Empire State Building, New York

Soaring over a quarter of a mile into the atmosphere, the Empire Estate building is a major historic landmark in the Mid-Atlantic. Visitors can take on a variety of activities here. You can tour the observatory 365 days a year, day and night, rain or shine for breathtaking views of Manhattan. After a tour, you can alway grab a coffee at one of the cafes around, go shopping and eating, or hit the bottle at the bars close by.

Take a helicopter ride from the building. The New York SKYRIDE operates affordable rides. Browse art exhibits in the lobby, and check out additional items from Fay Wray's private collection of photographs, posters and "King Kong" memorabilia, which are permanently displayed in showcase windows.

For romantic couples, the Empire State Building is one of the finest places for a Valentine's Day wedding. The building Many concerts and holiday-based shows are scheduled year-round as well as special annual events such as the ESB Run-up and Valentine's Day Weddings are also held in the building's premises.

The American Society of Civil Engineers have named the building as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Since its public opening in 1931, over 110 million visitors have experienced the thrill of beholding the awe-inspiring panorama of the city from here.