Observation Decks

Empire State Building: 86th & 102nd Floor Skip-the-Box-Office Tickets

Name: Empire State Building: 86th & 102nd Floor Skip-the-Box-Office Tickets
Start: 2026-04-04T11:00:00
End: 2026-04-04T23:59:00
Location: Empire State Building

Aerial view of the Empire State Building in New York City skyline.

Male tourist entering elevator cab on 2nd floor of Empire State Building exhibition.

Children playing on giant gorilla hands at Empire State Building Observatory, New York City.

Empire State Building welcome mural with greetings in multiple languages.

Open today

9:00am - 11:59pm

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Free cancellation

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

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Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

Skip lines to the Empire State's top for unmatched views with an enriching audio guide and free Wi-Fi.

4.7/5

(544)

Louis B

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Very smooth entry to the building. Wonderful museum part before getting up to the elevators. Absolutely amazing following of the staff directing through. 86th Floor was the best part with the mind Blowing view. Then reaching to the 102nd floor was the highest reward for the visitor.

Daryl S

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

This was something I wanted to do since I was a little boy. I finally got to do this at the age of 48! From the very professional and friendly staff to the breathtaking view from the 102nd floor, it was tremendous! Thank you for making this a great experience for my wife and I.

Carol P

Family

Verified booking

Feb 2026

We took our kids and grandkids to New York and the Empire State Building this past weekend. It was our grandkids first time to NYC. One of their favorite experiences was touring the Empire State Building and seeing the city from the 102 floor. The view is spectacular and we got some amazing pictures. The displays and photo ops on the way to the top were well done! Thank you for making it so special.

Thomas D

Group

Verified booking

Jan 2026

Elevators operated perfectly. Employees were friendly and informative, especially on the top. Listening to the Empire State Building employee on the 102 floor talk about the area around us was so interesting. He knew his stuff, very good! I could have stayed and listened for hours. The building was super clean, love that. Worth every dollar, we had a wonderful time

Johana O

Couple

Verified booking

Jan 2026

January 1st we had our first visit to the Empire Dtate Building. It was a one in a life time experience that you need to do with your family! We enjoyed the warmness of the workers. The beautiful experience! We can't wait to go back.

John M

Solo

Verified booking

Dec 2025

Was not crowded, easy to find and a seamless experience. Lots more to learn and see than just the city views, which were spectacular. Sadly Hollywood lied and I did not meet the woman of my dreams high above the city, but it was well worth the experience all the same. A great view of the Bryants Park skate rink during my visit :)

Skip the box office ticket lines on your way to the 86th and 102nd floors, the quickest path to the heart of NYC's skyline. It's all about speed and exclusivity.

With your audio guide in tow, available in 9 languages, dive deep into the Empire State's history while you ascend.

Gaze out from the observatory decks at an expansive 360-degree view of NYC. Catch iconic sights like Central Park and the Statue of Liberty in detail.

Want an even speedy entry? Upgrade to the Express ticket to take the red carpet to the skies, and skip all queues for magnificent views.

Skip-the-box-office-ticket line to the 86th and 102nd-floor observatory deck

High-power binoculars

Art Deco lobby access

Free Wi-Fi

Express ticket to 86th and 102nd-floor observatory deck (optional)

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

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What our guests say
Louis B
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Very smooth entry to the building. Wonderful museum part before getting up to the elevators. Absolutely amazing following of the staff directing through. 86th Floor was the best part with the mind Blowing view. Then reaching to the 102nd floor was the highest reward for the visitor.
Daryl S
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
This was something I wanted to do since I was a little boy. I finally got to do this at the age of 48! From the very professional and friendly staff to the breathtaking view from the 102nd floor, it was tremendous! Thank you for making this a great experience for my wife and I.
Barbara K
Group
Verified booking
Last week
All staff members were really friendly, helpful and supportive. And of course the great view!
Carol P
Family
Verified booking
Feb 2026
We took our kids and grandkids to New York and the Empire State Building this past weekend. It was our grandkids first time to NYC. One of their favorite experiences was touring the Empire State Building and seeing the city from the 102 floor. The view is spectacular and we got some amazing pictures. The displays and photo ops on the way to the top were well done! Thank you for making it so special.
Thomas D
Group
Verified booking
Jan 2026
Elevators operated perfectly. Employees were friendly and informative, especially on the top. Listening to the Empire State Building employee on the 102 floor talk about the area around us was so interesting. He knew his stuff, very good! I could have stayed and listened for hours. The building was super clean, love that. Worth every dollar, we had a wonderful time

A Journey Through New York’s Icon

Begin your Empire State Building adventure by bypassing the queues, thanks to your skip-the-box-office-line tickets. The experience kicks off in the stunning Art Deco lobby, where the elegance of 1930s New York greets you. Armed with an audio guide in one of nine languages, you'll ascend through the building's heart, stopping at the 2nd-floor exhibits. Here, delve into the Empire State Building's rich history as a cultural icon, featuring its unforgettable moments in pop culture from "King Kong" to dazzling celebrity events. The exhibits not only educate but set the stage for the breathtaking views that await.

Unparalleled City Vistas

The climax of your visit is the observatory decks on the 86th and 102nd floors. Here, New York City unfolds before you in a panoramic spectacle. With high-power binoculars, spot iconic landmarks like Central Park and the Statue of Liberty. The 86th floor offers open-air views, while the 102nd floor, reached via a unique, top-speed elevator, presents a more intimate vista of the city's sprawling expanse. Free Wi-Fi allows you to capture and share this unforgettable experience instantly.

Empire State Building

Monday	9:00am - 11:59pm	last entry 11:15pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 11:59pm	last entry 11:15pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 11:59pm	last entry 11:15pm
Thursday	9:00am - 11:59pm	last entry 11:15pm
Friday	9:00am - 11:59pm	last entry 11:15pm
Saturday	9:00am - 11:59pm	last entry 11:15pm
Sunday	9:00am - 11:59pm	last entry 11:15pm

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Accessible toilets are available at the venue.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Ticket redemption point

Show your ticket at Empire State Building.

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

Get directions to the redemption point