A good city view can be hard to come by.
Iconic buildings such as New York City's Empire State Building and Paris' Eiffel Tower attract long lines of tourists and often have high prices.
Most big cities though have other options for breathtaking skyline views.
From Taipei to Toronto, we've rounded up 15 lesser-known places where you can catch an unparalleled glimpse of the city.
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The Empire State Building is known as the place for the best views of New York City's skyline. However, when you see the city from there, you miss out on seeing the iconic building itself as part of the view. Try the Top of the Rock observation deck at Rockefeller Center instead; tickets are slightly cheaper, the lines will most likely be shorter, and you'll still get a spectacular view from 70 floors up.
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When tourists think of Paris, they usually think of the Eiffel Tower for breathtaking views. But those looking for a little less crowded of an experience should try Parc de Belleville, Paris' highest garden and one of the few remaining vineyards in the city. There are multiple lookouts here that provide sweeping views of the city of lights from a more natural setting.
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Rising high above the rest of Toronto's skyline, the CN Tower is a popular spot to catch a glimpse of the skyline. For a much cheaper view though, head to Polson Pier, which sits along the shores of Toronto's harbor. It's a favorite among photographers because of the picture-perfect waterfront view it provides.
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