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
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
Options
General Admission 86th & 102nd
Top Deck 86th & 102nd: General Admission 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
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
Reviews
6,211 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An Amazing Experience
Roger A,
May 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was amazing the exhibits were interesting informative, the stories and pictotials gave incite into the construction. ingenuity involved in constructing a ground breaking amazing building. The staff were, friendly, polite, courteous and professional in the way the interacted with visitors. This was a wonderful experience, that I would definately return to again.
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Christine T,
May 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Pre booked this tour which made admission quick - so many people around to help guide u in & out of lifts & answer any questions you may have
New twist on an old attraction.
Victor B,
May 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00My wife and I had been to the Empire State building before, but this time we decided to go after nightfall. What a difference. The lights of New York were all ablaze the the views were tremendous. The Brooklyn Bridge was aglow as was the World Trade Center, Times Square and all the other buildings. In the distance you could see the Statue of Liberty and looking in the opposite direction, the dark patch was Central Park. It was a visit we won't forget. My advice, if it's your first visit go in the daytime. If you've been there before, try a night time visit.
It was easier buying my...
Adriana R,
May 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was easier buying my admission ticket with Viator than it would have been at the building. Avoiding the line
Great tour
Nirva T,
May 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very informative and interesting tour of the Empire State Building and 1930s New York City. Well worth the time.
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