Empire State Building
Discover the Empire State Building, NYC’s #1 attraction and a global icon. Soaring 1,454 feet, this Art Deco landmark offers breathtaking 360° views from the 86th Floor Observatory and floor-to-ceiling vistas from the 102nd. A must-visit for photos, family fun, and unforgettable bucket-list moments.
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The Empire State Building is an iconic symbol and the top attraction in New York City, rising 1,050 feet with panoramic 360-degree views. On clear days, visitors can see up to 80 miles and observe six neighboring states.
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Experience the skyline legends as you take in breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Times Square, and other landmarks from the “World’s Most Famous Building.”
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History comes alive through immersive exhibits on the second and 80th floors, where you’ll discover the building’s history, groundbreaking engineering, and its role in pop culture.
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Go even higher with a ticket that includes access to the 102nd Floor Observatory, which offers unmatched views through floor-to-ceiling glass windows.
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Fun Fact: This Art Deco marvel, originally designed to be the world’s first 100-story building, was completed in just one year and 45 days.
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The Empire State Building is an iconic symbol and the top attraction in New York City, rising 1,050 feet with panoramic 360-degree views. On clear days, visitors can see up to 80 miles and observe six neighboring states.
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Experience the skyline legends as you take in breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Times Square, and other landmarks from the “World’s Most Famous Building.”
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History comes alive through immersive exhibits on the second and 80th floors, where you’ll discover the building’s history, groundbreaking engineering, and its role in pop culture.
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Go even higher with a ticket that includes access to the 102nd Floor Observatory, which offers unmatched views through floor-to-ceiling glass windows.
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Fun Fact: This Art Deco marvel, originally designed to be the world’s first 100-story building, was completed in just one year and 45 days.
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Start your experience with a spectacular multimedia journey through Hudson Yards’ history before soaring up to Edge NYC in a sky pod elevator.
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Behold an unparalleled perspective of the entire borough of Manhattan and its breathtaking skyline from 1,100 feet up in the air.
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Feel your pulse race as you explore the cutting-edge design with its angled glass wall, glass floor, and picturesque skyline steps.
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Upgrade to the Flex Pass for anytime access or the Express Pass, which allows you to skip the line and enter anytime.
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Fun Fact: The elevator ride to Edge takes only 52 seconds!
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Start your experience with a spectacular multimedia journey through Hudson Yards’ history before soaring up to Edge NYC in a sky pod elevator.
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Behold an unparalleled perspective of the entire borough of Manhattan and its breathtaking skyline from 1,100 feet up in the air.
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Feel your pulse race as you explore the cutting-edge design with its angled glass wall, glass floor, and picturesque skyline steps.
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Upgrade to the Flex Pass for anytime access or the Express Pass, which allows you to skip the line and enter anytime.
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Fun Fact: The elevator ride to Edge takes only 52 seconds!
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Skip all lines and feel like a VIP as you enjoy red-carpet treatment to the 86th Floor Observatory with Express Entry.
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Take in the best views in NYC with 360° panoramic sights of the Manhattan skyline, from Central Park to the Statue of Liberty, and use powerful viewfinders for an even closer look.
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Capture unmissable photo opportunities from the city’s most iconic observation deck, ranked the #1 top attraction in New York City.
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Make your visit interactive and immersive by scanning QR codes to unlock exclusive stories while enjoying free Wi-Fi throughout the building.
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Discover an icon as you learn about the Empire State Building’s Art Deco design, construction marvels, and enduring pop culture legacy through engaging exhibits.
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Upgrade your experience with the exclusive Sunrise Experience, complete with Starbucks Reserve coffee and pastries, or ascend to the 102nd Floor Observatory for unmatched floor-to-ceiling views across six states.
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Skip all lines and feel like a VIP as you enjoy red-carpet treatment to the 86th Floor Observatory with Express Entry.
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Take in the best views in NYC with 360° panoramic sights of the Manhattan skyline, from Central Park to the Statue of Liberty, and use powerful viewfinders for an even closer look.
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Capture unmissable photo opportunities from the city’s most iconic observation deck, ranked the #1 top attraction in New York City.
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Make your visit interactive and immersive by scanning QR codes to unlock exclusive stories while enjoying free Wi-Fi throughout the building.
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Discover an icon as you learn about the Empire State Building’s Art Deco design, construction marvels, and enduring pop culture legacy through engaging exhibits.
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Upgrade your experience with the exclusive Sunrise Experience, complete with Starbucks Reserve coffee and pastries, or ascend to the 102nd Floor Observatory for unmatched floor-to-ceiling views across six states.
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Check out two of NYC’s most iconic observatories with one ticket—SUMMIT One Vanderbilt and the Empire State Building.
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At SUMMIT, explore immersive art installations like Air and Levitation, with 360° skyline views from 1,100 feet above Manhattan.
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Visit the Empire State Building’s 86th-floor open-air deck and 80th-floor museum exhibits, perfect for classic skyline views and history buffs.
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See the timeless elegance of the Empire State Building’s 86th-floor deck and the futuristic design of SUMMIT’s immersive, multi-level observatory that are just a 10-min walk apart for a value-packed, time-saving experience.
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This combo offers timed entry to both the decks, making it easy to fit it into your schedule.
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Check out two of NYC’s most iconic observatories with one ticket—SUMMIT One Vanderbilt and the Empire State Building.
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At SUMMIT, explore immersive art installations like Air and Levitation, with 360° skyline views from 1,100 feet above Manhattan.
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Visit the Empire State Building’s 86th-floor open-air deck and 80th-floor museum exhibits, perfect for classic skyline views and history buffs.
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See the timeless elegance of the Empire State Building’s 86th-floor deck and the futuristic design of SUMMIT’s immersive, multi-level observatory that are just a 10-min walk apart for a value-packed, time-saving experience.
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This combo offers timed entry to both the decks, making it easy to fit it into your schedule.
5% off
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Ascend to the 86th-floor observatory of the Empire State Building for views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, and more, enhanced with free binoculars.
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Immerse yourself in the building's history through the gold and bronze-clad Art Deco lobby and exhibits, highlighting its rise as a pop culture icon.
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Experience the thrill of standing 1,100 feet above Manhattan at the Edge with an impressive glass floor and angled walls for unique views.
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Venture 80 feet into the open air on the outdoor sky deck, and capture memorable moments with your bonus digital souvenir photo.
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Fun fact: The Empire State Building, designed to be the world's first 100-storey building, was constructed in just 1 year and 45 days.
More details
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Ascend to the 86th-floor observatory of the Empire State Building for views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, and more, enhanced with free binoculars.
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Immerse yourself in the building's history through the gold and bronze-clad Art Deco lobby and exhibits, highlighting its rise as a pop culture icon.
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Experience the thrill of standing 1,100 feet above Manhattan at the Edge with an impressive glass floor and angled walls for unique views.
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Venture 80 feet into the open air on the outdoor sky deck, and capture memorable moments with your bonus digital souvenir photo.
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Fun fact: The Empire State Building, designed to be the world's first 100-storey building, was constructed in just 1 year and 45 days.
5% off
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Skip the hassle of separate bookings with this combo – visit MoMA and the Empire State Building easily with one simple ticket.
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Explore MoMA’s world-class art collection, featuring masterpieces like Van Gogh’s The Starry Night and Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d'Avignon.
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Head to the Empire State Building’s 86th-floor observatory for breathtaking 360-degree views of New York City, including Central Park and the Statue of Liberty.
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With just a 20-minute walk between the two, enjoy both cultural and scenic NYC experiences in one seamless trip.
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Skip the hassle of separate bookings with this combo – visit MoMA and the Empire State Building easily with one simple ticket.
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Explore MoMA’s world-class art collection, featuring masterpieces like Van Gogh’s The Starry Night and Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d'Avignon.
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Head to the Empire State Building’s 86th-floor observatory for breathtaking 360-degree views of New York City, including Central Park and the Statue of Liberty.
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With just a 20-minute walk between the two, enjoy both cultural and scenic NYC experiences in one seamless trip.
6% off
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Explore NYC at your own pace with a 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour, covering over 40 iconic landmarks with flexible routes.
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Board a bus running every 15-30 minutes, and once onboard, tune into a multilingual audio guides that brighten up sightseeing with stories!
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Take in 360° views from the Empire State Building's 86th-floor observation deck, overlooking the Manhattan skyline.
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Join a guided 60-minute Liberty Midtown Cruise or 90-minute Landmarks Cruise for close-up views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Brooklyn Bridge.
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The Uptown route offers views of Central Park and The Met, while Downtown immerses you in the energy of Times Square and Wall Street.
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Explore NYC at your own pace with a 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour, covering over 40 iconic landmarks with flexible routes.
-
Board a bus running every 15-30 minutes, and once onboard, tune into a multilingual audio guides that brighten up sightseeing with stories!
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Take in 360° views from the Empire State Building's 86th-floor observation deck, overlooking the Manhattan skyline.
-
Join a guided 60-minute Liberty Midtown Cruise or 90-minute Landmarks Cruise for close-up views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Brooklyn Bridge.
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The Uptown route offers views of Central Park and The Met, while Downtown immerses you in the energy of Times Square and Wall Street.
40% off
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Make the most of your New York trip and cover multiple attractions while making huge savings with the Go City: New York Explorer pass.
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Enjoy access to 2 to 10 NYC attractions with this pass, valid for 30 days, letting you visit multiple sites while saving big (over 40% in bookings).
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Your pass covers the Yankees tickets, fun activities like a cruise around the Statue of Liberty, admission to the American Museum of Natural History, and more sights you can explore.
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Say goodbye to ticket lines. Just scan with the Go City app on your mobile for seamless, hassle-free entry into all your favorite NYC attractions.
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Plan your perfect NYC adventure by picking from a 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 10-attraction pass, saving time and money effortlessly.
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Make the most of your New York trip and cover multiple attractions while making huge savings with the Go City: New York Explorer pass.
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Enjoy access to 2 to 10 NYC attractions with this pass, valid for 30 days, letting you visit multiple sites while saving big (over 40% in bookings).
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Your pass covers the Yankees tickets, fun activities like a cruise around the Statue of Liberty, admission to the American Museum of Natural History, and more sights you can explore.
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Say goodbye to ticket lines. Just scan with the Go City app on your mobile for seamless, hassle-free entry into all your favorite NYC attractions.
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Plan your perfect NYC adventure by picking from a 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 10-attraction pass, saving time and money effortlessly.
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Explore NYC your way with a single pass that grants access to 5 top attractions—2 fixed and 3 of your choice. Save up to 41% compared to buying individual tickets.
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Get guaranteed entry to the Empire State Building and the American Museum of Natural History, two iconic experiences every visitor should tick off.
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Then take your pick from attractions like Top of the Rock, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, Guggenheim Museum, Circle Line cruises, and the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.
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Reduce the stress of planning with instant mobile tickets and a generous 9-day validity.
More details
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Explore NYC your way with a single pass that grants access to 5 top attractions—2 fixed and 3 of your choice. Save up to 41% compared to buying individual tickets.
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Get guaranteed entry to the Empire State Building and the American Museum of Natural History, two iconic experiences every visitor should tick off.
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Then take your pick from attractions like Top of the Rock, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, Guggenheim Museum, Circle Line cruises, and the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.
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Reduce the stress of planning with instant mobile tickets and a generous 9-day validity.
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About Empire State Building
No trip to New York is complete without a visit to the iconic Empire State Building. Its observation decks on the 80th, 86th, and 102nd floors offer views of the city like no other. The building’s name, derived from New York’s nickname, “Empire State”, cements its legacy in the heart of the city.
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20 W. 34th St.
Observatory guests must use the visitors' center entrance at 20 W. 34th St. Entrances on Fifth Avenue, 34th, and 33rd Streets are exclusively for tenants and their visitors.
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