Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
CITY HALL
Subway J, Z to Chambers St; R to City Hall; #2, #3 to Park Place; #4, #5, #6 to Brooklyn Bridge-City
Hall.
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At the north end of City Hall Park sits graceful
City Hall
, completed in 1812. It's the oldest
city hall in the US to retain its original government function; inside is the mayor's office and
city council. The sumptuous interior can be seen on free prearranged tours via the Art Com-
mission (Thurs 10am; 1hr; 212 788 2656,
www.nyc.gov
)
or by just signing up for the
public tours (Wed noon) at the tourist kiosk opposite the Woolworth Building.
THE WOOLWORTH BUILDING
233 Broadway between Barclay St and Park Place. Subway R to City Hall; #2, #3 to Park Place; #4, #5, #6 to
Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall. Closed to the public.
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The world's tallest skyscraper until 1930, the
Woolworth Building
(792ft) exudes money,
ornament and prestige. The soaring, graceful lines of Cass Gilbert's 1913 “Cathedral of
Commerce” are fringed with Gothic-style gargoyles and elaborate decorations. Sadly, the
ornate lobby is now closed to sightseers.
