Flatiron Building

Stop on Best of New York City in 24 Hours, a free self-guided tour.

One of the most photographed buildings in the world, the Flatiron Building is a stunning triangular skyscraper that has defined its neighborhood since 1902. Designed by Daniel Burnham in a French Renaissance Beaux-Arts style, the building's dramatic 87-meter wedge shape � just 6.5 feet wide at its narrowest point � was an architectural marvel of its era and remains visually astonishing today. The surrounding Flatiron District is one of Manhattan's most vibrant neighborhoods, with excellent restaurants, boutiques, and the nearby Madison Square Park. The building's exterior has been beautifully restored and it is best photographed from the small triangular plaza to the south, which frames the building perfectly against the sky.