In nice weather, the Channel Gardens, so called because they lie in the space between La Maison Francaise and the British Empire Building, is a good place to sit and relax for a few moments. Join the office workers catching a few rays of sun on the benches throughout the gardens and watch the throng of tourists and shoppers passing by. The area is always attractively decorated, even in the midst of winter you will find something pretty to look at in the gardens here. There is also a good selection of shops selling everything from Japanese books, Italian leather goods and even Russian folk art.

Sculptor Lee Lawrie contributed a number of friezes in and around the complex including the statue of Atlas (pictured).

One of the benefits for people who work at Rockefeller Centre is the series of underground corridors that connect the complex's 14 main buildings. These tunnels, known officially as the Underground Concourse, and referred to by others as the Catacombs, provide access to the nearby subway lines as well as to fast food and other dining establishments, cards stores, clothing boutiques and a myriad of other shops and services.

The Rockefeller Centre is busiest during the winter holidays, when crowds flock to see the Christmas Show at Radio City Music Hall and then to skate and admire the Christmas tree. But it is well worth  a visit at other times of the year, since there is always plenty to see and do.