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Tickets to the Empire State Building Observatory

4.8/5
23 reviews

You'll begin your visit with immersive museum galleries that bring the building's story to life, from its innovative construction and Art Deco design to its current place in pop culture, all before you step outside.

Head up to the 86th Floor Observation Deck, an open-air experience in the heart of Manhattan with sweeping 360-degree views. From Central Park to the Brooklyn Bridge, you'll see the city's most famous landmarks from a perspective unlike any other.

For an even more elevated experience, upgrade to the 102nd Floor Observation Deck. Recently reimagined with floor-to-ceiling windows, it offers stunning views with visibility up to 80 miles on a clear day.

Short on time? You can choose an Express Ticket option for priority access and the fastest way to the top.

Whether it's your first time or your tenth, the Empire State Building connects you to the energy, history and ambition that make New York City unforgettable.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: New York
Validity: Flexible
Language:English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Korean
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation

Why you’ll love this…

  • You'll explore immersive museum galleries showcasing the building's innovative construction, Art Deco design and pop culture legacy
  • The 86th Floor Observation Deck offers open-air, 360-degree views of Manhattan's most famous landmarks from Central Park to Brooklyn Bridge
  • There's an option to upgrade to the 102nd Floor with floor-to-ceiling windows and visibility up to 80 miles on clear days

Important to know

Accessibility:

  • The venue is wheelchair accessible and fully ADA compliant. Service dogs, motorised and non-motorised wheelchairs are permitted

Not allowed:

  • All weapons are prohibited, including firearms, ammunition, knives, swords, scissors, mace, any dangerous items, and any dual-use items that could be dangerous
  • The following items are prohibited: glass items, including bottles, glasses, marbles, alcoholic beverages, cans, bottles, flasks, professional cameras, equipment and camera stands: monopods, bipods, tripod, sports equipment such as skateboards, roller skates, golf clubs, baseball bats, hockey sticks, baseballs, footballs, tennis balls, costumes, masks, etc
  • Do not bring musical or marking instruments, including spray paint and markers
  • Large packages, suitcases, carry-on luggage and other such parcels are prohibited

Know in advance:

  • You'll receive your tickets instantly after purchase
  • For the best experience, visit two hours after the Observatory opening time
  • Express Pass tickets allow guests to go straight to the Observatory
  • Children aged 0-5 join for free
  • There are no locker storage facilities for personal belongings
  • All visitors will be subject to airport-style security screening
  • Any questions and uncertainties should be referred to the Security Officers on duty
  • Free, high-speed Wi-Fi is available
  • Signage and app is available in nine languages: English, Spanish, French, Italian, Mandarin, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean and German

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Entrance ticket
  • Downloadable APP

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Empire State Building, 20 West 34th Street, New York, NY 10001, USA

Meeting point:

Reach the venue by your own and start your visit.


What people say about this experience

4.8/5

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Based on 23 reviews


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    Sophie

    Travelled with family


    23 January 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    The experience was great and it started snowing as we got to the 86th floor so it was absolutely magical! I wouldn't say there is anything to improve on this excursion, I would just advise adding into the ticket how early to arrive at the building before the excursion time as it didn't specify.

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    Karen

    Travelled as a couple


    13 May 2025
    5

    United Kingdom

    Definitely worth paying for the skip the line service It allowed us to walk straight right through to the observation deck and saved 2 hours in line

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    17 November 2025
    5

    United Kingdom

    We were very lucky the Weather was clear, it can be disappointing if cloud cover spoils the view, but when at the 86th Floor it is a breathtaking view of the City.

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    27 July 2025
    5

    United States

    express tickets were worth it!

  • A

    Andreas Niesel-Meltze

    Travelled with family


    31 December 2025
    5

    Germany

    Absolut empfehlenswert. Super Museum, unbedingt 86 und 102 Etage mit Eintritt ohne Warten buchen.

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    Peter

    Travelled as a couple


    30 August 2025
    5

    Germany

    Super Aussicht über die gesamte Stadt.