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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.

Open today

09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Recommended duration

2 hours

One World Observatory
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Panoramic New York views at One World Observatory
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One World Observatory view of New York City skyline with City Pulse interactive exhibit.
Welcome Grid at One World Observatory New York City
Welcome Wall at One World Observatory New York City
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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$47.90
One World Observatory Tickets and 9/11 Memorial & Museum Tickets
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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.

from $80.90
$76.85

5% off

One World Observatory view of New York City skyline with City Pulse interactive exhibit.
Exterior view of One World Observatory in New york
Guests viewing New York skyline from One World Observatory
Guests viewing New York skyline from One World Observatory
Welcome Grid at One World Observatory New York City
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 your adrenaline flowing as you go up the SkyPod elevator in only 47 seconds, without waiting in any lines, and be treated by the magnificent views.

  • Be in high spirits as you immerse yourself in the breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, and check out iconic spots like the Hudson River from the sky.

  • Get ready for an interactive adventure as the One World Explorer guide takes you on a virtual helicopter ride to 40 attractions in NYC.

  • Spread the love by buying some 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 your adrenaline flowing as you go up the SkyPod elevator in only 47 seconds, without waiting in any lines, and be treated by the magnificent views.

  • Be in high spirits as you immerse yourself in the breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, and check out iconic spots like the Hudson River from the sky.

  • Get ready for an interactive adventure as the One World Explorer guide takes you on a virtual helicopter ride to 40 attractions in NYC.

  • Spread the love by buying some 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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$69.68
Couple enjoying city skyline view from One World Observatory, New York, with deluxe skip-all-lines ticket.
Tourists enjoying the panoramic city view from One World Observatory with Deluxe Skip-All-Lines Ticket in New York
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City from One World Observatory.
Tourists enjoying the panoramic city view from One World Observatory with Deluxe Skip-All-Lines Ticket in New York
One World Observatory view of New York City skyline with City Pulse interactive exhibit.
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Tourists enjoying the panoramic city view from One World Observatory with Deluxe Skip-All-Lines Ticket in New York
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  • Go straight to the top of the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere with fast-track and priority access to the ticketing and elevator lines.

  • Skip ticketing lines and immerse yourself in magnificent views of the Manhattan skyline as you gaze 45 miles out to see legendary landmarks like Lady Liberty.

  • Can't figure out where's New York Harbor or Hudson River? The interactive, virtual reality 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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  • Go straight to the top of the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere with fast-track and priority access to the ticketing and elevator lines.

  • Skip ticketing lines and immerse yourself in magnificent views of the Manhattan skyline as you gaze 45 miles out to see legendary landmarks like Lady Liberty.

  • Can't figure out where's New York Harbor or Hudson River? The interactive, virtual reality 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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$58.80
One World Observatory Tickets and Tickets to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island with Ferry Transfers
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Statue of Liberty with ferry approaching, Ellis Island visible in background, New York City tour.
Tourists at City Pulse at One World Observatory
Welcome Grid at One World Observatory New York City
Woman on a ferry overlooking the Statue of Liberty
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with New York City skyline in the background.
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  • Say goodbye to waiting at the ticket lines with skip-the-box-office access 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 at the ticket lines with skip-the-box-office access 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.

from $79.70
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Tourists at City Pulse at One World Observatory
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Couple enjoying city skyline view from One World Observatory, New York, with deluxe skip-all-lines ticket.
Panoramic New York views at One World Observatory
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City from One World Observatory.
One World Observatory view of New York City skyline with City Pulse interactive exhibit.
Guests viewing New York skyline from One World Observatory
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1 hour
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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.
Tourists at 100th-floor observation deck at One World Observatory
Tourists at City Pulse at One World Observatory
Visitors enjoying panoramic views from the Edge Observation Deck in New York City.
Glass walls of Eastern Overhang at Edge Observation Deck
One World Observatory view of New York City skyline with City Pulse interactive exhibit.
Welcome Grid at One World Observatory New York City
Welcome Wall at One World Observatory New York City
Visitors enjoying panoramic views from the Edge Observation Deck in New York City.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views from the Edge Observation Deck in New York City.
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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The Starry Night by Vincent Van Gogh in The Museum of Modern Art
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Panoramic New York views at One World Observatory
Tourists at City Pulse at One World Observatory
Welcome Grid at One World Observatory New York City
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
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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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$70.62

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26887 - New York - Combo (Savse 1%): One World Observatory Tickets + 15-Min Standard NYC Helicopter Tour - 11
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Flexible duration
Mobile Ticket
  • Spend more time enjoying the beauty of NYC with these skip-the-box-office tickets that let you escape the ticketing lines to the One World Observatory.

  • Have a thrilling experience as you dash up more than 100 floors in only 47 seconds with the SkyPod elevators, among the fastest in the world.

  • Want to save time but still cover multiple attractions in New York? This convenient 15-min helicopter tour of NYC does just that!

  • Glide over the Manhattan skyline and all its iconic spots, like the Chrysler Building and Ellis Island while your pilot provides insightful commentary.

  • Fun fact: The One World Observatory elevators can travel a fascinating 23 miles per hour!

More details

  • Spend more time enjoying the beauty of NYC with these skip-the-box-office tickets that let you escape the ticketing lines to the One World Observatory.

  • Have a thrilling experience as you dash up more than 100 floors in only 47 seconds with the SkyPod elevators, among the fastest in the world.

  • Want to save time but still cover multiple attractions in New York? This convenient 15-min helicopter tour of NYC does just that!

  • Glide over the Manhattan skyline and all its iconic spots, like the Chrysler Building and Ellis Island while your pilot provides insightful commentary.

  • Fun fact: The One World Observatory elevators can travel a fascinating 23 miles per hour!

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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
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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Luigi Di Bartolomei
IT

Luigi

5/5
Italy
I loved the fact that we could visit whatever attraction we wanted without any kind of constraint. We felt free to enjoy our stay the best way we could possibly imagine.
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