Landmarks

Empire State Building: General Admission Tickets

Name: Empire State Building: General Admission Tickets
Start: 2025-09-17T20:30:00
End: 2025-09-17T23:59:00
Location: Empire State Building

Visitors enjoying the view from the Empire State Building observation deck in New York City.

Family viewing New York City skyline from Empire State Building observatory.

Visitors inside the Empire State Building exhibit in NYC.

Empire State Building interior with view of observatory entrance in New York.

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10:00am - 11:00pm

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Free cancellation

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

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The Empire State Building wins Tripadvisor's Travelers’ Choice Awards for the 25th Anniversary Best Tourist Attractions in the World.

4.6/5

(4,494)

Toni

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

One of the original viewing decks in Manhattan so that's why we chose it. Fantastic 360 views both 86 and 102. It's worth paying the extra to go up to 102.Great history at the Empire state and there's heaps of info and photos of it being built etc..The lady on 102 was also very friendly and knowledgeable of the area below,pointing out certain streets and helping us find our hotel. This was around 430pm on 12th September

Wendy

Aug 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Loved the whole experience especially the gallery area at the start explaining everything. Just was a bit unsure how the process worked so would have been nice to know eg first you will visit the gallery, then head to 80th floor then 86th floor and then 102nd floor if you have that ticket. Also would be good to know that you were not going to be rushed and had plenty of time.

Jeffrey

Jun 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Jimmy was a fantastic tour guide! He was extremely knowledgeable and clearly passionate about what he does. His enthusiasm made the tour engaging and enjoyable from start to finish. My family and I had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an informative and memorable tour.

Be one with the skies atop the Empire State Observatory. On the clearest days, you can peer up to 80 miles away, catching a glimpse of 6 states all from one prime lookout!

Gather a sky-high perspective of the concrete jungle with unobstructed 360-degree views of landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square.

Be away from the views for just long enough to learn about the building's rich history, through informative exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors.

The higher the better: Upgrade your ticket to include 102nd-floor observatory deck entry.

Fun fact: The construction of the Empire State Building, intended to be the world's first 100-storey building, took just 1 year and 45 days.

Access to the outdoor viewing deck on the 86th floor

High-power binoculars

Art Deco lobby access

Free Wi-Fi

15% discount at the Harry Potter Shop, New York (till April 30)

Indoor viewing deck on the 102nd floor with fewer crowds (based on option selected)

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
Charlene
Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The staff where very helpful, the view was awesome and information was useful. I had a wonderful experience and will definitely recommend friends and family to visit!☺️
Alejandro
Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Honestly, the app did not work. They sent me the QR code to show it at the entrance and funalments there was no problem to enter.... Everything was fine. Always recommended on your trip to NY.
Eliza
Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Me and my son we had a great experience in NY. Our Travel Path was Kevin Home Alone 2 places. Buying tickets was easy pizzy. We had a great time in New York and we build unforgettable memories.
Ginger
Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The views of the city were awesome!
Toni
Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
One of the original viewing decks in Manhattan so that's why we chose it. Fantastic 360 views both 86 and 102. It's worth paying the extra to go up to 102.Great history at the Empire state and there's heaps of info and photos of it being built etc..The lady on 102 was also very friendly and knowledgeable of the area below,pointing out certain streets and helping us find our hotel. This was around 430pm on 12th September

Get that Empire State of Mind!

You'll also agree that New York City is worth writing songs about when you see it from the observatory deck of the Empire State Building. Before you get there, let the iconic building surprise you with little (big) treats along the way. The entryway is a spectacle, with a grand staircase leading to an impressive two-story building model and a captivating LED exhibit about its celebrity-driven light shows.

Venture through the newly unveiled 2nd-floor exhibits to know exactly how the building gained its fame as a pop culture icon. Explore the Opening Day, King Kong, and Celebrity Exhibits, and take in the grandeur of the restored Art Deco lobby.

See NYC, all of it

1050 feet high, on the 86th-floor awaits unparalleled views of the Big Apple. It's strangely calming to see New York's busy streets alongside its soothing waterbodies, all under a majestic skyline. Say hello to all your favorite spots: Central Park, Times Square, Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, and everything else.

Higher? Okay!

Upgrade your tickets to visit the 102nd-floor observatory deck, the highest viewing spot open to the public. On clear days, you can even see six states from one point, 80 miles into the distance.

Empire State Building

Monday	10:00am - 11:00pm	last entry 10:15pm
Tuesday	10:00am - 11:00pm	last entry 10:15pm
Wednesday	10:00am - 11:00pm	last entry 10:15pm
Thursday	10:00am - 11:00pm	last entry 10:15pm
Friday	10:00am - 11:00pm	last entry 10:15pm
Saturday	10:00am - 11:00pm	last entry 10:15pm
Sunday	10:00am - 11:00pm	last entry 10:15pm

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Accessible toilets are available at the venue.

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Ticket redemption point

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