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A New York City skyscraper and luxury residence. An iconic Fifth Avenue skyscraper with a five‑story atrium and a 60‑foot waterfall, blending boutiques, restaurants, and residences.
Description:
The Apprentice. A mixed‑use, ~202 m Fifth Avenue tower by architect Der Scutt housing the Trump Organization HQ, retail, offices, and condominiums; it was built on the former Bonwit Teller flagship site and became a Midtown icon. The interior centers on a privately owned public atrium with shops and dining, with residences on upper floors; in the 2000s it gained additional fame as a filming location for The Apprentice.
Facts:
Height 664 ft (202 m), 58 floors, 34 elevators; three restaurants and one bar in the complex; top labeled “68” for marketing; notable five‑story atrium with a 60‑ft waterfall; construction cost about $300 million; official address 721–725 Fifth Avenue.
Significance:
A cultural‑commercial landmark of national significance, emblematic of Midtown luxury retail and architecture; no formal international heritage protections.
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photograph interior and facade
grab coffee in the atrium
have lunch
relax and people‑watch
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911
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Safety:
Generally safe with heavy patrols; occasional closures and crowds during events; mind belongings and follow security guidance.
Clothing:
Comfortable city shoes; light clothing in summer, warm layers and wind protection in winter; light jacket in shoulder seasons.
Climate:
Humid temperate: hot humid summers, cool winters, mild breezy shoulder seasons.
Tips:
Come on weekday mornings for a calmer visit; there is no observation deck; pair the stop with nearby Tiffany & Co. and Central Park; use the subway as parking is scarce and expensive.
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