About Empire State Building Observation Deck Tickets
Empire State Building Observation Deck Tickets help you plan this New York viewing attraction at Empire State. Compare the available dates and current ticket options before continuing to the secure booking flow. Current starting prices are shown from $50.08, subject to availability.
For empire state building observation deck tickets, compare timed-entry availability and check the arrival window for your chosen date. Weather, visibility and access to individual areas can vary, so review the live option before payment.
The supplied age guidance is Children under 6 (aged 5 and younger) enter free when accompanied by a paying adult.. The listed location is 20 W 34th St., New York, NY 10001, United States. Confirm the ticket option, arrival time and location in the booking details before travelling.
Practical information
- Age guidance:
- Children under 6 (aged 5 and younger) enter free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your time slot, with a full refund. This applies to all five ticket options. After that, tickets cannot be cancelled.
Highlights
- Book reserved entry to Manhattan's only open-air observation deck offering 360° city views
- Enjoy the flexibility to pick a time slot of your choice to enter the building; access immersive exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors
- Ride the elevator to the 86th floor for unobstructed views, now enhanced with free high-powered binoculars
- Connect to the free high-speed Wi-Fi to download the complimentary multimedia tour app to discover landmarks at your pace
- Upgrade to skip-the-line entry, the higher 102nd-floor deck with floor-to-ceiling glass views, or a sunrise visit with Starbucks Reserve coffee and Princi pastries.
What is included
- Access to 86th floor open-air observatory
- Entry to two floors of interactive exhibits
- Access to the restored Art Deco lobby
Not included
- Skip-the-line entry
What audiences say
4.6(4,997)
Visitors rate the Empire State Building about 4.8 / 5 for its sweeping 360-degree skyline views that stretch from Central Park to the Statue of Liberty, smooth Skip-the-Line and Sunrise entry options, friendly staff, fast elevators, and engaging exhibits like King Kong and the Art-Deco history rooms. Arriving at sunrise or sunset gives the best light and smaller crowds, while skip-the-line tickets help avoid midday queues.
Know before you go
- Use the visitors’ center entrance at 20 West 34th Street between Fifth Avenue and Broadway. The Fifth Avenue, 33rd Street, and 34th Street building entrances are reserved for office tenants and residents only.
Visitor guidelines
- All visitors must pass through a security screening similar to airport procedures. Large bags and luggage are not permitted.
- For safety reasons, items such as weapons, glass bottles, alcohol, and professional camera equipment are not allowed.
- Personal photography is encouraged. Tripods and professional camera setups require prior approval.
- The observation deck is open in most weather conditions. However, during severe weather, parts of the deck may be closed for safety.
- Visitors are expected to conduct themselves respectfully. Running, pushing, and other disruptive behaviors are not allowed.
- All five ticket options can be cancelled for free up to 24 hours before your time slot for a full refund. After that, tickets cannot be cancelled.
Good to know
How can I book Empire State Building Observation Deck Tickets?
Choose an available date, review the admission option and continue to the secure booking flow.
What should I check before buying empire state building observation deck tickets?
Check the valid date and time, what the selected option includes, the arrival or meeting point and any visitor restrictions shown before payment.
Where is Empire State Building Observation Deck Tickets?
Empire State Building Observation Deck Tickets is listed at Empire State, 20 W 34th St., New York, NY 10001, United States. Check the selected ticket for the exact entrance or meeting point.
