Corning Tower Observation Deck

New York

TypeRoadside Americana
CategoryViewpoints

The 42nd-floor deck overlooks Albany, the Hudson, the Empire State Plaza, and the distant Adirondacks and Catskills. Its weekday-only government-building schedule makes this a timing-dependent city stop.

The 42nd-floor deck overlooks Albany, the Hudson, the Empire State Plaza, and the distant Adirondacks and Catskills. Its weekday-only government-building schedule makes this a timing-dependent city stop.

Hours, admission, and access change — confirm with the official source before you plan the detour.

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