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Combo (Save 10%): Empire State Building Tickets + Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Male tourist entering elevator cab on 2nd floor of Empire State Building exhibition.
Empire State Building Observatory view of New York City skyline with Hudson River.
Big Bus tour passing the Guggenheim Museum in New York City.
Open-top bus tour in New York City with passengers viewing a map near the U.S. Post Office on Eighth Ave.

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10:00am - 11:00pm

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

This cost-saving combo allows you to enjoy view from the iconic Empire State Building and also explore NYC on a 1-day hop-on hop-off bus tour.

4.5/5

(5,789)

Prof. Dr. Andreas Rohde

Prof.

Mar 2026
Verified booking
For me, the Empire State Building is one of the most iconic buildings and places in New York. I visited it 30 years ago and always return whenever I'm in New York. I find the entertainment area on the ground floor and information about the ESB, including the recreated "King Kong scene," simply fantastic. The ESB is a must.
Susan Shoval

Susan

Feb 2026
Verified booking
I had my 11 year old grandson with me and he was so excited to see the famous buildings around us from different vantage points. He had learned a lot about the Empire State Building at school and was thrilled to so it in person. He also loved climbing from the 80th to 86th floor!!
Kaylan Forbis

Kaylan

Dec 2025
Verified booking
This was an awesome experience! I would consider myself a world traveler as I've been to viewing decks and buildings in 5 continents now and this has been the best bang for your buck. Most of them you just pay and go to the top but not this one! We elected to only go up to the 86th floor but even that was a great experience. The history of the building, the different movies that include the building and then being able to get our photo at the end was top notch. Highly recommend to other travelers!
Carla Hildebrandt

Carla

Nov 2025
Verified booking
The tickets were easy to redeem. The experience was great! We enjoyed learning about the history of the ESB before getting to enjoy the views. The views are incredible! We appreciated the arrows pointing in the direction of many major city attractions to look out for. The outside viewing deck was also good - it was very windy and cold the day we were there, so we didn't enjoy it as much as the indoor views.
Colin Brennan

Colin

Dec 2025
Verified booking
Visiting the Empire State Building was a great experience. The observation deck wasn’t overly crowded, which made it easy to enjoy the views without feeling rushed. A really nice touch was the heating lamps on the outdoor deck—they made a big difference and kept it comfortable even in cooler weather. Overall, it was well organized, relaxed, and absolutely worth the trip.
Robert Mitchell

Robert

Dec 2025
Verified booking
I have been wanting to go and visit the Empire State building for years and I finally had the perfect opportunity to do so. I loved being able to see the historic building with my two children. I was impressed with how clean and organized the staff and facility was. Staff was extremely friendly and made the experience feel very comfortable.
    • The 86th-floor observatory not only offers breathtaking views of the New York skyline, it has also been part of several popular films including Sleepless in Seattle.

    • Hop aboard the double-decker and enjoy pre-recorded stories that bring NYC to life, while the mobile app helps you navigate the city’s streets with ease.

    • The bus tour provides easy access to various iconic neighborhoods and landmarks, including Hudson Yards, SoHo, Statue of Liberty, and Brooklyn Bridge.

    • With flexible scheduling, you can choose to enjoy both experiences on the same day or spread them out over two different days, according to personal travel plans.

  • Empire State Building

    • Entry to the 86th floor

    • High-power binoculars

    • Access to the Art Deco lobby

    • Free Wi-Fi

    • 15% discount in Harry Potter Shop, New York, till April 30

    Big Bus New York City HOHO

    • 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass

    • Access to the Downtown route

    • Pre-recorded commentary in English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese & Italian

    • Free mobile app to navigate and view stops

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 5,789 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Cristina Salazar

    Cristina

    Mar 2026
    Verified booking
    Everything was well organized, clear expectations and purchasing the tickets was so easy! There wasn't as much people at 7:30 when we went, so it also made the experience so much better!! Also, the 86th floor elevator supervisor / manager was so well spoken in Spanish and knew so much about Costa Rica and Venezuela which made our WHOLE night that much more amazing!
    Prof. Dr. Andreas Rohde

    Prof.

    Mar 2026
    Verified booking
    For me, the Empire State Building is one of the most iconic buildings and places in New York. I visited it 30 years ago and always return whenever I'm in New York. I find the entertainment area on the ground floor and information about the ESB, including the recreated "King Kong scene," simply fantastic. The ESB is a must.
    Sharon Linskens

    Sharon

    Mar 2026
    Verified booking
    The employees that worked here were so amazing! They would not hesitate to help with answering any questions. Thank you for an awesome experience.
    Rosella Creed

    Rosella

    Mar 2026
    Verified booking
    Super organized! The history of the construction, floor 80, and finally the observatory were great and made it worth the price
    Ricardo Aviles Lopez

    Ricardo

    Mar 2026
    Verified booking
    Very easy to get the tickets and súper legitime, great work
  • Enjoy a memorable day exploring New York’s top attractions, including the Empire State Building, without the stress of planning your commute.

    Empire State Building

    Treat yourself to 360-degree views of New York City by visiting the Empire State Building's 86th-floor observation deck. Here, you can spot some of NYC’s most recognisable landmarks like Central Park and the Statue of Liberty from 1,050 feet above ground. The open-air deck allows you to walk around the building's spire, providing unforgettable vistas that can extend up to six states on clear days.

    Big Bus New York City HOHO

    Explore New York City at your own pace on the Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour. With convenient access to major attractions via open-top, double-decker buses, this tour is a cost and time-effective way to make the most of your day in The Big Apple. You can easily hop off to visit landmarks like Times Square, the Empire State Building, and Central Park, then hop back on when they're ready to continue.

    Downtown route

    • First bus: 9am from M&M's World

    • Last bus: 5pm from M&M's World

    • Frequency: Every 15 minutes

    • Popular stops: Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, World Trade Center

    Click here for a detailed route map with boarding points.

    Start the tour at any stop and enjoy unlimited hop-on hop-off access throughout your ticket's validity.

  • Empire State Building

    Monday10:00am - 11:00pmlast entry 10:15pm
    Tuesday10:00am - 11:00pmlast entry 10:15pm
    Wednesday10:00am - 11:00pmlast entry 10:15pm
    Thursday10:00am - 11:00pmlast entry 10:15pm
    Friday10:00am - 11:00pmlast entry 10:15pm
    Saturday10:00am - 11:00pmlast entry 10:15pm
    Sunday10:00am - 11:00pmlast entry 10:15pm
  • What’s not allowed

    Empire State Building

    • Professional cameras and photography equipment are not allowed inside.

    • Do not bring luggage and large bags with you.

    Big Bus New York City HOHO

    • You cannot bring luggage on the buses.

    Accessibility

    Empire State Building

    • The observation deck is completely wheelchair accessible.

    • Service animals are allowed inside.

    Big Bus New York City HOHO

    • The bus tour is wheelchair accessible.

    • Upper decks of the buses may not be accessible for those with mobility impairments.

    Additional information

    Empire State Building

    • There is a mandatory security check before entering the building.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

    Ticket redemption points

    Empire State Building

    • Show your ticket at Empire State Building.

    • Address: 20 W 34th St., New York, NY 10001, United States.

    Get directions to the redemption point

    Big Bus: New York City HOHO Bus Tour

    • Carry a printout of your voucher and hop on to the bus from any stop on the route. The driver will exchange it for the bus ticket.

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