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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
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
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
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
Main Deck 86th Floor: General Admission to the 86th Floor Main Deck Observatory
6,304 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Joanna E,
May 31, 2025
- Viator
Booking was for 10am. Wasn't too busy. Enjoyed the museum section before getting to the top for the views. Brilliant views. Just went up to the 86th floor. Would recommend this ad part if any trip to New York. Was great to see this building lit up at night.
Ana S,
May 29, 2025
- Viator
I wanted to see the Empire State Building with my fiancé so we booked this self guided tour for night. So we went and it ended up raining on us. But it was a memorable experience. I would do it again, just next time during the day…with clear blue skies.
Eric D,
May 27, 2025
- Viator
It's worth paying the money for the VIP express tickets, didn't have to wait in line. We went to the 86th floor then 102nd floor back down to the souvenir shop then into the museum at our own leisure. 2 thumbs up.
Sheryl R,
May 26, 2025
- Viator
It was very organized and easy to move from the entrance up to the 80th floor and then the 86th floor.
Ann Q,
May 23, 2025
- Viator
This building is truly amazing, especially the museum and the ride to the 86th floor for magnificent views over NYC and beyond. The extra bonus was to the 102 nd floor. All the staff are lovely with clear instructions on where to go .
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