Olympic Tower, New York City

Name: Olympic Tower
Address: New York City, United States

#667 among attractions in New York City

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Olympic Tower is a 51-story, 620 ft-tall building at 641 and 645 Fifth Avenue, between 51st and 52nd Streets, in the Midtown Manhattan neighborhood of New York City. Designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, the mixed-use development contains condominium apartments, office space, and retail shops. The tower is named after Olympic Airlines, whose president Aristotle Onassis jointly developed the tower with the Arlen Realty and Development Corporation between 1971 and 1974. It was the first skyscraper to be constructed within a special zoning district to encourage retail and mixed-use development along Fifth Avenue. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 40°45'33"N, 73°58'34"W

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Midtown Manhattan (Midtown East)New York City United States

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Olympic Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of Modern Art, Rockefeller Center, Saks Fifth Avenue, Radio City Music Hall.

~1010 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Museum of Modern Art, New York City
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of New York City, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) stands as a sanctuary of creativity and innovation. Established in 1929, this illustrious institution is dedicated to being the foremost museum of modern art in the world.
~790 ftW
Iconic Midtown business complex
Rockefeller Center, New York City
4 min walk • Rockefeller Center, an iconic landmark in the heart of New York City, encapsulates the vibrancy and dynamism of urban life. Known primarily as a sprawling shopping center, this complex of 19 commercial buildings is much more than a mere retail destination.
~510 ftSW
Shopping, Department store, Postmodern architecture
Saks Fifth Avenue, New York City
3 min walk • Saks Fifth Avenue is an emblem of luxury and fashion, nestled in the heart of New York City. This iconic department store, founded by Andrew Saks in 1867, is situated at 611 Fifth Avenue, one of the most prestigious shopping streets in the world.
~940 ftW
Legendary theater, home of the Rockettes
Radio City Music Hall, New York City
5 min walk • Radio City Music Hall stands as an iconic entertainment venue in the heart of New York City. Known as the "Showplace of the Nation," this theater has been captivating audiences with its unique blend of art deco style and modern production since its opening in 1932.
~700 ftW
Massive, iconic Christmas tree
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, New York City
4 min walk • In the heart of New York City, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree stands as an iconic beacon of holiday cheer. This majestic tree, a beloved tourist attraction, is not only a symbol of Christmas in the Big Apple but also a testament to the city's capacity for wonder...
~240 ftS
Iconic church with storied history
St. Patrick's Cathedral, New York City
2 min walk • St. Patrick's Cathedral stands as a beacon of spiritual grace amidst the bustling streets of New York City, New York. This majestic cathedral, an embodiment of neo-Gothic architecture, has been a cornerstone of faith and history since its cornerstone was laid in 1858.
~590 ftN
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Richard Upjohn
Saint Thomas Church, New York City
3 min walk • Saint Thomas Church is an Episcopal parish church of the Episcopal Diocese of New York located at 53rd Street and Fifth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, New York City.
~800 ftE
Art museum, Museum, Building
Lever House, New York City
4 min walk • Lever House is a glass-box skyscraper at 390 Park Avenue in the Midtown Manhattan neighborhood of New York City. The building was designed in the International Style by Gordon Bunshaft and Natalie de Blois of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill as the headquarters of soap company Lever Brothers, a subsidiary of Unilever.
~700 ftW
Ice rink
The Rink at Rockefeller Center, New York City
4 min walk • 1 Rockefeller Plaza is a 36-story building located on the east side of Rockefeller Plaza between 48th and 49th Streets in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Completed in 1937, the tower is part of Rockefeller Center, which was built in the Art Deco style.
~350 ftW
Monuments and statues
Atlas Statue, New York City
2 min walk • Atlas is a bronze statue in Rockefeller Center, within the International Building's courtyard, in Midtown Manhattan in New York City. It is across Fifth Avenue from St. Patrick's Cathedral. The sculpture depicts the ancient Greek Titan Atlas holding the heavens on his shoulders.
~820 ftSW
Beaux-Arts architecture
Charles Scribner's Sons Building, New York City
4 min walk • The Charles Scribner's Sons Building, also known as 597 Fifth Avenue, is a commercial structure in the Midtown Manhattan neighborhood of New York City, on Fifth Avenue between 48th and 49th Streets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Olympic Tower?

Nearby attractions include Versace, New York City (1 min walk), St. Patrick's Cathedral, New York City (2 min walk), Austrian Cultural Forum New York, New York City (2 min walk), International Building, New York City (2 min walk).

How to get to Olympic Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Olympic Tower:

Bus

East 50th Street/5th Avenue • Lines: M50 (2 min walk)
Madison Avenue & East 52nd Street • Lines: Q32 (3 min walk)

Metro

53rd Street–5th Avenue • Lines: E, M (3 min walk)
51st Street • Lines: <6>, 4, 6 (7 min walk)

Train

Grand Central Terminal (12 min walk)
New York Penn Station (28 min walk)