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Empire State Building 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck Tickets

Visitors on New York City's 102nd and 86th Floor Observation Decks enjoying panoramic skyline views.
Visitors on the 102nd Floor of Empire State Building
Visitors looking through binoculars on the 86th Floor of Empire State Building
Empire State Building exterior with surrounding New York City skyline.

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Marvel at the most breathtaking 360° views of New York City from the 86th and 102nd floors of the iconic Empire State Building, including landmarks like Central Park. Also, upgrade your tickets to view the city as the sun sets.

    • Watch the mesmerizing views of the New York skyline from the open-air observatories at the Empire State Building on the 86th and 102nd floors.

    • Come prepared to be stunned by the dreamy and surreal views of iconic landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge through the floor-to-ceiling glass windows on the 102nd floor.

    • During clear weather, get the amazing chance to see six states from one point, with mindblowing views up to 80 miles into the distance from the 102nd floor.

    • Get a short history lesson on the almost 100-year-old building as you take a look at the interactive exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors.

    • Upgrade your tickets and choose to visit the building at sunset and get some gorgeous views of the city.

    • Fun fact: The Empire State Building secured its fame because of the movie ‘King Kong’!

    • Access to the 86th and 102nd floor observatory decks

    • High-power binoculars

    • Art Deco lobby

    • Audio guide (app download)

    • Free high-speed Wi-Fi in the building

    • Access to the observatories at sunset (optional)

    • Hotel Transfers

    • Additional gratuities (optional)

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    What our guests say

    Lisa K Suchon

    Lisa

    Mar, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    My ticketing experience was easy and flawless! I did the sunset tour and it was perfect timing! Great views made it up in time to see the sunset! When I come back I'll do it again!
    Ian Astell

    Ian

    Mar, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    It's been 9 years since our last visit and was pleasantly surprised by the upgrades in that time. We loved the photos relating to the building of the ESB. The varying coloured lights are a spectacular view from wherever you see them in the city.
    María L Medina

    María

    Mar, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    It was amazing, we were in the middle of the clouds
    Susanne Bach

    Susanne

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Easy-to-get trickets to a GREAT experince! Not only was the view fantastic, the exhibition about the construction of ESB was exciting and informative.
    Robert Leo Martin

    Robert

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    It was every hoped for. I remember my Grandfather telling me about his experience many year's ago do I was delighted to follow in his footsteps
  • A bird’s eye view of New York City

    View the surreal New York skyline from the 102nd floor of the Empire State Building, 1,250 feet above the ground. The ticket gives you access to both the Main Deck on the 86th floor and the Top Deck on the 102nd floor. Enjoy a 360-degree view of the city from the floor-to-ceiling windows on all sides and check out New York City’s iconic landmarks, like Brooklyn Bridge and the Statue of Liberty. On clear days, you can also see 80 miles into the distance at six states, including New Jersey and Pennsylvania. For some mesmerizing views, get an upgrade on your tickets and visit the observatories at sunset.

    Exploring one of the most famous landmarks in New York

    This ticket gives you the opportunity to explore one of the most legendary buildings in New York, the art-deco-style Empire State Building. Once you enter the structure, marvel at the magnificent staircase that has a 2-story architectural model of the Empire State Building. While the views from the top are breathtaking, the 2nd and 80th floors also have a lot to offer. Step back in time as you explore the immersive exhibits on these floors that outline the almost 100-year-old history of the building. Don’t forget to check out the King Kong and Celebrity exhibits!

  • Empire State Building

    Monday10:00am - 11:30pmlast entry 10:45pm
    Tuesday10:00am - 11:30pmlast entry 10:45pm
    Wednesday10:00am - 11:30pmlast entry 10:45pm
    Thursday10:00am - 11:30pmlast entry 10:45pm
    Friday10:00am - 11:30pmlast entry 10:45pm
    Saturday10:00am - 11:30pmlast entry 10:45pm
    Sunday10:00am - 11:30pmlast entry 10:45pm
  • Accessibility

    • The building is wheelchair-accessible.

    • All audio, signage, and exhibits are available in 9 languages (English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean and Mandarin).

    • Service dogs are allowed throughout the building.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

    Ticket Redemption Point

    • Show your ticket at Empire State Building.

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

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