insights into the history and artistry of the centre.

After your tour, head downstairs to refuel at one of the many cafes and restaurants in the Concourse level or wander outside onto Fifth Avenue.

Rockefeller Plaza is located in Midtown, and is on a number of bus routes and subway lines.

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Reviews of Rockefeller Center

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We visited the Rockefeller on Wednesday 18th February 20 and there were no queues we paid and went straight on up. ( wooohoooo ) Great elevator ride with adventure music..... Amazing views was cold that high up but we dressed appropriately. There is a professional photo taken by a photographer before the elevator ride which you can purchase upon exit. I think it was $34 for 2 $29 for 1

5/5 - Excellent

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Worth a trip to the top - but if you go, then go straight to the outside deck. Too many people stay at the lower deck, and it was crowded. Great View at the top, of the Empire State Building.

5/5 - Excellent

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Book in advance on the morning once you know the visibility is good. You will skip a sizeable aueye

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Book ticket early in the morning to have access to the various times available throughout the day.

5/5 - Excellent

Lauren

Use google maps to plan the best time to attend to save extra long queues. we arrived there for 9amish on a sunday sunny day and there was hardly any queue. If i was to go again i would be tempted to do this one at nighttime to see the empire state building illuminated and enable you to take better photographs as this have glass safety screens

3/5 - Okay

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A lot of construction was up for the Christmas tree! Not the best site...

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