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Admission to Top of the Rock across three levels, plus SKYLIFT for a revolving open‑air vantage and uninterrupted skyline views.

Panoramic scenes sweep across New York’s icons from indoor galleries and open terraces designed for effortless city spotting.

A signature glass platform elevates your viewpoint above the 70th‑floor deck, delivering rare, unobstructed perspectives.

Pause between viewpoints at the Weather Room Café & Bar and return to the terraces refreshed for more skyline moments.

Access to the Welcome Gallery and indoor & outdoor viewing areas, in one seamless ticket for both experiences.

Admission to Top of the Rock Observation Deck

Entry to the SKYLIFT experience

Access to three observation levels (indoor & outdoor terraces)

Access to the Welcome Gallery

Entry to the Weather Room Café & Bar

Food and beverages (available for purchase)

Hotel transportation

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

Admission to Top of the Rock with SKYLIFT: a revolving open‑air ascent above the 70th‑floor deck for sweeping city views.

Getting Started

Arrive at Top of the Rock and complete entry formalities before ascending by elevator. Staff are on hand to guide you toward the observation levels and SKYLIFT.

What To Expect

Explore three floors of 360° city views, from immersive galleries to indoor lounges and open terraces. SKYLIFT then raises your vantage above the 70th‑floor deck for a revolving, open‑air perspective over New York’s landmarks.

Features

SKYLIFT: a revolving, open‑air glass platform that ascends three stories above the 70th‑floor deck for unobstructed views.

Three observation levels: move easily between indoor spaces and outdoor terraces to see the skyline from multiple angles.

Iconic vistas: take in New York’s most famous landmarks, with broad sightlines that stretch across the city.

Welcome Gallery & Weather Room Café: begin with curated displays, then pause for refreshments between terrace visits.

What to bring

A valid government-issued ID (may be required for entry verification)

Your ticket voucher, either on your phone or as a printed copy

What’s not allowed

Oversized bags or large luggage items

Professional cameras or filming gear without prior approval

Accessibility

The venue is fully wheelchair accessible

Elevators provide access to all observation levels

Additional information

Entry is time-specific; please arrive at your scheduled time slot

Your ticket grants access to both the Observation Deck and SKYLIFT

Follow on-site directions when accessing the SKYLIFT experience

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

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

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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