Flatiron Building
Flatiron Building
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This Daniel Burnham design got its moniker because, as you might guess, it resembles an iron.
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Neighbourhood: Flatiron District
Offering many of city’s best restaurants and shops set amid classic New York architecture, the Flatiron District is no longer under the tourist radar. At 23rd Street is the famous triangular Flatiron Building, which makes a good picture no matter what angle you photograph it from. Be sure to look up at the elegant architecture as you stroll the streets- much of this neighborhood is part of a historic district that was home to many of the city’s most famous department stores at the turn of the century. At the northern end of the neighbourhood, Madison Square Park is best known for being the home of a famous burger shack, but it can also be a quiet refuge to spend an afternoon, and it frequently hosts interesting public art exhibits. In the lower part of the Flatiron District you'll find Union Square, a bustling crossroads at all times of day and night.
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- 23rd St • 1 min walk
- 23rd St • 5 min walk
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- TheCityBreakers194 contributionsBeautiful buildingA very special and iconic building in Manhattan, which never fails to impressed. We stayed nearby on this visit and it was a joy to see the warm stone of this beautiful building everyday. Actually looks better at night at the moment as there is some netting and scaffolding which is less visible at night.Visited September 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 17 September 2023
- therichastillStevenage, United Kingdom3,232 contributionsScaffold CladI was visiting New York City in October 2023 and the Flat Iron Building was one of the places I wanted to check out whilst I was in the area. Sadly when I got there I discovered that it is under renovation and it was completely covered in scaffolding. I could still make out parts of the building and its striking shape but I could not get any good pictures which I was a little disappointed about. It is in a nice area with a park nearby with plenty of places to sit and admire the passing activity and the architecture. Hopefully soon it will be back to its former glory.Visited October 2023Travelled soloWritten 9 December 2023
- kfsvc78Springfield, Illinois114 contributionsIt’s ok.One of New York icon building. Mostly walk around the neighborhood. Flatiron district I was here when it was a bit cold. Looks like place is hopping during spring-fall. It’s ok another budget friendly sight seeing place to go.Visited January 2024Travelled soloWritten 1 February 2024
- HgtravlMarlton, New Jersey2,953 contributionsIconicBeautiful & historic district in NYC! The Flatiron building is really amazing to see in person. As of Feb 2024 there appears to be work on the building with scaffolding on the sides. Still a beautiful view as well as many other iconic historical buildings all within a couple blocks to check out!Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 2 March 2024
- RazzyBthefirstMacclesfield, United Kingdom1,503 contributionsNice area, great buildingNever really taken a good luck at this incredible building before. There's a small park at the thin end of the iron and we sat there in admiration. We got talking with a big guy smoking a cigar who used to be a guide and he pointed out all the famous people's 'houses' in the area. I won't specify but one was the second richest man in the world. Nice area to stroll around.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 19 March 2024
- DAROHATHCairns, Australia1,280 contributionsIconic building, but be aware, it’s currently covered in scaffoldIt’s an iconic building and one that I wanted to see in the city. It’s still worth it, just be aware it’s currently covered in scaffold. The small park at the narrow end has a nice aspect and is a great spot for people watching. Dog watching too, as it has a couple of fenced off leash dog areas.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 8 April 2024
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Staines, UK798 contributions
Jul 2020
The flat-iron building was born long before Empire State and all other famous buildings even existed. In a city known for skyscrapers, its quite a unique design. What it lacks in height, it makes up big times in other areas. All tall buildings in NY are very easy to overlook even you're standing right in front of them but this one you can't miss because of its folded iron board shape. It has also proven to be very stable and aerodynamic despite its thin folded sandwich shape.
Written 18 January 2021
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natters14
Portsmouth, UK3,331 contributions
Feb 2023 • Solo
This was my 8th visit to New York City - my last was 19 years ago - and the Flatiron has always been a favourite of mine so I was so excited to see it again.
During the evening, I actually walked past it as it’s shrouded in scaffolding so was almost unrecognisable! During the day - and on a beautifully sunny, crisp wintry day, I sat on a park bench and admired it (obviously still sadly under scaffolding!)
Well worth a visit to admire the iconic structure and as it’s in a great and convenient location.
During the evening, I actually walked past it as it’s shrouded in scaffolding so was almost unrecognisable! During the day - and on a beautifully sunny, crisp wintry day, I sat on a park bench and admired it (obviously still sadly under scaffolding!)
Well worth a visit to admire the iconic structure and as it’s in a great and convenient location.
Written 10 April 2023
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therichastill
Stevenage, UK3,232 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
I was visiting New York City in October 2023 and the Flat Iron Building was one of the places I wanted to check out whilst I was in the area.
Sadly when I got there I discovered that it is under renovation and it was completely covered in scaffolding. I could still make out parts of the building and its striking shape but I could not get any good pictures which I was a little disappointed about.
It is in a nice area with a park nearby with plenty of places to sit and admire the passing activity and the architecture.
Hopefully soon it will be back to its former glory.
Sadly when I got there I discovered that it is under renovation and it was completely covered in scaffolding. I could still make out parts of the building and its striking shape but I could not get any good pictures which I was a little disappointed about.
It is in a nice area with a park nearby with plenty of places to sit and admire the passing activity and the architecture.
Hopefully soon it will be back to its former glory.
Written 9 December 2023
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TheCityBreakers
Lancashire194 contributions
Sept 2023 • Friends
A very special and iconic building in Manhattan, which never fails to impressed. We stayed nearby on this visit and it was a joy to see the warm stone of this beautiful building everyday. Actually looks better at night at the moment as there is some netting and scaffolding which is less visible at night.
Written 17 September 2023
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Hgtravl
Marlton, NJ2,953 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
Beautiful & historic district in NYC! The Flatiron building is really amazing to see in person. As of Feb 2024 there appears to be work on the building with scaffolding on the sides. Still a beautiful view as well as many other iconic historical buildings all within a couple blocks to check out!
Written 2 March 2024
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The Trusty Trip Gal!
England, UK243 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
This was one of New York’s landmarks I was quite excited about seeing in real life.
I was walking down the street and was actually looking around for it until I double checked my maps and I looked up and half of it was covered in scaffolding and netting! I know it can’t be helped but I was very disappointed.
I actually didn’t think it looked as bold and impressive as it does in the movies or on photographs. It seemed more dull in real life.
Would love to see it without scaffolding on.
I was walking down the street and was actually looking around for it until I double checked my maps and I looked up and half of it was covered in scaffolding and netting! I know it can’t be helped but I was very disappointed.
I actually didn’t think it looked as bold and impressive as it does in the movies or on photographs. It seemed more dull in real life.
Would love to see it without scaffolding on.
Written 17 October 2023
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Scott L
St. John's, Canada345 contributions
Dec 2019
This is an interesting stop. If you are into cultural icons, then this is a must stop. I did Dakota, Friends, Marilyn Monroe stops and this was one of mine. But, if you do not find stopping at some landmark sites interesting, then this is not for you. I have seen this building more times than I care to count in tv and movie, so I knew I had to stop here and check it out and take a couple pics. If you are more content to just seeing it on the television, then this is probably not for you. But, because I enjoy historical and cultural places, I knew I was making this short walk south of Times Square. Awesome spot and lots of places to take pictures. Really cool. Really enjoyed it.
Written 1 January 2020
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DAROHATH
Cairns, Australia1,280 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
It’s an iconic building and one that I wanted to see in the city. It’s still worth it, just be aware it’s currently covered in scaffold. The small park at the narrow end has a nice aspect and is a great spot for people watching. Dog watching too, as it has a couple of fenced off leash dog areas.
Written 8 April 2024
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RazzyBthefirst
Macclesfield, UK1,503 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
Never really taken a good luck at this incredible building before. There's a small park at the thin end of the iron and we sat there in admiration. We got talking with a big guy smoking a cigar who used to be a guide and he pointed out all the famous people's 'houses' in the area. I won't specify but one was the second richest man in the world. Nice area to stroll around.
Written 19 March 2024
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soinic
Lux.2,751 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
The whole building is hidden behind a scaffolding!! And also very severe road construction work is going on!
You couldn't visit the Flatiron anyway, but now (May 2024) you can't even take a decent picture!
Don't go out of your way to visit this landmark ... it will hopefully be nice (again) to look at after renovation?!
You couldn't visit the Flatiron anyway, but now (May 2024) you can't even take a decent picture!
Don't go out of your way to visit this landmark ... it will hopefully be nice (again) to look at after renovation?!
Written 4 May 2024
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bonjour est ce qu'il a encore un échaffaudage
Written 24 February 2020
Hola no sabría decirte en agosto del 2019 si , saludos !!!
Written 28 February 2020
Ciao,quando ci siamo andati non ho visto lavori di ristrutturazione,però noi abbiamo visto solo l'esterno.
Saluti
Written 22 December 2019
From Jefferson st, I need to get into L train till 14 St union square, get down, take N train and get down at 23rd St to reach Flatiron right???
Written 1 April 2019
The building comprises of shops - lower floor and office upper floors so unless you ar going on business or find a friendly business owner highly unlikely - but still the best views are on the outside.
Written 29 November 2016
Too many to count unless you are a window cleaner
But if you have the time to count them let me know
Written 6 April 2016
Was not around long enough to count them all...:)
Written 7 April 2016
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