NYC Empire State Building Admission Ticket

From USD 47.91

4.37

6,078 reviews

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Overview

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

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

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

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

Reviews

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Don't Book Unless You Know It's Sunny & Clear
Regina P,
Mar 31, 2025
1.00
Because the Empire State Building tour is weather dependent for the view, I would not book this experience again. It was a cloudy day and there was no visibility. Our travel plans did not permit us to reschedule and there was no refund available.
Memorable
Arthur M,
Mar 23, 2025
5.00
It was such a great experience,I would recommend this experience to anyone I know.I felt like I was in such an historical building and will not soon forget it.
History experience!
Charles C,
Mar 22, 2025
5.00
They were able to accommodate the weather conditions and reschedule since it was sooo foggy to see anything. We got the opportunity to set it up for 2 days later and that was a breath of fresh air.
Of course, the views are...
Rod J,
Mar 22, 2025
5.00
Of course, the views are inspiring but the process of getting through lines with speed and the efficiency we paid extra for was great.
Express!!!!!!!
Margaret W,
Mar 22, 2025
5.00
The Express Red Carpet is so worth it! We jumped lines and got priority elevator service. We were up and back in just over an hour for a fabulous experience.