8. Empire State Building - New York City, United States
There's a similar problem with the idea of going to the top of the Empire State Building. It's an incredibly important part of the New York City landscape, and was the world's tallest building for about forty years in the middle part of the 20th century. But when you take that away, it's just a way to look at the city from above. And it's really expensive and crowded. You'll spend $50 to take an elevator to the top floor, look out, and see New York City (sans the iconic Empire State Building, of course). If you're seriously jonesing for the perfect New York City shot, head over to Rockefeller Center instead. There you can go to the Top of the Rock, which gives you a much better view at a fraction of the price. If you're there in winter, you can brave the crowds and go skating in their famous ice rink, and then look at the giant Christmas tree they set up every year. If you're there any other time of year, you can also take the NBC tour and hope to see a celebrity on their way to set.