• A collage of photos showcasing the Empire State Building, interiors, and visitors enjoying the experience.
  • Empire State Building at dusk, cityscape with colorful sky and other buildings.
  • Cityscape at twilight, featuring numerous illuminated skyscrapers, with a colorful sunset.
  • Man in an elevator exhibit. Red walls, ornate gate, and city backdrop.
  • Hallway with large windows, shiny floor, cityscape views. Modern, metallic ceiling art, and graphic displays.
  • Aerial view of a sprawling cityscape under a clear blue sky. Manhattan's skyscrapers dominate, with water visible in the distance.
  • Man interacting with interactive displays in a dark exhibit hall; each display shows glowing artwork and text.
  • King Kong atop a skyscraper being attacked by airplanes. Black and white illustration.
  • Empire State Building at sunset, surrounded by NYC skyline. Soft orange and purple hues.
  • Binoculars on a high vantage point overlooking the cityscape, framed by a metal fence.
  • Night view of New York City skyline with Empire State Building and One World Trade Center illuminated, with a crescent moon.
  • Man taking photo of two statues and a woman in museum exhibit.
  • New York City skyline at sunset, illuminated by golden light.
  • Nighttime cityscape, brightly lit skyscrapers and buildings.
  • Person using a coin-operated viewer on a skyscraper, overlooking a city, bright sunlight.
  • People interacting with King Kong statue, inside a building. Two people hold hands, one on the statue's hand.

NYC: Empire State Building Observation Deck Tickets

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1 hour

Description

Highlights


  • Enjoy the only outdoor deck with 360-degree unobstructed views of New York City
  • Stay cozy on cold days with heaters on the outdoor observatory
  • Take in views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, the Statue of Liberty & more
  • Experience fun interactive exhibits and immersive galleries on the 2nd Floor
  • Admire the iconic Art Deco 5th Avenue lobby

Purchase a timed ticket to the 86th-floor outdoor observation deck of the Empire State Building and a fun and informative interactive museum on the 2nd Floor.  More than a spectacular view - the Empire State Building is the most Instagrammed landmark in the USA.


The 86th Floor Observation Deck is the highest 360-degree open-air observatory in New York, giving magnificent views of New York City and beyond. It is also equipped with heaters to keep the cold at bay.


Your ticket also includes the Grand Staircase (with a two-story architectural model of the building) and recently renovated interactive galleries that take you on an incredible journey from the building’s construction to its current place in pop culture.


There are also fun interactive multimedia experiences. Scan the various QR codes on site to see videos, image galleries, quizzes, and maps showing nearby points of interest.


Be sure to see the building's iconic Art Deco Fifth Avenue lobby as you exit this remarkable building.


  • What's Included?

    • Timed entry ticket to the Empire State Building
    • Access to the 86th Floor Observation Deck,
    • Interactive immersive galleries on the 2nd floor
    • A 2-story architectural model of the building
    • Art Deco Lobby
    • Free WiFi in the building
    • Booking fees and sales tax

  • Exclusions

    Lockers or storage facilities

  • Please note

    • Free entry for children under 6 years old
    • All signage, audio, and exhibits are available in nine languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Korean
    • All guests must pass through airport-style security to access the Observatory. Please avoid glass items, sports equipment, marking instruments (paint/markers), and any packages/luggage
    • For the best experience, we recommend visiting two hours after opening time
    • The Empire State Building is fully ADA compliant and is wheelchair accessible. Service dogs, motorized and non-motorized wheelchairs are permitted

  • What do I need to bring?

    • Weather-appropriate clothing for the outside observation deck
    • A fully charged camera or phone for photos or videos

  • Itinerary

    Empire State Building

  • Meeting Points

    You can start this experience at the following places.


    Observatory Entrance to the Empire State Building

    West 34th Street 20, 10118 New York, US 

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