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One World Observatory

The One World Observatory is located atop the One World Trade Center, the tallest building in the US. Head to Level 100, 101 & 102 for an arresting panoramic view of New York City. Book One World Observatory tickets and enjoy night visits, get date night packages or choose combo experiences.

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09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Recommended duration

2 hours

One World Observatory
Exterior view of the One World Observatory
Welcome Wall at One World Observatory in NYC with digital display and visitors interacting.
Welcome Grid at One World Observatory entrance with New York City skyline in background.
Guests exploring See Forever® Theater at One World Observatory
Tourists on 100th-floor deck at One World Observatory viewing New York City skyline.
Guests exploring SkyPod elevators inside One World obervatory
One World Observatory with panoramic views of New York City skyline.
Tourists interacting with City Pulse display at One World Observatory, New York City.
One World Observatory view of New York City skyline with City Pulse interactive exhibit.
101st floor dining experience at One World Observatory - Restaurant NYC
New York City cityscape at night
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  • Save time by avoiding the ticketing lines with these convenient skip-the-box-office tickets to the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere.

  • Have an adrenaline-rushing experience as you fly up 102 floors in only 47 seconds in the SkyPod elevators, and admire the sublime views of NYC.

  • Feel the essence and energy of NYC through the See Forever® Theater which presents an audiovisual show featuring imagery and sounds of the city.

  • Upgrade your tickets to include flexible entry and fast-track access to security and elevators, thereby ensuring a fun and comfortable tour.

  • Did you know? The building stands at 1,776 feet, indicating the year Thirteen Colonies signed the Declaration of Independence.

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  • Save time by avoiding the ticketing lines with these convenient skip-the-box-office tickets to the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere.

  • Have an adrenaline-rushing experience as you fly up 102 floors in only 47 seconds in the SkyPod elevators, and admire the sublime views of NYC.

  • Feel the essence and energy of NYC through the See Forever® Theater which presents an audiovisual show featuring imagery and sounds of the city.

  • Upgrade your tickets to include flexible entry and fast-track access to security and elevators, thereby ensuring a fun and comfortable tour.

  • Did you know? The building stands at 1,776 feet, indicating the year Thirteen Colonies signed the Declaration of Independence.

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One World Observatory Tickets and 9/11 Memorial & Museum Tickets
Exterior view of the One World Observatory
Guests exploring SkyPod elevators inside One World obervatory
Women observing the 9/11 Memorial in New York City.
Firetruck exhibit in 9/11 Museum
Welcome Wall at One World Observatory in NYC with digital display and visitors interacting.
Welcome Grid at One World Observatory entrance with New York City skyline in background.
Exhibit in 9/11 Museum
9/11 Memorial waterfall with cascading water in New York City reflecting pool.
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  • Marvel at the remarkable beauty of New York City, including landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, and Brooklyn Bridge from the One World Observatory.

  • Skip the ticketing lines and explore the multiple attractions at the observatory like the Horizon Grid, and the See Forever® Theater.

  • Pay tribute to the nearly 3,000 people who lost their lives in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks by visiting the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.

  • Experience the journey of hope and resilience at the Survivor Tree, a Callery Pear tree that survived the heinous attacks and was nurtured back to health.

  • Did you know? On 9/11, an estimated 500,000 people were evacuated by boat in what became the largest maritime evacuation in history, known as the Boatlift.

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  • Marvel at the remarkable beauty of New York City, including landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, and Brooklyn Bridge from the One World Observatory.

  • Skip the ticketing lines and explore the multiple attractions at the observatory like the Horizon Grid, and the See Forever® Theater.

  • Pay tribute to the nearly 3,000 people who lost their lives in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks by visiting the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.

  • Experience the journey of hope and resilience at the Survivor Tree, a Callery Pear tree that survived the heinous attacks and was nurtured back to health.

  • Did you know? On 9/11, an estimated 500,000 people were evacuated by boat in what became the largest maritime evacuation in history, known as the Boatlift.

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Inside One World Observatory
Inside One World Observatory
One World Observatory exterior with New York skyline in the background.
Guests viewing New York skyline from One World Observatory
Guests exploring SkyPod elevators inside One World obervatory
Welcome Grid at One World Observatory entrance with New York City skyline in background.
101st floor dining experience at One World Observatory - Restaurant NYC
New York City cityscape at night
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  • Have a packed schedule? These super convenient flexible entry tickets to the One World Observatory allow you to enter at any time during the day.

  • Get priority entry to the elevator and security lines as you race to the observatory for NYC’s famous skyline views.

  • Get your adrenaline flowing as you go up the SkyPod elevator in only 47 seconds

  • Visit immersive exhibits, the See Forever® Theater, and the Horizon Grid, to learn more about the history and evolution of New York City.

  • Spread the love by buying gifts for your friends and family with the $15 complimentary voucher, or enjoy some delish snacks and drinks.

  • Fun fact: On clear days, you can even see the hills that extend out into Jersey!

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  • Have a packed schedule? These super convenient flexible entry tickets to the One World Observatory allow you to enter at any time during the day.

  • Get priority entry to the elevator and security lines as you race to the observatory for NYC’s famous skyline views.

  • Get your adrenaline flowing as you go up the SkyPod elevator in only 47 seconds

  • Visit immersive exhibits, the See Forever® Theater, and the Horizon Grid, to learn more about the history and evolution of New York City.

  • Spread the love by buying gifts for your friends and family with the $15 complimentary voucher, or enjoy some delish snacks and drinks.

  • Fun fact: On clear days, you can even see the hills that extend out into Jersey!

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Couple enjoying New York skyline view from One World Observatory with deluxe skip-all-lines ticket.
New York City cityscape New York City panorama
One World Observatory elevator interior with digital skyline display, New York City.
Guests exploring See Forever® Theater at One World Observatory
Guests using digital guide during One World Observatory tour
Tourists enjoying the panoramic city view from One World Observatory with Deluxe Skip-All-Lines Ticket in New York
Tourists enjoying the panoramic city view from One World Observatory with Deluxe Skip-All-Lines Ticket in New York
Tourists viewing New York City skyline from One World Observatory with skip-the-line tickets.
One World Observatory view of New York City skyline with City Pulse interactive exhibit.
101st floor dining experience at One World Observatory - Restaurant NYC
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  • You don't have to wait in line to book your ticket to visit One World Observatory with this ticket.

  • Get priority access to the elevator, through security lines, and go straight to the top of the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere.

  • Get timed entry to One World Observatory with your ticket.

  • Can't figure out where's New York Harbor or Hudson River? The One World Explorer digital guide will label 40 popular sites on the iPad screen.

  • Care for a bite? Use your complimentary $5 voucher to enjoy a meal or a drink at the observatory restaurant, or buy some gifts for your loved ones.

  • Upgrade your tickets to enjoy flexible entry, allowing you to enter the One World Observatory at any time that you please.

  • Fun fact: The building is often called the Freedom Tower as it's 1,776 feet tall and 1776 was the year the United States achieved independence from Great Britian.

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  • You don't have to wait in line to book your ticket to visit One World Observatory with this ticket.

  • Get priority access to the elevator, through security lines, and go straight to the top of the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere.

  • Get timed entry to One World Observatory with your ticket.

  • Can't figure out where's New York Harbor or Hudson River? The One World Explorer digital guide will label 40 popular sites on the iPad screen.

  • Care for a bite? Use your complimentary $5 voucher to enjoy a meal or a drink at the observatory restaurant, or buy some gifts for your loved ones.

  • Upgrade your tickets to enjoy flexible entry, allowing you to enter the One World Observatory at any time that you please.

  • Fun fact: The building is often called the Freedom Tower as it's 1,776 feet tall and 1776 was the year the United States achieved independence from Great Britian.

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One World Observatory Tickets and Tickets to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island with Ferry Transfers
Exterior view of the One World Observatory
Welcome Grid at One World Observatory entrance with New York City skyline in background.
Visitors exploring exhibits at the Statue of Liberty Museum, New York City.
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with New York City skyline in the background.
Guests exploring See Forever® Theater at One World Observatory
Tourists on 100th-floor deck at One World Observatory viewing New York City skyline.
Statue of Liberty viewed from a cruise, New York City tour, Empire State Building access included.
Ellis Island National Monument with Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor.
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  • Say goodbye to waiting and avoid the ticketing lines with these convenient skip-the-box-office tickets to the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, the One World Observatory.

  • Gaze 1,250 ft. down at the sprawling city of New York, and immerse yourself in unbeatable views of Manhattan, New York Harbor, and the Hudson River.

  • We know Lady Liberty is on your bucket list! Convenient ferry transfers will take you to this iconic attraction, as well as Ellis Island.

  • Explore the symbol of American Independence, the Statue of Liberty at your own pace with an audio guide, and also visit the Statue of Liberty Museum.

  • Fun fact: Lady Liberty's face is modeled on the artist's mother.

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  • Say goodbye to waiting and avoid the ticketing lines with these convenient skip-the-box-office tickets to the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, the One World Observatory.

  • Gaze 1,250 ft. down at the sprawling city of New York, and immerse yourself in unbeatable views of Manhattan, New York Harbor, and the Hudson River.

  • We know Lady Liberty is on your bucket list! Convenient ferry transfers will take you to this iconic attraction, as well as Ellis Island.

  • Explore the symbol of American Independence, the Statue of Liberty at your own pace with an audio guide, and also visit the Statue of Liberty Museum.

  • Fun fact: Lady Liberty's face is modeled on the artist's mother.

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Tourists interacting with City Pulse display at One World Observatory, New York City.
Exterior view of the One World Observatory
Kids having interaction with the instructor during One World Observatory VIP Tour
Kids having interaction with the instructor during One World Observatory VIP Tour
Couple enjoying New York skyline view from One World Observatory with deluxe skip-all-lines ticket.
One World Observatory with panoramic views of New York City skyline.
Guests exploring SkyPod elevators inside One World obervatory
Guests exploring See Forever® Theater at One World Observatory
101st floor dining experience at One World Observatory - Restaurant NYC
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  • Go premium with this 1 hour VIP tour of New York City's highest vantage point at the One World Observatory to learn about the city in-depth.

  • Enjoy priority entry through security, entry, and exit elevators, and visit the See Forever® Theater, a heart-pumping audiovisual experience showing the skyline!

  • See 360-degree views of Manhattan, New Jersey, its bridges, and iconic landmarks like the Bronx, Statue of Liberty, and others.

  • Savor a meal, sip on a drink, or pick up a souvenir with the $15 coupon for culinary delights or a keepsake.

  • Fun fact: The "City Pulse" feature in the Observatory provides guests with information about the city from actual New Yorkers.

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  • Go premium with this 1 hour VIP tour of New York City's highest vantage point at the One World Observatory to learn about the city in-depth.

  • Enjoy priority entry through security, entry, and exit elevators, and visit the See Forever® Theater, a heart-pumping audiovisual experience showing the skyline!

  • See 360-degree views of Manhattan, New Jersey, its bridges, and iconic landmarks like the Bronx, Statue of Liberty, and others.

  • Savor a meal, sip on a drink, or pick up a souvenir with the $15 coupon for culinary delights or a keepsake.

  • Fun fact: The "City Pulse" feature in the Observatory provides guests with information about the city from actual New Yorkers.

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One World Observatory and Edge Observation Deck view, New York City skyline.
Exterior view of the One World Observatory
Welcome Wall at One World Observatory in NYC with digital display and visitors interacting.
Visitors on the Edge Observation Deck overlooking New York City skyline.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views from the Edge Observation Deck in New York City.
Guests exploring See Forever® Theater at One World Observatory
One World Observatory with panoramic views of New York City skyline.
Eastern Point of the Edge Observation Deck
Indoor Sky Deck at the Edge observatory
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  • Soar to the 102nd floor of One World Observatory for 360-degree views, with the Horizon Grid highlighting landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and Empire State.

  • Ride the SkyPod elevators with dynamic visuals of NYC's evolution and see the city's skyline come alive in the See Forever® Theater.

  • At Edge step onto the glass floor for a thrilling view directly beneath you, and experience the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere.

  • Lean against angled glass walls to take in breathtaking, unobstructed views of NYC, from the Hudson River to Central Park.

  • Fun fact: One World Observatory sits atop the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, One World Trade Center!

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  • Soar to the 102nd floor of One World Observatory for 360-degree views, with the Horizon Grid highlighting landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and Empire State.

  • Ride the SkyPod elevators with dynamic visuals of NYC's evolution and see the city's skyline come alive in the See Forever® Theater.

  • At Edge step onto the glass floor for a thrilling view directly beneath you, and experience the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere.

  • Lean against angled glass walls to take in breathtaking, unobstructed views of NYC, from the Hudson River to Central Park.

  • Fun fact: One World Observatory sits atop the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, One World Trade Center!

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 City Pulse at One World Observatory New York City\Guest exploring artworks inside The Museum of Modern Art
New York City cityscape New York City panorama
Tourists on 100th-floor deck at One World Observatory viewing New York City skyline.
The Starry Night by Vincent Van Gogh in The Museum of Modern Art
Visitors observing paintings at The Museum of Modern Art, New York City.
One World Observatory with panoramic views of New York City skyline.
Tourists interacting with City Pulse display at One World Observatory, New York City.
Welcome Grid at One World Observatory entrance with New York City skyline in background.
The Persistence of Memory by Salvador Dalí in The Museum of Modern Art
Facade of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York, a popular destination included in the Combo Save 27% tour package
Visitor viewing Salvador Dali painting at The Museum of Modern Art, New York.
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  • Save 10% with this combo ticket compared to booking individual tickets, offering great value for an enriching city experience.

  • Flexible booking lets you visit both attractions on the same day or on different days, making it easy to fit into your schedule.

  • Ride the high-speed SkyPod elevator to the One World Observatory’s 102nd floor and explore interactive exhibits, including the See Forever Theater and Sky Portal.

  • Discover masterpieces like Van Gogh’s The Starry Night and Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d’Avignon at MoMA, alongside thought-provoking modern installations.

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  • Save 10% with this combo ticket compared to booking individual tickets, offering great value for an enriching city experience.

  • Flexible booking lets you visit both attractions on the same day or on different days, making it easy to fit into your schedule.

  • Ride the high-speed SkyPod elevator to the One World Observatory’s 102nd floor and explore interactive exhibits, including the See Forever Theater and Sky Portal.

  • Discover masterpieces like Van Gogh’s The Starry Night and Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d’Avignon at MoMA, alongside thought-provoking modern installations.

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Exterior view of the One World Observatory
Tourists on 100th-floor deck at One World Observatory viewing New York City skyline.
Exterior view of the American Museum of Natural History
Visitors exploring exhibits at the American Museum of Natural History on Combo Save 24% tour.
One World Observatory with panoramic views of New York City skyline.
One World Observatory view of New York City skyline with City Pulse interactive exhibit.
Guests exploring See Forever® Theater at One World Observatory
Diorama of diverse animal species in the Hall of Biodiversity, American Museum of Natural History, New York.
Dinosaur skeleton display at American Museum of Natural History, New York City.
Invisible Worlds in American Museum of Natural History
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  • With this combo ticket, save 10% and enjoy easy access to two of New York City's top attractions, making it a perfect way to immerse yourself in both unforgettable views and fascinating scientific discoveries.

  • Just a quick 20-minute subway ride between the two attractions, and stations conveniently located close to each, make your way from one spot to the next with ease.

  • The One World Observatory offers unparalleled panoramic views of New York City from the 100th floor, along with interactive experiences like the Sky Portal and See Forever Theater.

  • The American Museum of Natural History, featured in several popular films, is known for its towering dinosaur skeletons and a life-sized blue whale model.

  • Flexible scheduling allows you to visit both attractions on the same day or spread them out over two days to suit your itinerary.

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  • With this combo ticket, save 10% and enjoy easy access to two of New York City's top attractions, making it a perfect way to immerse yourself in both unforgettable views and fascinating scientific discoveries.

  • Just a quick 20-minute subway ride between the two attractions, and stations conveniently located close to each, make your way from one spot to the next with ease.

  • The One World Observatory offers unparalleled panoramic views of New York City from the 100th floor, along with interactive experiences like the Sky Portal and See Forever Theater.

  • The American Museum of Natural History, featured in several popular films, is known for its towering dinosaur skeletons and a life-sized blue whale model.

  • Flexible scheduling allows you to visit both attractions on the same day or spread them out over two days to suit your itinerary.

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About One World Observatory

Enjoy unobstructed views of the New York skyline from the state-of-the-art One World Observatory. Atop the tallest building in the western hemisphere, the One World Trade Center, it is the best way to see everything in New York all at once.


Address
117 West St, New York, NY 10007, USA
Year opened
2015
Founded by
David M. Childs
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Julie LIM
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Julie

5/5
France
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Superb view! Plus: the Statue of Liberty! The ticket takes you directly to the top of the Wod, with no need to queue to exchange tickets.
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One World Observatory Standard Ticket: Skip-the-Box-Office
Benjamin Medina Lopez

Benjamin

5/5
El Memorial de las victimas del 11 de septiembre describe a la perfección y humanisa lo sucedido, el observatorio es una maravilla arquitectónica y tecnológica ... amazing
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Lorenzo Patrick

Lorenzo

5/5
It’s the best tour to pick if you have kids. The guided tour is good for information and the skip the line tickets mean no waiting for your turn. My kids truly loved the observation deck, the see forever theatre is a great experience.
One World Observatory All-Inclusive Ticket: Skip-All-Lines with $15 Voucher
Clyde Tate

Clyde

4/5
The tour was very interesting, you learn so many facets of the attack including the human element which got lost in TV reporting. Pre-booking the combo meant that we had our whole day planned out in advance.
One World Observatory All-Inclusive Ticket: Skip-All-Lines with $15 Voucher
Lorraine Pierluissi Lopez
PR

Lorraine

5/5
Puerto Rico
It was so easy to use, you literally just find the attractions you want to see and head to the entrance with your QR code ticket pass. Even those where you have to book, the experience was easy to complete through the app. Will recommend.
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Sally Jo Friedman
US

Sally

5/5
United States
I loved that the ticket was available for our first event. When we were here years ago, we had to pick up the tickets and have them validated. Technology has really made this part great! It was easy to get there and go. We enjoyed the Islands very much!
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