Midtown
is really Empire State Building, Midtown, New York, New York
Real place, still recognisable
Real-world photo: Wikimedia Commons
How close does the game get to the real place?
In the game
The forest of skyscrapers in the middle of Manhattan, with the Empire State Building at its centre.
The real place
The Empire State Building opened in 1931 and was the world's tallest building for nearly forty years. In the game it is one of the photo landmarks, surrounded by a Midtown that is close to the real one, with a few Marvel additions such as Avengers Tower.
Visiting
The 86th-floor open-air deck is the classic view; the 102nd floor is higher but enclosed. Go at opening time or late in the evening to avoid the longest queues.
Empire State Building is also in Grand Theft Auto IV. See all 2 games side by side
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