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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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Slide 1 of 8, Person enjoying city view from Empire State Building observatory in New York City.
Person enjoying city view from Empire State Building observatory in New York City.
Explore at your pace
  • Book reserved entry to the Empire State Building, Manhattan's only open-air observation deck offering 360° city views.

  • Enjoy the flexibility to pick a time slot of your choice to enter the building; access immersive exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors.

  • From the 86th-floor observatory, scan the horizon using high-powered binoculars to pick out bridges, parks, and landmarks across the city.

  • Immersive exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors let you use free Wi-Fi and the downloadable multimedia app to deepen your visit as you wander.

  • Upgrade your visit with skip-the-line entry and optional access to the 102nd-floor observatory, gaining extra time and a higher vantage point.

  • Add a Midtown walking tour led by an expert guide, or choose a sunrise visit with Starbucks Reserve Microblend coffee and Princi pastries.

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  • Book reserved entry to the Empire State Building, Manhattan's only open-air observation deck offering 360° city views.

  • Enjoy the flexibility to pick a time slot of your choice to enter the building; access immersive exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors.

  • From the 86th-floor observatory, scan the horizon using high-powered binoculars to pick out bridges, parks, and landmarks across the city.

  • Immersive exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors let you use free Wi-Fi and the downloadable multimedia app to deepen your visit as you wander.

  • Upgrade your visit with skip-the-line entry and optional access to the 102nd-floor observatory, gaining extra time and a higher vantage point.

  • Add a Midtown walking tour led by an expert guide, or choose a sunrise visit with Starbucks Reserve Microblend coffee and Princi pastries.

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$50.08
Slide 1 of 9, Man viewing New York City skyline from Empire State Building observatory.
Man viewing New York City skyline from Empire State Building observatory.
Explore at your pace
  • Skip the long lines and fast-track your way to the 86th Floor Observatory for breathtaking views of the New York City skyline.

  • Pick a time a slot of your choice to enter the building; access immersive exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors.

  • Enjoy open-air unobstructed panoramic vistas of city landmarks like Central Park, Times Square, and One World Trade Center from above 1,000 feet.

  • Connect to the free high-speed Wi-Fi to download the complimentary multimedia app for information on surrounding landmarks.

  • Upgrade to combine a visit to the 102nd floor or enjoy VIP early access to catch the sunrise, with a cup of Starbucks and a side of pastry.

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  • Skip the long lines and fast-track your way to the 86th Floor Observatory for breathtaking views of the New York City skyline.

  • Pick a time a slot of your choice to enter the building; access immersive exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors.

  • Enjoy open-air unobstructed panoramic vistas of city landmarks like Central Park, Times Square, and One World Trade Center from above 1,000 feet.

  • Connect to the free high-speed Wi-Fi to download the complimentary multimedia app for information on surrounding landmarks.

  • Upgrade to combine a visit to the 102nd floor or enjoy VIP early access to catch the sunrise, with a cup of Starbucks and a side of pastry.

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$94.72
Slide 1 of 11, Visitors enjoying views from Empire State Building and Edge Observation Deck in New York City.
Visitors enjoying views from Empire State Building and Edge Observation Deck in New York City.
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  • See New York City from two iconic observatories—the historic Empire State Building and Edge’s modern glass-floor sky deck—all in one ticket.

  • On the level 100 of Edge, explore it's indoor and outdoor decks, including the Glass Floor and Angled Glass Walls, for unique perspectives over Manhattan.

  • Relax on the Skyline Seats, visit The Eastern Point, and enjoy seasonal events like Pinkamas in the Sky.

  • Make an express entry to the Empire State Building and head straight to the 86th floor open-air deck for unobstructed views of the city skyline; enhanced views looking through high-powered binoculars.

  • After, visit the 102nd-floor enclosed observatory, explore immersive exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors, and enhance your experience by downloading the multimedia app for a self-guided tour.

More details
  • See New York City from two iconic observatories—the historic Empire State Building and Edge’s modern glass-floor sky deck—all in one ticket.

  • On the level 100 of Edge, explore it's indoor and outdoor decks, including the Glass Floor and Angled Glass Walls, for unique perspectives over Manhattan.

  • Relax on the Skyline Seats, visit The Eastern Point, and enjoy seasonal events like Pinkamas in the Sky.

  • Make an express entry to the Empire State Building and head straight to the 86th floor open-air deck for unobstructed views of the city skyline; enhanced views looking through high-powered binoculars.

  • After, visit the 102nd-floor enclosed observatory, explore immersive exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors, and enhance your experience by downloading the multimedia app for a self-guided tour.

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$120.99

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Slide 1 of 6, People enjoying a silent disco with headphones at the Empire State Building Observation Deck.
People enjoying a silent disco with headphones at the Empire State Building Observation Deck.
2 hrs
  • Enjoy after-hours access to the Empire State Building’s 86th Floor Observation Deck and dance under the open sky with New York’s illuminated skyline all around you.

  • Pick up your wireless LED headphones at check-in and tune into live DJ sets, creating an immersive silent disco where the music stays in your headphones while the party happens around you.

  • Take in 360° nighttime views of Manhattan as your backdrop, with the open-air observation deck adding a distinctly different setting to a typical Empire State Building visit.

  • Choose a music theme that matches your taste, with 2026 events featuring Latin music for Hispanic Heritage Month on September 19, ’80s/’90s throwbacks on September 26, Hip-Hop/R&B/Rap on October 3, and EDM on October 17.

  • Make the most of your evening with 9pm–11pm party access, along with admission to the Empire State Building’s immersive exhibits for a mix of NYC history, observation-deck views, and after-hours entertainment.

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  • Enjoy after-hours access to the Empire State Building’s 86th Floor Observation Deck and dance under the open sky with New York’s illuminated skyline all around you.

  • Pick up your wireless LED headphones at check-in and tune into live DJ sets, creating an immersive silent disco where the music stays in your headphones while the party happens around you.

  • Take in 360° nighttime views of Manhattan as your backdrop, with the open-air observation deck adding a distinctly different setting to a typical Empire State Building visit.

  • Choose a music theme that matches your taste, with 2026 events featuring Latin music for Hispanic Heritage Month on September 19, ’80s/’90s throwbacks on September 26, Hip-Hop/R&B/Rap on October 3, and EDM on October 17.

  • Make the most of your evening with 9pm–11pm party access, along with admission to the Empire State Building’s immersive exhibits for a mix of NYC history, observation-deck views, and after-hours entertainment.

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$75.12
Slide 1 of 11, Empire State Building and Edge Observation Deck at sunset, New York City skyline.
Empire State Building and Edge Observation Deck at sunset, New York City skyline.
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  • Exclusive savings on your combo ticket to the Empire State Building and the Edge NYC. Experience the best views of NYC with a single booking.

  • Timed entry to the Empire State Building, with access to immersive exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors, before ascending to the open-air deck on the 86th floor.

  • Enjoy unobstructed views of NYC and beyond, including Central Park and the Statue of Liberty; enhanced views through the free high-powered binoculars.

  • Timed entry to the Edge NYC, the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere. Ride the elevator to level 100 for unobstructed views of NYC skyline, including the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, and the Statue of Liberty.

  • Experience the thrill of the Angled Glass Walls, Skyline Seats, and the Glass Floor looking 100 stories straight down to the city streets.

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  • Exclusive savings on your combo ticket to the Empire State Building and the Edge NYC. Experience the best views of NYC with a single booking.

  • Timed entry to the Empire State Building, with access to immersive exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors, before ascending to the open-air deck on the 86th floor.

  • Enjoy unobstructed views of NYC and beyond, including Central Park and the Statue of Liberty; enhanced views through the free high-powered binoculars.

  • Timed entry to the Edge NYC, the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere. Ride the elevator to level 100 for unobstructed views of NYC skyline, including the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, and the Statue of Liberty.

  • Experience the thrill of the Angled Glass Walls, Skyline Seats, and the Glass Floor looking 100 stories straight down to the city streets.

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$88.74

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Slide 1 of 15, SUMMIT One Vanderbilt and Empire State Building at sunset, New York City skyline.
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt and Empire State Building at sunset, New York City skyline.
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  • Visit two of NYC’s top observatories in one ticket and one day—SUMMIT One Vanderbilt and the Empire State Building.

  • At SUMMIT, explore immersive art installations like Air and Levitation with 360° skyline views from 1,100 feet.

  • At the Empire State Building, access the 86th-floor open-air deck, 2nd and 80th-floor exhibits, and enjoy views through free high-powered binoculars.

  • Timed entry at both lets you explore at your own pace and stay as long as you like.

  • Both landmarks are within a 10-minute walk, making this a seamless, value-packed experience.

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  • Visit two of NYC’s top observatories in one ticket and one day—SUMMIT One Vanderbilt and the Empire State Building.

  • At SUMMIT, explore immersive art installations like Air and Levitation with 360° skyline views from 1,100 feet.

  • At the Empire State Building, access the 86th-floor open-air deck, 2nd and 80th-floor exhibits, and enjoy views through free high-powered binoculars.

  • Timed entry at both lets you explore at your own pace and stay as long as you like.

  • Both landmarks are within a 10-minute walk, making this a seamless, value-packed experience.

from Original price$97.99
$93.09

5% off

Slide 1 of 20, New York City skyline with Empire State Building and rainbow, promoting Go City Explorer Pass.
New York City skyline with Empire State Building and rainbow, promoting Go City Explorer Pass.
Extended validity
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  • Short stay or long trip, tailor your NYC adventure with a flexible Explorer Pass that lets you pick 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 10 attractions you actually want to see and save.

  • Inclusions cover museums, observation decks, cruises, bike tours, and more, plus pre-recorded commentary, handy maps, and itineraries in the Go City app.

  • Visit big-name sights like the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, Empire State Building, LEGOLAND Discovery Center New Jersey, and other top attractions in New York City.

  • Enjoy 30 days of sightseeing freedom after you activate the pass, and one full year of validity before activation.

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  • Short stay or long trip, tailor your NYC adventure with a flexible Explorer Pass that lets you pick 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 10 attractions you actually want to see and save.

  • Inclusions cover museums, observation decks, cruises, bike tours, and more, plus pre-recorded commentary, handy maps, and itineraries in the Go City app.

  • Visit big-name sights like the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, Empire State Building, LEGOLAND Discovery Center New Jersey, and other top attractions in New York City.

  • Enjoy 30 days of sightseeing freedom after you activate the pass, and one full year of validity before activation.

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$89
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Empire State Building with New York CityPASS logo in foreground.
Extended validity
1 more
  • A curated pass to 5 NYC icons that you visit over 9 consecutive days, with stress-free digital tickets and an intuitive app for easy planning.

  • Enjoy a mix of skyline viewpoints, renowned museums, harbor cruises, ferries, and historic sites while trimming entry costs by up to 51%.

  • Tick off heavy hitters like the Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Top of the Rock and Edge.

  • Your unactivated pass remains valid for an entire year, giving you the freedom to book without having to plan ahead.

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  • A curated pass to 5 NYC icons that you visit over 9 consecutive days, with stress-free digital tickets and an intuitive app for easy planning.

  • Enjoy a mix of skyline viewpoints, renowned museums, harbor cruises, ferries, and historic sites while trimming entry costs by up to 51%.

  • Tick off heavy hitters like the Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Top of the Rock and Edge.

  • Your unactivated pass remains valid for an entire year, giving you the freedom to book without having to plan ahead.

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$149
Slide 1 of 12, Empire State Building illuminated at night in New York City skyline.
Empire State Building illuminated at night in New York City skyline.
1 hr 30 mins
  • Go on a 90-min English-guided walking tour of Midtown Manhattan, and get entry to the Empire State Building’s 86th-floor observatory.

  • Walk past some of the tallest buildings, like the Chrysler Building, One Vanderbilt, Bryant Park, and the New York Public Library.

  • Hear captivating stories of 1930s skyscraper rivalries, the visionaries who shaped New York’s skyline, the influence of Macy’s, and more.

  • Enjoy panoramic city views from 1,050 feet up from the 86th floor of the Empire State Building, including those of Times Square and the Statue of Liberty.

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  • Go on a 90-min English-guided walking tour of Midtown Manhattan, and get entry to the Empire State Building’s 86th-floor observatory.

  • Walk past some of the tallest buildings, like the Chrysler Building, One Vanderbilt, Bryant Park, and the New York Public Library.

  • Hear captivating stories of 1930s skyscraper rivalries, the visionaries who shaped New York’s skyline, the influence of Macy’s, and more.

  • Enjoy panoramic city views from 1,050 feet up from the 86th floor of the Empire State Building, including those of Times Square and the Statue of Liberty.

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$125

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Get skip-the-line tickets: The Empire State Building is one of NYC’s most popular attractions, drawing large crowds year-round. Skip-the-line tickets are a great way to save time, especially during peak hours!

Indoor vs outdoor deck: The 86th-floor open-air deck is the more popular one, while the 102nd-floor indoor deck features floor-to-ceiling glass windows and tends to be less crowded.

Consider combo tickets: Planning to visit multiple attractions during your NYC visit? Save money by choosing combo tickets or a New York City Pass.

Book special experiences: Want to enhance your Empire State Building visit? Look for sunrise or sunset tours, and soak in the views during the golden hours.

Avoid crowds: You will have to pick an entry time while booking your tickets. For a quieter experience, consider visiting on a weekday, either between 9am & 11am or after 9pm at night.

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.


Address20 W 34th St., New York, NY 10001, USA
Year opened1931
Visitors per year4000000
Expected wait time - Standard1-2 hours (Peak), 30-60 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

The Empire State Building has its zip code, 10118, covering the entire building and its 1,860,000 square feet of office space.

The building is so tall that lightning strikes it around 23 times annually! It's equipped with a lightning rod system to protect it.

At the top of the Empire State Building is a secret speakeasy-style bar called the "Cloud Club," -- a popular hangout for celebrities in the 1930s.

Built during the Great Depression, the Empire State Building used to have an indoor observatory golf course, which was eventually removed due to lack of demand.

The building has a tradition of using lights to honor various causes and events, such as rainbow colors to celebrate Pride or shining blue and gold for the New York Knicks.

Why visit Empire State Building?

Embrace the sky

Imagine standing on the 86th floor of the Empire State Building, the wind in your hair, as you gaze upon the sprawling cityscape of New York. From the majestic spires of the Chrysler Building to the sparkling waters of the Hudson River, the Empire State Building offers an unrivaled vantage point of the Big Apple.

Art Deco icon

As you step into the Empire State Building, you’re stepping into a time capsule. The Art Deco lobby, a throwback to the 1930s, wraps you in an era of elegance. Polished metal gleams, geometric patterns enthrall, and history whispers from every corner.

Lights, camera, action!

Become part of movie magic. Stand where iconic scenes from "King Kong" to "Sleepless in Seattle" were filmed. Witness the Empire State Building's role as a Hollywood legend.

American progress in retrospect

The Empire State Building stands tall as an iconic symbol of American resilience. Learn about its construction during the Great Depression and its role in shaping the city.

Dazzling Spectacles

Witness the Empire State Building transform throughout the year with awe-inspiring light displays, heart-stopping events, and breathtaking fireworks.

Highlights

Plan your visit

20 W. 34th St.

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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What our guests say

Miosottis S

Group
4 days ago

+2 more

Super fast service, and the staff was totally friendly and helpful. We were lost and asked someone on the street for directions; to our surprise, she was an employee there! She took her time and led us straight to the doors, and she wasn't even working—she did it in her free time. Even though it was cloudy, the view was a very lovely experience, and the interactive light section before reaching the platform is incredibly beautiful and fun. I recommend it 100 out of 100.

Combo: Edge Observation Deck + Skip-the-Line Empire State Building 86th & 102nd Floor Tickets

Thomas W

Germany
Group
Last week
Not much to say here. Booking was quick and easy. The confirmation arrived immediately. There were no problems at all on site. Everything went perfectly. Kudos and 100% recommended

Combo: Edge Observation Deck + Skip-the-Line Empire State Building 86th & 102nd Floor Tickets

Doritha B

United States
Couple
Last week
It was my birthday and the Summitt exceeded my expectations! Love it. The silver balls wowed me! We are looking forward to return next year.

Combo: Empire State Building + 90-Min NYC Downtown Sightseeing Cruise

Daniela D

Brazil
Couple
Last week

+1 more

Buying through the website was very convenient, but picking up the ticket at the Natural History Museum was not. We had to get in the same line as people buying tickets. We didn't think it was worth it. Unlike MoMA, where there was already a QR code. Both museums are incredible. I recommend visiting them.

Combo: Empire State Building 86th-Floor + American Museum of Natural History Tickets

Orit B

Israel
Group
2 weeks ago
It would be nice if we would not have to convert the tickets- the whole point of purchasing tickets online is to avoid the line...

Combo: Empire State Building 86th-Floor + American Museum of Natural History Tickets

Kenia M

Dominican Republic
Couple
2 weeks ago
The experience has been good since I bought the tickets online. They always answered my questions prior to the tour. Today was the first day and it was good despite the rain. Tomorrow we will do the second day... hopefully it won't rain anymore.

Combo: New York City Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Empire State Building Tickets

Estefani G

United States
Group
2 weeks ago
The visit to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island was great. Booking through Headout was very easy, the instructions were clear, and the entire ferry ride was flawless. A thoroughly recommended experience!

Combo: New York City Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Empire State Building + Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tickets

Dawn W

United States
Group
2 weeks ago
A 5 year old's smile! Memories! Views! The silver balls were something else, floating overhead, under foot. Trying to keep her still for pictures. Impossible

Combo: SUMMIT One Vanderbilt + Empire State Building Tickets

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