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What's included

Tickets for the Empire State Building 102nd-floor observation deck
Access to the 86th-floor observation deck
Access to the 2nd-floor immersive exhibits

Important information

Glass items, weapons, monopods, and tripods are not allowed inside.
  • Ascend to the observatory decks of the 86th and 102nd floor by glass elevator
  • Chart the tower's history with interactive exhibits about this NYC staple
  • Absorb the panoramic views of Manhattan, Central Park and the Statue of Liberty

Once you scale the Empire State Building by a translucent glass elevator, you'll see why the big fuss over the Big Apple is absolutely justified.

Get unobstructed panoramic views of twinkling Manhattan, lush Central Park, and Lady Liberty herself out in the bay from the 86th-floor observation deck.

Continue your journey upwards with coveted Empire State Building 102nd floor tickets to visit the top deck observatory for a once-in-a-lifetime view you have to see to believe. From this vantage point, you get true 360° views thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows on all sides that allow you to gaze up to 80 miles – far enough to see six neighboring states from a single vantage point.

While the views from above cannot be beaten, don't forget to explore the interactive and immersive exhibits on the ground floor to explain the people behind the world's most famous building.

  • Show your smartphone ticket for your selected date and time at the entrance
  • All visitors are required to go through a security check
Empire State Building - Day Entry
Tuesday 13:00 - 19:00
Wednesday 13:00 - 19:00
Thursday 13:00 - 19:00
Friday 13:00 - 19:00
Saturday 13:00 - 19:00
Sunday 13:00 - 19:00
Monday 13:00 - 19:00
ESB - General Hours
Tuesday 10:00 - 00:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 00:00
Thursday 10:00 - 00:00
Friday 10:00 - 00:00
Saturday 10:00 - 00:00
Sunday 10:00 - 00:00
Monday 10:00 - 00:00
Empire State Building - Night Entry
Tuesday 19:00 - 22:00
Wednesday 19:00 - 22:00
Thursday 19:00 - 22:00
Friday 19:00 - 22:00
Saturday 19:00 - 22:00
Sunday 19:00 - 22:00
Monday 19:00 - 22:00
Empire State Building
20 West 34th Street, 10001, New York
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  • Rescheduling is not possible for this ticket.

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3 reviews
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Russell,  United Kingdom United Kingdom
16 Mar 2024
Excellent
Great experience smooth throughout the visit. Lovely staff.
Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observatories
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Cathleen ,  United States United States
08 Dec 2023
Excellent
The only way to go! Straight to the top. Fabulous.
Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observatories
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A,  United Kingdom United Kingdom
12 Dec 2023
Excellent
Really good, had fun can't fault staff, very helpful and friendly
Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observatories