This Midtown Landmark Pairs 19 Buildings With Public Art

Rockefeller Center packs a slice of Midtown into 19 buildings across 22 acres. Television studios and public art share this Manhattan commercial complex, giving you more than towers to look at. Start with its architecture, which connects the destination to the history of New York, and let the cultural side of the complex shape your time here.

An observation deck offers skyline views, taking the experience beyond the buildings themselves. Make that your focus when a broader perspective on the city is the draw. Back at the landmark, 45 Rockefeller Plaza anchors the outing in Manhattan.

The holiday associations have their own pull. An ice rink and a massive Christmas tree form part of its seasonal traditions, with the towers as their backdrop. Keep those attractions in their seasonal context. The commercial complex doubles as a cultural and tourist hub, bringing another layer to an afternoon exploring Midtown.