Empire State Building Main Deck Observatory Ticket
Iconic Manhattan views from the 86th-floor open-air deck.
Overview
Take in Manhattan from the open-air 86th-floor Main Deck of the Empire State Building, and visit the interactive museum about the building’s history on the way up.
Duration
1h 30m
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile ticket
Cancellation
Free cancellation available
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Highlights
- 86th-floor open-air observatory
- Interactive museum of the building’s history
- Optional 102nd-floor upgrade
About this experience
Visit the observation decks of the Empire State Building, one of the best-known Art Deco skyscrapers in the world. Explore the museum on the second floor about the building and its history, then ride up to the 86th-floor open-air deck for 360° views of Manhattan, Central Park and the Hudson River. Add the 102nd floor for floor-to-ceiling windows at the very top.
Compare options
Main Deck (86th Floor) Standard ticket
Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours before the start time; No refund within 24 hours of the start time.
from$55.61
Main Deck + Top Deck (102nd Floor)
Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours before the start time; No refund within 24 hours of the start time.
from$99.84
What’s included
- Main deck (86th floor) entry
- 102nd floor (upgrade only)
- Express entry
Opening hours
Daily 09:00 – 00:00 (last elevator 23:15)
Venues can change hours for holidays and seasons; the time on your ticket always applies.
Location
Empire State Building
20 W 34th St, New York, NY
How to reach
Subway: 34 St – Herald Sq (B, D, F, M, N, Q, R, W) or 33 St (6), a short walk.
Enter at 20 West 34th Street, between 5th and 6th Avenues.
Know before you go
- Open until 2 am; last lift at 1:15 am
- Security screening at entry
Cancellation policy
Main Deck (86th Floor)
Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours before the start time; No refund within 24 hours of the start time.
Main Deck + Top Deck (102nd Floor)
Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours before the start time; No refund within 24 hours of the start time.
Reviews
4.9
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