Here Are the 20 Most Beautiful Skylines in America

Thrillist offers its take on the nation's skyscraper-dotted scenes

By Jenn Gidman, Newser Staff

Posted Nov 27, 2022 6:42 AM CST

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Here Are the 20 Most Beautiful Skylines in America — The skyline of St. Louis, Missouri. (Getty Images/f11photo)

Whether you're gazing upon famous landmarks like the Empire State Building and St. Louis' Gateway Arch, or a Minneapolis scene straight out of Fargo, America's skylines offer eye candy that are a testament to the architects and builders who've erected our nation's most notable buildings. Thrillist looks at cities with high-rises, monuments, and other super-tall structures across the US that repeatedly take viewers' breath away when seen from afar, with some well-known entries and perhaps some surprises:

Atlanta
Boston
Chicago
Cincinnati
Dallas
Honolulu
Houston
Las Vegas
Los Angeles
Miami
Minneapolis
Nashville
New York
Philadelphia
Pittsburgh
San Diego
San Francisco
Seattle
St. Louis
Washington, DC

Check out Thrillist's list here to read more about each city's unique architectural gems. (Read more US cities stories.)