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Soaring 1,454 feet above Midtown Manhattan from base to antenna, the Empire State Building (ESB) is the World’s Most Famous Building. Our 86th Floor Observation Deck, open daily, offers the highest 360 degree open-air vantage point in New York City and on a clear day, you can see up to six states–New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Connecticut and Massachusetts.
Immerse yourself in the Empire State Building story on your way to the top. Located on the 2nd and 80th floors, exhibits are open to all ticket holders.
Choose to upgrade to the Express ticket to make your way down the red carpet and skip all the lines on your way to the Main Deck. Experience the convenience of an expedited journey to the top of the building.
For the ultimate experience, upgrade to include the observatory on the 102nd Floor. Take your New York City experience higher. Our reimagined 102nd floor offers unmatched, floor-to-ceiling views stretching up to 80 miles on a clear day.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No refunds due to weather conditions, length of lines or wait times at the building
Infant tickets for children 0-5 years are free and can be picked up at the ticket office upon arrival
For the best experience, we recommend visiting two hours after opening time
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Free Wi-Fi on-site
Access to second floor immersive exhibits
Access to 86th Floor Observatory
Admission to the Empire State Building
Empire State Building
Experience the views at the center of it all. Set in the heart of Midtown Manhattan with unmatched vistas of New York City and a panorama that stretches across six states. Immerse yourself in the Empire State Building story on your way to the top. Located on the 2nd and 80th floors, exhibits are open to all ticket holders. You may proceed directly to the turnstile with your voucher.
Skip-the Line Ticket 86th : Skip-the-Line Admission down the red carpet all the way to the 86th Floor Main Deck Observatory
Top Deck 86th & 102nd: General Admission to the 86th Floor Main Deck + 102nd Floor Observation Deck
Skip-the Line Ticket 86 & 102: Skip-the-Line Admission down the red carpet all the way to the 86th Floor Main Deck + 102nd Floor Observation Deck
Main Deck 86th Floor: General Admission to the 86th Floor Main Deck Observatory
6,413 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Shaun S,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
Excellent views Excellent explanations on way up great experience well worth trip phenominal breath taking
Eliza A,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
There’s never a bad trip up the Empire State Building. The views are amazing, all of the info and fun facts as you wind your way up ease some of the “wait” and I always learn something new.
Julio M,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
Very easy purchasing tickets in advance. Your time you choose is relatively flexible depending on the crowds. We had an 12pm slot and was able to go thru security just after 11am and boarded ferry at 11:30.
TaTanisha F,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
Nice but Too expensive. This is a self guided tour. My family and I did several tours well in New York, including Pedicab tours in both the city and Central Park, which were wonderful. Although it was a nice view, the Empire State building self guidedtour is not worth $200-400.00
James M,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
Thought we’d see more of Central Park We did enjoy our tour guide Nathan he was very informative and we loved his impersonations. Would definitely recommend this tour to friends
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