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Top of the Rock

Visit the Top of the Rock and view New York’s spectacular skyline from its 360-degree observation decks on Levels 67, 69, and 70. Get Top of the Rock tickets for direct access to the observation decks on all levels, or book combo tickets to visit other top attractions in the city such as the Empire State Building.

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Top of the Rock
Visitors viewing Manhattan skyline at dusk from Top of the Rock, Rockefeller Center, New York.
Top of the Rock Observatory view, New York All-Inclusive Pass by Go City.
Visitors enjoying the view of New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors enjoying the panoramic view of New York City from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors at Top of the Rock Observation Deck viewing New York City skyline.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors viewing New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
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  • Enjoy breathtaking 360-degree panoramas from the observation decks, including Central Park and the Empire State Building.

  • Explore 3 observation levels, with the open-air deck on the 70th floor providing an exhilarating experience high above the city streets.

  • Add more thrill by upgrading to The Beam Experience, or upgrade to a VIP Pass for priority access, a private elevator ride, the Skylift, and The Beam Experience.

  • Relax with a complimentary champagne toast at the Weather Room (21+) with your VIP Pass, while soaking in the spectacular surroundings, and get 20% off at the gift shop.

  • Did you know? 30 Rockefeller Plaza was the tallest building in the world when it was completed in 1933. Now that's truly reaching for the sky!

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  • Enjoy breathtaking 360-degree panoramas from the observation decks, including Central Park and the Empire State Building.

  • Explore 3 observation levels, with the open-air deck on the 70th floor providing an exhilarating experience high above the city streets.

  • Add more thrill by upgrading to The Beam Experience, or upgrade to a VIP Pass for priority access, a private elevator ride, the Skylift, and The Beam Experience.

  • Relax with a complimentary champagne toast at the Weather Room (21+) with your VIP Pass, while soaking in the spectacular surroundings, and get 20% off at the gift shop.

  • Did you know? 30 Rockefeller Plaza was the tallest building in the world when it was completed in 1933. Now that's truly reaching for the sky!

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Top of the Rock Observation Deck & The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Tickets
Couple looking at Empire State Building from Top of the Rock
Friends clicking picture on Top of the Rock Observation
Warhol exhibit with visitors viewing iconic pop art pieces, part of Combo Save 27% tour.
Visitors observing paintings at The Museum of Modern Art, New York City.
Visitors enjoying the panoramic view of New York City from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Evening skyline view of New York City from Top of the Rock, Rockefeller Center.
Visitors viewing Manhattan skyline at dusk from Top of the Rock, Rockefeller Center, New York.
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.
The Dream by Henri Rousseau in The Museum of Modern Art
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  • Visit two NYC icons with one ticket—Top of the Rock and MoMA—saving time, money, and the hassle of booking separately.

  • Take in panoramic views from three observation levels at Top of the Rock, including open-air terraces and skyline sights like Central Park and the Empire State Building.

  • Explore Rockefeller Center’s Art Deco interiors, interactive exhibits, and the colorful Breezeway.

  • Discover 150,000+ artworks at MoMA, from modern masters like Van Gogh, Picasso, and Warhol to today's leading contemporary voices.

  • Use free multilingual audio guides to explore the galleries, and make time for rotating exhibitions, on-site dining, and the award-winning MoMA Design Store.

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  • Visit two NYC icons with one ticket—Top of the Rock and MoMA—saving time, money, and the hassle of booking separately.

  • Take in panoramic views from three observation levels at Top of the Rock, including open-air terraces and skyline sights like Central Park and the Empire State Building.

  • Explore Rockefeller Center’s Art Deco interiors, interactive exhibits, and the colorful Breezeway.

  • Discover 150,000+ artworks at MoMA, from modern masters like Van Gogh, Picasso, and Warhol to today's leading contemporary voices.

  • Use free multilingual audio guides to explore the galleries, and make time for rotating exhibitions, on-site dining, and the award-winning MoMA Design Store.

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Top of the Rock Observatory view, New York All-Inclusive Pass by Go City.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors at Top of the Rock Observation Deck viewing New York City skyline.
Visitors enjoying the view of New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors engaging with the Beam experience at Top of the Rock, New York City skyline in the background.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors enjoying the view from Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center during the holiday season in New York City.
Visitors enjoying the panoramic view of New York City from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Rockefeller Center holiday lights with Top of the Rock view, New York City.
Visitors viewing New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
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  • Visit all 3 levels of Top of the Rock’s observation decks—67th, 69th, and 70th floors, for stunning indoor and outdoor views of NYC, including Central Park and the Empire State Building.

  • Watch a short welcome film at the Welcome Gallery and enjoy climate-controlled indoor areas, breezy open-air decks, and a rooftop with uninterrupted, panoramic skyline views.

  • Elevate your visit with The Beam Experience, where you sit on a steel beam replica, rise 12 feet, and rotate 180° to capture a thrilling photo above the New York City skyline.

  • Recreate the iconic 1932 Lunch atop a Skyscraper moment and walk away with a photo that blends nostalgia and thrills.

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  • Visit all 3 levels of Top of the Rock’s observation decks—67th, 69th, and 70th floors, for stunning indoor and outdoor views of NYC, including Central Park and the Empire State Building.

  • Watch a short welcome film at the Welcome Gallery and enjoy climate-controlled indoor areas, breezy open-air decks, and a rooftop with uninterrupted, panoramic skyline views.

  • Elevate your visit with The Beam Experience, where you sit on a steel beam replica, rise 12 feet, and rotate 180° to capture a thrilling photo above the New York City skyline.

  • Recreate the iconic 1932 Lunch atop a Skyscraper moment and walk away with a photo that blends nostalgia and thrills.

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Sculpture at the foot of Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center holiday lights with Top of the Rock view, New York City.
Tour group with guide at Rockefeller Center, New York City, exploring iconic landmarks.
Wall murals at Rockefeller Center
The Prometheus statue outside Rockefeller Center
NBC Studios neon sign, Rockefeller Center Guided Tour
Radio City Music Hall exterior view during Rockefeller Center guided tour in New York City.
Rockefeller Center Entrance
Rooftop garden view at Rockefeller Center, New York City, with skyline in the background.
Exterior of Rockefeller Center
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors enjoying the panoramic view of New York City from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
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  • On a 75-min walking tour, experience the history, art, and architecture of Rockefeller Center, one of New York City’s most iconic landmarks.

  • Your ticket includes a guided tour led by a professional historian, complete with stories, legends, and secrets.

  • Visit the 30 Rockefeller Plaza (home to NBC Studios and the famous "30 Rock" building), the legendary Radio City Music Hall, and a variety of celebrated public artworks, including Paul Manship’s Prometheus and Isamu Noguchi’s News.

  • Gain historic insights about the Center’s origins during the Great Depression, the iconic Christmas tree lighting, and its status today as a National Historic Landmark.

  • Upgrade your experience with a VIP Pass to get priority access to Top of the Rock, among other added perks, or a fun-filled, weekends-only Junior Tour for families to engage the younger guests through interactive storytelling.

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  • On a 75-min walking tour, experience the history, art, and architecture of Rockefeller Center, one of New York City’s most iconic landmarks.

  • Your ticket includes a guided tour led by a professional historian, complete with stories, legends, and secrets.

  • Visit the 30 Rockefeller Plaza (home to NBC Studios and the famous "30 Rock" building), the legendary Radio City Music Hall, and a variety of celebrated public artworks, including Paul Manship’s Prometheus and Isamu Noguchi’s News.

  • Gain historic insights about the Center’s origins during the Great Depression, the iconic Christmas tree lighting, and its status today as a National Historic Landmark.

  • Upgrade your experience with a VIP Pass to get priority access to Top of the Rock, among other added perks, or a fun-filled, weekends-only Junior Tour for families to engage the younger guests through interactive storytelling.

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Top of the Rock Observatory view, New York All-Inclusive Pass by Go City.
The Persistence of Memory by Salvador Dalí in The Museum of Modern Art
Foundation Hall
Couple enjoying New York skyline view with Go City All-Inclusive Pass.
View from The Edge observation deck in New York City with skyline, part of New York All-Inclusive Pass.
Welcome Grid at One World Observatory entrance with New York City skyline in background.
Visitors viewing Manhattan skyline at dusk from Top of the Rock, Rockefeller Center, New York.
Facade of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York, a popular destination included in the Combo Save 27% tour package
Ground Zero tour group at 9/11 Memorial near museum entrance, New York City.
Statue of Liberty viewed from a cruise, New York City tour, Empire State Building access included.
Empire State Building Observatory view with skip-the-line entry ticket option.
Visitors on the Edge Observation Deck overlooking New York City skyline.
New York City cityscape New York City panorama
Visitors standing on the Top of the Rock Observation Deck in New York City, enjoying panoramic views.
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  • See NYC your way with flexible entry to Top of the Rock and 2 or 3 more top attractions—all with one digital pass.

  • Skip the ticket lines and head straight to panoramic views from three levels of the Top of the Rock observation deck.

  • Pick 2 or 3 of your favorites from 100+ attractions—think Statue of Liberty, MoMA, The Edge, Circle Line Cruises, and more.

  • Save up to 40% compared to individual tickets, with 30 days to use your pass once activated.

  • Planning is made easy with the Go City app—track attractions, get insider tips, build itineraries, and keep everything in one place.

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  • See NYC your way with flexible entry to Top of the Rock and 2 or 3 more top attractions—all with one digital pass.

  • Skip the ticket lines and head straight to panoramic views from three levels of the Top of the Rock observation deck.

  • Pick 2 or 3 of your favorites from 100+ attractions—think Statue of Liberty, MoMA, The Edge, Circle Line Cruises, and more.

  • Save up to 40% compared to individual tickets, with 30 days to use your pass once activated.

  • Planning is made easy with the Go City app—track attractions, get insider tips, build itineraries, and keep everything in one place.

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New York City skyline with iconic landmarks, part of the New York CityPASS tour.
Statue of Liberty with New York City skyline in the background, part of New York CityPASS attractions.
Empire State Building view from observation deck, New York City skyline in background.
American Museum of Natural History dinosaur exhibit, New York CityPASS.
Ferry approaching Statue of Liberty with Ellis Island in the background, New York City.
New York CityPASS visitors at 9/11 Memorial and Museum reflecting pool.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Aircraft carrier deck with fighter jets at Intrepid Museum, New York City.
Guggenheim Museum exterior with unique spiral architecture in New York City.
Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises boat passing by the Statue of Liberty in New York City.
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  • Explore NYC your way with a single pass that grants access to 5 top attractions—2 fixed and 3 of your choice. Save up to 41% compared to buying individual tickets.

  • Get guaranteed entry to the Empire State Building and the American Museum of Natural History, two iconic experiences every visitor should tick off.

  • Then take your pick from attractions like Top of the Rock, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, Guggenheim Museum, Circle Line cruises, and the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.

  • Reduce the stress of planning with instant mobile tickets and a generous 9-day validity.

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  • Explore NYC your way with a single pass that grants access to 5 top attractions—2 fixed and 3 of your choice. Save up to 41% compared to buying individual tickets.

  • Get guaranteed entry to the Empire State Building and the American Museum of Natural History, two iconic experiences every visitor should tick off.

  • Then take your pick from attractions like Top of the Rock, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, Guggenheim Museum, Circle Line cruises, and the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.

  • Reduce the stress of planning with instant mobile tickets and a generous 9-day validity.

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Visitors enjoying the view from Top of the Rock Observation Deck, New York City, with Beam Experience.
Visitors enjoying the view from Top of the Rock Observation Deck, New York City, with VIP Beam Experience.
Visitors standing on the Top of the Rock Observation Deck in New York City, enjoying panoramic views.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors enjoying the view from Top of the Rock Observation Deck, New York City, with the Beam Experience.
Visitors viewing New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views of New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors enjoying the view from Top of the Rock Observation Deck, New York City, with Beam Experience.
Visitors enjoying the view from Top of the Rock Observation Deck, New York City, with Beam Experience.
Visitors enjoying the view from Top of the Rock Observation Deck, New York City, with Beam Experience.
Visitor photographing Empire State Building from Top of the Rock, New York City.
Visitors enjoying the view from Top of the Rock Observation Deck, New York City, with Beam Experience.
Visitors on the Top of the Rock Observation Deck enjoying panoramic views of New York City skyline.
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  • Enjoy a complete VIP experience at Top of the Rock, which includes priority access to all three observation levels, private rides on the Beam & Skylift, a beverage at the Weather Room, and a retail store discount.

  • With skip-the-line entry and priority elevator access, ascend quickly to the 69th floor for a guided tour of Top of the Rock.

  • Experience two of its latest attractions—pose on the Beam for nostalgia and ascend higher than the 70th floor on Skylift.

  • Raise a toast at the Weather Room on the 67th floor, receive a complimentary photo package of your experience on the Beam, and save up to 20% at the gift shop on souvenirs.

  • Upgrade to include a guided walking tour of Rockefeller Center—uncover its hidden art, design legacy, and rooftop garden.

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  • Enjoy a complete VIP experience at Top of the Rock, which includes priority access to all three observation levels, private rides on the Beam & Skylift, a beverage at the Weather Room, and a retail store discount.

  • With skip-the-line entry and priority elevator access, ascend quickly to the 69th floor for a guided tour of Top of the Rock.

  • Experience two of its latest attractions—pose on the Beam for nostalgia and ascend higher than the 70th floor on Skylift.

  • Raise a toast at the Weather Room on the 67th floor, receive a complimentary photo package of your experience on the Beam, and save up to 20% at the gift shop on souvenirs.

  • Upgrade to include a guided walking tour of Rockefeller Center—uncover its hidden art, design legacy, and rooftop garden.

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$206.86
Top of the Rock Observation Deck and Edge Observation Deck Tickets
Visitors enjoying the view of New York City skyline from Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors enjoying the panoramic view of New York City from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck.
Visitors standing on the glass floor at Edge, New York, overlooking the city skyline.
Elevator Experience at edge observatory
North view from Top of the Rock, showcasing Central Park and Manhattan skyline, New York City.
Couple taking selfie with Empire State Building in background at Top of the Rock, Rockefeller Center, New York.
View from Top of the rock of Central Park Tower
Visitors enjoying views at the Champagne bar, Edge Observation Deck, New York City.
Sky bloom at the edge observatory
Edge Observation Deck view of New York City skyline with Hudson River, featuring Edge Flex Pass entry.
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  • Access two of NYC’s most iconic observatories with one combo ticket and take in skyline views from both Midtown and Hudson Yards.

  • Timed entry to Top of the Rock gets you access to all three levels, with sweeping indoor-outdoor views over Central Park and the Empire State.

  • At Edge, step out onto the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, walk the glass floor, and feel the thrill of leaning out 100+ floors up.

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  • Access two of NYC’s most iconic observatories with one combo ticket and take in skyline views from both Midtown and Hudson Yards.

  • Timed entry to Top of the Rock gets you access to all three levels, with sweeping indoor-outdoor views over Central Park and the Empire State.

  • At Edge, step out onto the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, walk the glass floor, and feel the thrill of leaning out 100+ floors up.

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$80.68

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Top of the Rock and NYC Helicopter Tickets
Couple taking selfie with Empire State Building in background at Top of the Rock, Rockefeller Center, New York.
People sitting on The Beam at Top of the Rock, Rockefeller Center, New York City skyline in background.
Helicopter flying over New York City skyline with view of iconic skyscrapers.
Aerial view of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
Children using binoculars at Top of the Rock, Rockefeller Center, New York City skyline view.
Men taking selfie at Top of the Rock, Rockefeller Center, New York City skyline in background.
Woman viewing Manhattan skyline through binoculars at Top of the Rock, Rockefeller Center, New York.
Manhattan skyline from Top of the Rock, Rockefeller Center, New York.
Helicopter flying over New York City skyline with view of iconic skyscrapers.
Aerial view of Manhattan
Aerial View of George Washington Bridge
Helicopter flying over New York City skyline with view of iconic skyscrapers.
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  • See NYC from two incredible vantage points—850+ feet in the air at Top of the Rock and 1,500+ feet above in a helicopter, without juggling separate bookings.

  • Timed entry to the Top of the Rock Observation Deck gets you access to all three observation decks, with sweeping views of Central Park, Midtown, and Downtown Manhattan.

  • Soar above New York on a 15-min helicopter ride and catch aerial views of landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building with live pilot narration through noise-cancelling headsets.

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  • See NYC from two incredible vantage points—850+ feet in the air at Top of the Rock and 1,500+ feet above in a helicopter, without juggling separate bookings.

  • Timed entry to the Top of the Rock Observation Deck gets you access to all three observation decks, with sweeping views of Central Park, Midtown, and Downtown Manhattan.

  • Soar above New York on a 15-min helicopter ride and catch aerial views of landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building with live pilot narration through noise-cancelling headsets.

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About Top of the Rock

The legendary Rockefeller Centre, spanning 22 acres, is an iconic symbol of the American dream. Top of the Rock offers a sweeping panoramic view of how America has achieved this dream in its bustling center of commerce, New York. The 70th-floor observatory will keep you captivated with its unparalleled view of the bustling city below.


Address
30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112, USA
Year opened
2005
Founded by
Raymond Hood (Gabellini Sheppard Associates)
Visitors per year
3000000
Expected wait time - Standard
1-2 hours (Peak), 30-60 mins (Off Peak)
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László Barta-Vámos
HU

László

4/5
Hungary
Lot's of new information about the Rockefeller buildings. Our guide was really enthusiastic and well prepared. It would be better if the tour would contain the observation desk.
Luis Fernando Cedeno Medrano
MX

Luis

5/5
Mexico
The checkout process at headout was so smooth I was surprised. The entrance at the Top of the Rock was easy and straightforward from the subway, and the views are totally worth it!
Diana Carolina Vargas Macias
US

Diana

5/5
United States
The hostel's location is excellent. I could walk to every place I wanted to visit in NYC. Additionally, I was pleasantly surprised by how quiet it was all time.
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
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.
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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