NYC Empire State Building Admission Ticket
Overview
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Free Wi-Fi on-site
Access to second floor immersive exhibits
Access to 86th Floor Observatory
Admission to the Empire State Building
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting points
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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.
Options
Express Pass 86th Main Deck
Skip-the Line Ticket 86th : Skip-the-Line Admission down the red carpet all the way to the 86th Floor Main Deck Observatory
Express Pass 86 & 102 Top 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
General Admission 86th Floor
Main Deck 86th Floor: General Admission to the 86th Floor Main Deck Observatory
General Admission 86th & 102nd
Top Deck 86th & 102nd: General Admission to the 86th Floor Main Deck + 102nd Floor Observation Deck
Reviews
6,673 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Iconic and excellent views
Colin P,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Iconic building, excellent view of NYC, will organised and an overall great experience. Amazing building.
Amazing !
Debbie S,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00The Empire State Building is a must to see if visiting New York. The views from the top are amazing. We went the extra and went to the very top , floor 102 . Incredible!
Wonderful sunset views
Jeanette W,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Staff was very friendly and easy to accommodate time changes and upgrading tickets. The view of the sunset was beautiful.!!!! !
Fantastic view of NY
Julie W,
Oct 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Everyone has to visit the Empire State Building if in NY. The view of New York was amazing. Booking with Viator was quick and easy.
Fabulous
DUSTY S,
Oct 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00This is a must do when in the city! The views are fabulous. We were invited by Ahmad to the 102 floor which was out of this world. Thank to all the staff which were all so kind and helpful.
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