Erastus Corning Tower, Albany

Name: Erastus Corning Tower
Address: 5 Empire State Plz, Albany, 12223-1500, United States
Telephone: +1 518-474-2418

#15 among attractions in Albany

Skyscraper, Architecture, Observation decks and towers

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Facts and practical information

The Erastus Corning Tower, also known as the Mayor Erastus Corning 2nd Tower or simply the Corning Tower, is a skyscraper located in downtown Albany, New York. Completed in 1973 and sided with Vermont Pearl marble and glass, the state office building is part of the Empire State Plaza. At 589 feet and 44 stories in height, it is the tallest skyscraper in the state of New York outside of New York City. Erastus Corning 2nd, the building's namesake, was the mayor of Albany for over 40 years from 1941 to 1983. The tower was dedicated to him in March 1983 during his hospitalization. Before that dedication, it was known as the "Tower Building". ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1973 (51 years ago)Floors: 42Coordinates: 42°38'56"N, 73°45'33"W

Address

5 Empire State PlzCapitol HillAlbany 12223-1500 United States

Contact

+1 518-474-2418

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Day trips

Erastus Corning Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: New York State Capitol, Times Union Center, Statue of Philip Schuyler, The Egg Building.

~1420 ftN
Grand government building
New York State Capitol, Albany
7 min walk • The New York State Capitol, located in the heart of Albany, is a stunning architectural masterpiece and a beacon of political life in the state. Completed in 1899 after a prolonged construction period that began in 1867, this grand edifice stands as a testament to the...
~1160 ftE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Times Union Center, Albany
6 min walk • The Times Union Center stands as a bustling hub of entertainment and sports in the heart of Albany, New York. This indoor arena, with its capacity to accommodate up to 17,500 spectators, has been a landmark of the city since its opening in 1990.
~1590 ftNE
Monuments and statues
Statue of Philip Schuyler, Albany
8 min walk • A statue of Philip Schuyler by J. Massey Rhind is installed outside Albany City Hall in Albany, New York, United States. The memorial is slated for removal, as of June 2020.
~620 ftN
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
The Egg Building, Albany
4 min walk • The Egg is a performing arts venue in Albany, New York. Named for its shape, the building was designed by Harrison & Abramovitz as part of the Empire State Plaza project, and built between 1966 and 1978. It is located in the northeast corner of the Plaza.
~820 ftNE
Monuments and statues
New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial, Albany
4 min walk • The New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Albany, New York is dedicated to the New York firefighters who have died in the line of duty. Governor of New York George Pataki officially dedicated the memorial on October 5, 1998. It features a 54-foot by 15-foot gray granite wall, with 2,312 names permanently etched into the stone.
~1620 ftNE
Romanesque architecture, City hall, Romanesque revival architecture
Albany City Hall, Albany
8 min walk • Albany City Hall is the seat of government of the city of Albany, New York, United States. It houses the office of the mayor, the Common Council chamber, the city and traffic courts, as well as other city services.
~730 ftW
State story told through exhibits and art
New York State Museum, Albany
4 min walk • The New York State Museum is a research-backed institution in Albany, New York, United States. It is located on Madison Avenue, attached to the south side of the Empire State Plaza, facing onto the plaza and towards the New York State Capitol.
~790 ftW
Skyscraper
Empire State Plaza, Albany
4 min walk • The Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza is a complex of several state government buildings in downtown Albany, New York. The complex was built between 1965 and 1976 at an estimated total cost of $2 billion.
~490 ftSW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Architecture
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Albany
3 min walk • The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception is a Roman Catholic church near the Mansion District in Albany, New York, United States. Built in the period of the 1848-1852, it is the mother church of the Diocese of Albany. In 1976 it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
~1380 ftNW
Church
Wilborn Temple First Church of God in Christ, Albany
7 min walk • Wilborn Temple First Church of God in Christ Inc. is a Pentecostal church in Albany, New York.
0.5 miN
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany
13 min walk • The Albany Institute of History & Art is a museum in Albany, New York, United States, "dedicated to collecting, preserving, interpreting and promoting interest in the history, art, and culture of Albany and the Upper Hudson Valley region". It is located on Washington Avenue in downtown Albany.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Erastus Corning Tower open?

Erastus Corning Tower is open:

Monday 10 am - 4 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Erastus Corning Tower?

Nearby attractions include Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Albany (3 min walk), Bleecker Park, Albany (4 min walk), The Egg Building, Albany (4 min walk), New York State Library, Albany (4 min walk).

How to get to Erastus Corning Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Erastus Corning Tower:

Bus

Madison Ave & Empire State Plaza • Lines: 224, 540 (3 min walk)
Core 1 • Lines: 224 (6 min walk)

Train

Albany-Rensselaer (27 min walk)