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Combo (Save 20%): Empire State Building Tickets + Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Name: Combo (Save 20%): Empire State Building Tickets + Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Start: 2026-04-03T11:00:00
End: 2026-04-03T23:59:00
Location: New York

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.

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

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

(5,809)

Cristina S

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

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. R

Group

Verified booking

Mar 2026

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.

Jorge M

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

I bought my tickets to the Empire State Building through Headout, and the experience was flawless from start to finish. Since I was traveling with my partner and our schedule in New York was very tight, I needed a reliable platform that would guarantee me tickets without any hitches, and Headout delivered 100%.

Susan S

Family

Verified booking

Feb 2026

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!!

James T

Couple

Verified booking

3 days ago

Filled my childhood dream to go to Empire State Building as first I saw the building was in Superman from 70s. This first trip to New York as was my 50th on the 19th of March few days before seeing Empire State Building coming the UK. Very Happy 50th year old. 😀

Kaylan F

Group

Verified booking

Dec 2025

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!

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.

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What our guests say
Jorge M
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
I bought my tickets to the Empire State Building through Headout, and the experience was flawless from start to finish. Since I was traveling with my partner and our schedule in New York was very tight, I needed a reliable platform that would guarantee me tickets without any hitches, and Headout delivered 100%.
Elizabeth T
Group
Verified booking
Last week
Entry was quick and easy. No issues with the tickets. Enjoyed the convenience of picking our own time to arrive. Once we got to the 86th floor observation deck we could take our time. The attendants were extremely friendly.
Kelly K
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
All of the security staff were helpful in getting us to the right door. Perhaps the signage could've been better as it was a big building. I hadn't seen the state Empire State building in many many years so it was time again for me to go up. Haven't gone up other buildings. I did find this one expensive for what it offered compared to the other buildings. I went up and what they offered
Cristina S
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
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. R
Group
Verified booking
Mar 2026
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.

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

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

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.