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New York Tickets Observation Decks

NYC Observation Decks

Tickets to New York's Best Views

One World Observatory: Skip The Ticket Line

One World Observatory: Skip The Ticket Line

Edge NYC: Entry Ticket

Edge NYC: Entry Ticket

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt

Empire State Building General Admission: Main Deck

Empire State Building General Admission: Main Deck

One World Observatory: Skip All Lines

One World Observatory: Skip All Lines

Edge NYC: Champagne Admission

Edge NYC: Champagne Admission

Ground Zero All-Access Guided Tour + One World Observatory

Ground Zero All-Access Guided Tour + One World Observatory

New York: Manhattan Highlights Guided Tour + SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Entry

New York: Manhattan Highlights Guided Tour + SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Entry

Empire State Building: 102nd Floor Top Deck & 86th Floor Observatory

Empire State Building: 102nd Floor Top Deck & 86th Floor Observatory

Empire State Building: Express Entry

Empire State Building: Express Entry

Ground Zero All-Access Guided Tour + 9/11 Museum + One World Observatory

Ground Zero All-Access Guided Tour + 9/11 Museum + One World Observatory

Edge NYC: Sunset VIP Admission

Edge NYC: Sunset VIP Admission

Good to Know Before You Go

Book sunset early

Sunset slots are the most popular on every deck. Book ahead if you want golden hour, or go earlier in the day for quieter viewing areas.

Check the weather

Clear days give the longest views. The Empire State Building's 86th floor and Edge's sky deck are open-air, so dress for the conditions.

Security and banned items

Expect bag screening on arrival. Glass, weapons, tripods and monopods are not allowed at the Empire State Building.

Bringing children

Children under 6 enter the Empire State Building free, but a children's ticket still needs to be selected when you book.

Frequently Asked Questions about NYC Observation Decks

Which observation decks can I book here?

This page covers the Empire State Building, Edge at Hudson Yards, SUMMIT One Vanderbilt and One World Observatory, plus tours that include deck entry.

Which deck is the highest?

Edge's outdoor sky deck sits about 1,100 feet above the street. SUMMIT's Levitation skyboxes hang 1,063 feet above Madison Avenue, and the Empire State Building's highest public level is the 102nd floor.

What's the difference between the Empire State Building tickets?

The main deck ticket covers the 86th-floor observatory and the 2nd-floor exhibits. The 102nd Floor ticket adds the Top Deck, and the Express Entry ticket lets you skip the queues.

Where is the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt entrance?

The entrance is on the Main Concourse level of Grand Central Terminal at 45 East 42nd Street. Arrive about 15 minutes before your time slot.

Can I combine an observation deck with a tour?

Yes. The Manhattan Highlights walking tour ends with SUMMIT One Vanderbilt entry, and several Ground Zero tours include One World Observatory.

Are the observation decks wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The Empire State Building, Edge and SUMMIT One Vanderbilt are all wheelchair accessible.

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