NYC: Empire State Building Tickets - Observatory & Museum
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Activity provider: Empire State Building Observatory
Explore Washington DC's history on a full-day bus trip from NYC that includes hotel transfers. Follow your tour guide to the most important sights, museums, and memorials in DC.
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Duration 3 hours
Usually available in the evening
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English, Russian, Turkmen, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French, Ukrainian, Uzbek
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Highlights
Enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views of New York City and beyond from the legendary 86th-floor Observatory
Upgrade your visit to include the 102nd floor for an even higher vantage point with floor-to-ceiling windows
Discover the Empire State Building's interactive museum that brings its history and construction to life
Experience a family-friendly attraction suitable for visitors of all ages
Choose the Express Ticket for red-carpet entry and skip the regular lines
Full description
Step inside one of the world's most iconic landmarks and experience the Empire State Building, voted the #1 attraction in New York City. This timeless symbol of the city offers unmatched panoramic views, fascinating exhibits, and an unforgettable experience high above Manhattan.
Begin your visit at the 86th-floor Observatory, where you can take in stunning 360-degree views of the New York skyline. From this open-air deck, see famous landmarks such as Central Park, Times Square, the Statue of Liberty, and the Brooklyn Bridge.
Enhance your visit with the combo ticket, which grants access to the 102nd-floor Observatory. This newly renovated space features floor-to-ceiling glass windows that reveal a dramatic, bird's-eye view stretching across six states on a clear day.
Every ticket includes admission to the Empire State Building Museum, a state-of-the-art exhibition that takes you through the tower's rich history and cultural impact. Explore beautifully restored galleries that highlight the building's construction, engineering marvels, and appearances in film and media.
Don't miss the elegant Art Deco Fifth Avenue Lobby, featuring original details that have been meticulously preserved. Marvel at the two-story architectural model of the Empire State Building, and enjoy the modern amenities throughout the attraction.
Whether you visit during the day to see the city in vibrant color or at night to watch the skyline sparkle with lights, the Empire State Building offers a truly unforgettable New York experience.
Includes
General or Express skip-the-line entry (depending on the ticket selected)
Access to the 86th-floor Observatory and interactive museum exhibits
Admission to the 102nd-floor Observatory (depending on the ticket selected)
Entry to the Art Deco Fifth Avenue Lobby
Free Wi-Fi throughout the building
State-of-the-art air purification system ensuring optimal air quality
Booking fees and sales tax
Meeting point
The meeting point varies depending on the ticket option selected:
Sunrise Experience at the Empire State Building
86th & 102nd Floor Express Combo Ticket (Skip the Lines)
86th & 102nd Floor General Admission Combo Ticket
Express Ticket (86th Floor Skip the Line)
86th Floor General Admission Ticket
Important information
Not allowed: Luggage or large bags, Glass items or fragile objects
Know before you go: All visitors must pass through airport-style security screening. Avoid bringing glass, large packages, or marking instruments such as paint or markers.
For the best views and shortest wait times, plan your visit between 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM.
The Empire State Building is fully ADA compliant and wheelchair accessible. Both motorized and non-motorized wheelchairs, as well as service dogs, are permitted.
