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
Main Deck 86th Floor: General Admission to the 86th Floor Main Deck Observatory
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
Operated by Empire State Building
5,711 reviews
Sara D,
Dec 25, 2024
A must see site, it’s a pleasure to see & a site that still is an inspiration to the American worker
Judy E,
Dec 24, 2024
Seeing the many videos and displays explaining how the Empire State Building was built......they were great!
Teresa M,
Dec 23, 2024
Can't go to New York and not do this attraction, views from the 86th floor were incredible. Great value for money
Sonya C,
Dec 23, 2024
It was a nice experience and a surreal experience. The entrance is to the experience is next to the chocolate store, to be prepared to be redirect if you are using Google maps. There are elevators but there was a wait. Stairs are available up to the 86th floor.
Joanne H,
Dec 23, 2024
Long lines, but it is Christmas vacation. The staff is friendly and helpful.. Buy Express tickets. Have fun!