Top of the Rock Observation Deck New York City Ticket
Overview
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1 hour
Mobile ticket
Anytime is the right time to visit the Top of the Rock Observation Deck. Perched 70 stories above the city at Rockefeller Center, the 360-degree views of New York City are unequaled anywhere else.
The journey begins in the Welcome Gallery, a space where you can capture memories with photo opportunities at iconic Rockefeller Center locations, and marvel at a dynamic model of the entire campus. From there, enjoy a film that brings the history and vision of this beloved landmark to life, before stepping into the high-speed elevator for a thrilling 43-second ride to the 67th floor.
Explore 3 floors with expansive, unobstructed indoor and outdoor viewing areas. The breathtaking views stretch for miles in every direction! You will take in views of New York's most famous landmarks including the Empire State Building, Central Park, the Chrysler Building, One World Trade Center, and the Statue of Liberty.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children 5 and under are free
Optional upgrade for the Beam Experience, guests must be a minimum of 42 inches (~107 cm) to ride the Beam.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Top of the Rock
Get the best view in all of New York City from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck at Rockefeller Center. Admission ticket included. Upgrade to include the Beam Experience and be lifted 12 feet above the deck to recreate the iconic "Lunch atop a Skyscraper" photo with the Beam Experience.
What‘s Included
Optional upgrade to the Beam Experience
Admission to Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Meeting points
Top of the Rock
30 Rockfeller Plaza, Enter on West 50th Street, between 5th & 6th Avenues New York City United States
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Options
General Admission Ticket
Ticket to Top of the Rock Observation Deck. Does not include the Beam experience.
Ticket + Beam Experience
Be lifted 12 feet above the deck to recreate the iconic "Lunch atop a Skyscraper" photo with the Beam Experience addition.
Reviews
4,576 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing views, additionals were disappointing
kate5889,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Top of the rock is great and the views are amazing, the employees were polite and helpful, the beam and skylift were not worth the additional money, the beam lasted for around 1 minute and the skylift was only for a few minutes
A suspended moment wasted
Rmn-pjl,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00The view will not disappoint you, it is magical. But the organization will make you forget the splendor of New York. 3 hours waiting in all! 2 hours to get up, 1 hour to get down. Catastrophic. We book for an hour with sunset we find ourselves closer to see the sunrise... (dark night .. very beautiful but it was not what was sought). In short, flee the top of the rock and find a building with a better organization to avoid this mishap...
Thank you Nankoo!!
Sophiesk98,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nankoo was incredible!! He made the whole experience ten times better and made everyone laugh, he was so friendly and helpful. Really left a lasting impression on the whole family!
Rushed and so busy for the evening skyline
louiseo202,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Our first booking was rearranged due to zero visibility but easily amended on the go city app. Unfortunately we were booked onto the next available season which was at 9pm the following day. The queues were huge and late getting in the building. Herded through quickly and no pictures taken at the bottom. Queues again to go in the lifts and once we arrived at the top we were told the venue closed at 10pm and to make our way back down in good time. This was 9.25pm so didn’t give us a relaxed experience to enjoy the packed views of the night skyline. The views were amazing but unfortunately was ruined by the rushing out of the venue. The shop was closed at the bottom. Bear this in mind if booking the 9pm session !! Overall an average experience. Would have been better to book the earlier session as we had done the previous evening
Observation deck
ashleez2026,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great good experience good good
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Roisin nighallach,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Unreal best views in the city. The skyline was lit in pink for valentines. No queues and staff were friendly and helpful
Best observatory
Roisin nighallach,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00No long queues here, lovely, helpful staff. Views are absolutely incredible
Great views
ryansI803AE,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I love the views and the history!
Good views but poor experience
sophiesox2015,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Too many tickets were sold for the session so it was overcrowded and we were herded in to tight spaces and held for long periods of time. We also did the sky lift which was a disappointment. If you plan to do the sky lift, don’t book ahead as we did because you can book on arrival and save $20 per person. Overall, a disappointing experience but the views are stunning!
Top of the morning at the Top of the Rock
neilsM5082EW,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Top of the Rock lived up to the billing - great attraction and would recommend for all. Staff were excellent, particularly Robert at the ticket office.
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