Woolworth Building

Completed in 1913, this was the world’s tallest skyscraper until 1930, when it was surpassed in height by the Chrysler Building , also in New York City .

Up next, the 1913 neo-gothic Woolworth building, the tallest skyscraper in the world for its first 17 years. Admire it from outside, as the lobby is closed to the public . - Green Guide Editor

Untapped Cities 2 weeks ago From 1913 to 1930 the Woolworth Building was the tallest building in the world. Did you know Woolworth's private office was modeled on one used by Napoleon ? Read more

So, Woolworth’s is no more. But Frank W. Woolworth’s tribute to capitalism remains. The neo-Gothic building, designed by Cass Gilbert , was the tallest and most modern building in 1913- and paid for Read more

The historic Woolworth Building was built in 1913. Today, NYU School of Continuing and Professional Studies uses three floors for classrooms and offices .

Highly recommend the tour , especially the 90 minute tour which covers a bit more of the building.

For my money, the most beautiful skyscraper in NY. The stunning lobby is now closed to the public but tours can be arranged on the building's website.

So much history! Visit the residential tower -- breathtaking! Ping me 4> info! Luxury condo !

One of the oldest —and most famous — skyscrapers in New York City ; one of the tallest buildings in the New York City . Completed 1913.

The tip by the History Channel falsely indicates the Chrysler Building took tallest building away from this. In fact, it was actually 40 Wall Street which in turn was de-throned by the Chrysler.

Take a bath while looking out at the freedom tower! Luxury condo living in a historical building ping me 4> info!

You can admire the beautiful architecture in this building. It is known for its gothic structures , so make sure and look up to the ceiling ;-)

Super cool lobby and tons of history, but too bad it's not open to the public to see.

“Cathedral of Commerce,” a $68 million deal made, the tower will be turned into about 40 luxury apartments , including a five-level penthouse in the cupola.

I love this place! My favorite building in NY .

Built in 1913 and designed by Architect, Cass Gilbert . Height is 792 ft (241 m). Fact; Tallest in the world from 1913-1930.

Tile work on the lobby ceiling is beautiful! Lobby of tv show Ugly Betty was filmed on one of the office floors upstairs. Will have to look into this vault business...

Possibly one of the most beautiful buildings in the world.

Did you know? The Woolworth Building is covered in a whopping 7,500 tons of terra cotta cladding and ornament.

The small little coffee shop on Barclay Street is excellent!

sneak into the subbasement and check out the abandoned bank vault . you might want to take a flashlight.

241 metres (791 ft), tallest building in the world 1913-1930.

Completed 1913, Gothic style.

1913 architecture

I love NY ....

If you are claustrophobic, beware the tiny elevators

NO TOURISTS ALLOWED BEYOND THIS POINT!

Forse in molti non sanno che questo è il primo grattacielo costruito a New York