Observation Decks

Top of the Rock Observation Deck Tickets

Name: Top of the Rock Observation Deck Tickets
Start: 2026-08-21T10:10:00
End: 2026-08-21T22:00:00
Location: Top of the Rock

4.6/5(440)

Kimberly G

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Amazing views and worth the trip. And I'm glad I didn't have to wait in that long line, security looked at my phone at the tickets and waved me to go in.

Daniel M

Family

Verified booking

Apr 2026

When we arrived at the scheduled time, we were told that visibility was poor due to low clouds, and I was offered the option to reschedule the visit. The observation deck is lower than the newer ones in New York, such as The Edge or Summit, but the views of the Empire State Building and Central Park are unbeatable. They offer the option of riding a rotating outdoor elevator, as well as taking photos on a beam that recreates the iconic image of the workers who built the building.

Skip waiting in ticket lines and ascend to the Top of the Rock for sweeping 360° views of NYC—from Central Park to the Empire State Building.

Start your visit in the Welcome Gallery, which features a 10-foot model of the Rockefeller Center campus and plays a 5-minute immersive film about the origins of Top of the Rock.

Access all three levels of the observation deck (67th, 69th, and 70th), moving from indoors to outdoors, and enjoy spectacular views of NYC.

Upgrade to The Beam experience to recreate the iconic 1932 Lunch atop a Skyscraper photo or a VIP Pass for a guided tour of the landmark and a private ride on The Beam and SkyLift.

Timed entry to Top of the Rock

Access to the 6th, 69th, and 70th floor

The Beam experience (as per option selected)

VIP Pass (as per option selected)

Guided tour (upgrade to VIP Pass)

Food and beverages

These tickets can't be cancelled. However, they can be rescheduled up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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What our guests say
Kimberly G
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Amazing views and worth the trip. And I'm glad I didn't have to wait in that long line, security looked at my phone at the tickets and waved me to go in.
Maria R
Group
Verified booking
Jul 2026
An incredible visit—highly recommended, especially the sunset view
Emily P
Family
Verified booking
Jul 2026
Beautiful views at sunset. Flexibility to roam between floors.
Christa S
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026
The view was beautiful. We enjoyed the sights on both sides.
Jacqueline R
Solo
Verified booking
Jun 2026
Great customer service, everyone was willing to answer my questions and help me navigate a city. I'm not familiar with.

Take in 360° views of New York City from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck, valid for one day with skip-the-line entry.

Getting started

Arrive at the main entrance of 30 Rockefeller Plaza, marked by a red carpet on 50th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues. Present your mobile barcode at the Top of the Rock box office for ticket validation and proceed through security before heading to the elevators.

What to expect

Located atop the Rockefeller Center, the Top of the Rock Observation Deck offers a prime vantage point in Midtown Manhattan. Open year-round, this deck is renowned for its panoramic cityscape and direct sightlines to New York’s most iconic landmarks.

Features

360° panoramic views: Enjoy unobstructed vistas of Central Park, the Empire State Building, and the Manhattan skyline from indoor and outdoor viewing platforms.

Historic Rockefeller Center: Experience a landmark completed in 1933, celebrated for its Art Deco architecture and cultural significance in New York City.

Timed entry: Tickets are valid for one day, allowing you to choose your preferred time (at the booking) and make the most of changing light and city atmosphere.

Accessibility: The deck is wheelchair accessible, ensuring all visitors can enjoy the experience.

What’s not allowed

Large bags and luggage.

Accessibility

It is wheelchair and stroller-accessible, except for the Beam experience.

Service dogs are welcome.

Additional information

This ticket offers flexible entry. Your selected time is a preference, and entry is at the next available slot.

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.