Believe it or not, Santa Claus has never officially visited the Empire State Building. That's all going to change this year when he takes over his own decorated corner on the 80th floor of the landmark building from 11am to 2pm on December 4 and December 11.

British Prime Minister Liz Truss speaks to the media at the Empire State building in New York.

If running a marathon sounds like an impossible mission but you're still looking to test your athletic boundaries, the Empire State Building Run-Up might be for you.

The Empire State Building, which quickly achieved iconic status after it was opened in 1931, features breathtaking views of Manhattan and beyond from observatories on its 86th and 102nd floors.