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Statue of Liberty vs Empire State Building

Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building are both praised by travel writers. On balance, Empire State Building is the choice of most professionals compared to Statue of Liberty. Empire State Building scores 97 with approval from 10 reviews such as Frommer's, The Telegraph and Not For Tourists.

Statue of Liberty
Statue of Liberty
9 / 10
Liberty Island, New York City, NY 10004
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Fodor's Fodor's
"For millions of immigrants, the first glimpse of America was the Statue of Liberty, growing from a vaguely defined figure on the horizon into a towering, stately colossus." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"It's hard to imagine a more evocative and familiar symbol of the United States than the lady with the torch."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"In a city full of American icons, the Statue of Liberty is perhaps the most famous." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Lady Liberty—or Liberty Enlightening the World, as she’s officially known—was a gift from France on America’s 100th birthday." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The Statue of Liberty, her torch upraised in welcome since 1886, was a gift to the US from the people of France." Full review
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The observation deck atop the base affords spectacular city views.
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Empire State Building
Empire State Building
9 / 10
350 Fifth Avenue, New York City, NY 10118
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The Empire State Building is an art deco monument to progress, a symbol for New York City, and a star in some great romantic scenes, on- and off-screen." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"With the tragic demise of the World Trade Center, this symbol of New York is again the city's most recognizable skyscraper and, at 1,050 feet, its tallest."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Empire State Building – actually a very glorified office building – is the most famous member of the New York skyline." Full review
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Getting here very early or very late will help you avoid delays.
Frommer's Frommer's
"There’s no better introduction to New York than a visit to the Empire State Building... the apex of the New York skyline." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Remains one of the city's most beautiful—and popular—attractions, with thousands of people visiting every day." Full review
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