About Key Tower
At 289 meters (948 feet), the Key Tower in Cleveland is the tallest building in the city and one of the most striking skyscrapers in the United States. Completed in 1991 after three years of construction, the building on Public Square was designed by architect César Pelli. It rises 57 stories, which are used almost exclusively as office space. Architecturally, the tower stands out for its brown glass facade, which features a series of setbacks at different heights. The structural frame is made of reinforced concrete, and the building is topped by a pyramid-shaped roof that also has several setbacks.
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- Sight › Historic sites
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- Address
- 127 Public Square
44114 Cleveland, USA - District
- Downtown Cleveland
- Phone
- +12166870500
- Website
- keytowerohio.com
- warren.blazy@am.jll.com
- Coordinates
- 41.50099° N · -81.69382° E
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- Identifier
- ID ae2db43c-ef1…
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quick answersWhat is the Key Tower in Cleveland?
At 289 meters (948 feet), the Key Tower is the tallest building in Cleveland and one of the most distinctive skyscrapers in the United States. It stands at 127 Public Square in the Downtown Cleveland neighborhood. travelguide195 lists the Key Tower in the "Historic Sites" category.
Who designed the Key Tower in Cleveland, and when was it built?
The Key Tower in Cleveland was designed by architect César Pelli. After three years of construction, the skyscraper on Public Square was completed in 1991.
What does the architecture of the Key Tower look like?
The Key Tower in Cleveland stands out for its brown glass facade, which steps back several times at different heights. The structure is built of reinforced concrete, and the top is crowned by a pyramid-shaped roof that also features several setbacks. The tower's 57 floors are used almost exclusively as office space.
What can you see around the Key Tower in Cleveland?
Around the Key Tower on Public Square in Cleveland, several monuments and a museum are within walking distance. The Fountain of Eternal Life is about 105 meters (345 feet) away, the Cleveland Police Museum about 186 meters (610 feet), and the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument about 188 meters (617 feet).
Are there restaurants and tours near the Key Tower in Cleveland?
Yes, the area around the Key Tower in Downtown Cleveland offers plenty of dining options: travelguide195 lists around 140 restaurants within 500 meters (about 1,640 feet). The Key Tower is also part of the tour "Cleveland Compact: Art, Public Square and Rock 'n' Roll."
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The tallest building in Ohio, and second-tallest between New York City and Chicago for that matter, designed by Cesar Pelli.
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