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Combo (Save 5%): Empire State Building 86th Floor Tickets + 15-Min Standard NYC Helicopter Tour

View of the entrance of the 86th floor
Inside view of the exhibition in Empire State Building
Helicopter on helipad in Lower Manhattan
Aerial View of Ellis Island

Get the best of NYC and save big with this combo offering city views from the Empire State Building's 86th floor and a thrilling 15-min helicopter tour!

Highlights

  • Head up to the Empire State Building's 86th-floor observatory for stunning views of NYC and use the binoculars for a closer look at the city below.

  • Explore the history of the building through informative exhibits and admire the Art Deco lobby with murals evoking the essence of the 1930s.

  • Enjoy a bird's-eye view of NYC landmarks like Central Park's green expanse and the Statue of Liberty during a 15-minute helicopter ride.

  • Enjoy live commentary from the pilot and marvel at the spire of the Empire State Building and the elegant Chrysler Building.

  • Fun Fact: The Empire State Building took just 1 year and 45 days to build, and the spire was originally designed as a docking station for airships.

Inclusions

Empire State Building

  • Entry to the 86th-floor observatory deck

  • High-power binoculars

  • Art Deco lobby access

  • Free wifi

15-Min Standard NYC Helicopter Tour

  • 12 to 15-minute shared helicopter tour

  • Aerial view of 9+ attractions

  • Live commentary by the pilot

  • Noise-cancelling headsets

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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CASTO MARTINEZ ROSADO

Casto

4/5

Aug, 2024

Great pilot and great experience. ... but we get a sms reporting it will be canceled 5 hour before, we waist our time solving it.
Karen Walker

Karen

5/5

Aug, 2024

Purchasing tickets online were easy. All the staff employees were friendly and knowledgeable and went out of there way to make our experience great! Thank you.
SEUNGDAE LEE

Seungdae

5/5

Aug, 2024

This is the reason why I went to the new york city. I could see the amazing top city view and the sunset; it was the most beautiful scene I have ever seen in my life.
Sarah M Caldwell

Sarah

5/5

Aug, 2024

It was the hardest thing we experienced about New York trying to find the entrance, especially with a senior citizen that wasn't very mobil, BUT once we found it, it was probably the best experience we had there
Laszlo Simon

Laszlo

5/5

Aug, 2024

The exhibitions and the building is awesome! We spent more than 1 hour in the building, we had a wonderful weather, so the view was very good! We visited the sights what we see from the terrace. Highly recommended!

Enjoy the best of NYC from the skies and the iconic Empire State Building on a budget with this combo deal. See the city from two unique perspectives in one unforgettable day.

Empire State Building 86th Floor Ticket

Step into the iconic Empire State Building and start your visit with a grand staircase leading to a detailed building model. Learn about its history through exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors, highlighting its rise as a pop culture icon. The Art Deco lobby is a treat, but the real deal is the 86th-floor observatory deck. Enjoy panoramic views of New York City, spotting landmarks like Central Park and Times Square.

15-Min Standard NYC Helicopter Tour from Downtown Manhattan

Get ready for an incredible ride above the Big Apple on a thrilling 15-minute helicopter tour! Picture yourself soaring high above New York City, cruising along the scenic Hudson River. As you look down, you'll spot famous landmarks like Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, standing proud. The pilot will fill you in on all the cool details as you pass by, making the experience even more exciting. Plus, with noise-canceling headsets, you can relax and enjoy every moment of this epic adventure!

Empire State Building

Monday10:00 AM - 11:00 PMlast entry 10:15 PM
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Saturday10:00 AM - 11:00 PMlast entry 10:15 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 11:00 PMlast entry 10:15 PM

Accessibility

Empire State Building

  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

  • Accessible toilets are available at the venue.

Additional information

15-Min Standard NYC Helicopter Tour

  • Children aged under the age of 2 years don’t require tickets but must sit on the lap of an adult.

  • The weight limit is 275 pounds or 125 kg per passenger, passengers who weigh more than this or close to this may have to wait for a flight that can safely accommodate their weight.

  • The helicopter does not fly over Manhattan itself, but up the Hudson, beside Manhattan.

  • Book your tickets in advance as the New York Helicopter Tour sells out quickly.

  • Plan your tour at the start of your NYC trip to account for potential rescheduling due to weather conditions.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

  • Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

Ticket redemption points

15-Min Standard NYC Helicopter Tour from Downtown Manhattan

  • Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.

Empire State Building: General Admission Tickets

  • Show your ticket at Empire State Building.

  • Address: 20 W 34th St., New York, NY 10001, United States.

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