The Observatory's regular hours of operation are 8:00am to 2:00am (I kid you not!)7 days a week. Last elevators go up at 1:15am. Admission $19 for adults and $17 for seniors. There's nothing like the view from the 86th floor! Very romantic at night. Think "An Affair to Remember" and "Sleepless in Seattle" and be careful crossing the street! http://esbnyc.com

One of New York City's finest office buildings, the Chrysler Building was designed as a tribute to the booming automotive industry. Built in 1930, it was the world's tallest skyscraper at the time, until the Empire State Building claimed the spot just months later. There are no organized tours or exhibits, but the gleaming chrome lobby is open to tourists daily. Location: 405 Lexington Ave, at 42nd Street. Take the 4, 5, 6, or 7 subway lines to Grand Central. (212) 682-3070.

It's no longer the world's tallest skyscraper, but the classic Art Deco architecture and rich history make the 102-story Empire State Building a popular stop for visitors to New York City. Built in 1931, the 1,454 foot tall building has an exterior observatory on the 86th floor from which visitors can see up to 80 miles away on a clear day. The observatory is open seven days a week, 9:30 am to midnight (last tickets sold at 11:15pm). Special holiday hours are observed. Admission is $10.00 for adults, $9.00 for military personnel, senior citizens and youths ages 12-17, $4.00 for children aged 6-11, and free for children under 5 and military in uniform. Security has been tightened recently so leave extra time and make sure to bring a picture ID. 350 Fifth Ave, at 34th Street. (212) 736-3100.

The observatory is open from 8:00am-2:00pm 7 days a week. Last elavator goes up at 1:15pm. Adults $20.00 and Children under 11 are $14.00. See train map for futher info