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Top of the Rock - Timings

Essential information about hours and closures for Top of the Rock.

Timings

Top of the Rock is open every day from 8:00 AM to 12:00 AM (midnight), and last entry is at 11:10 PM. It runs 365 days a year, holidays included. Visits go ahead in rain or shine.

Admission is timed, so you choose a date and entry time when you book. Once you are up on the decks there is no time limit. You can stay as long as you like until closing. On average, visitors spend about 45 minutes to an hour on the observation levels.

A visit is more than the decks. You go through a security checkpoint and the Welcome Gallery on the Mezzanine Level, where the theater film runs about five minutes. Then you take the elevator to the 67th, 69th and 70th floors.

The Weather Room Café & Bar on the 67th floor keeps the same hours as the deck, 8:00 AM to midnight.

As a suggestion, allow around 1.5 to 2 hours in total if you want to see the gallery, explore all three levels without rushing, and stop for a drink or a bite.

If you are adding The Beam or SKYLIFT, give yourself a little more time.

Top of the Rock - General Admission

Highlights

Three levels of observation decks, with terraces facing north, south, east and west.

9,500 square feet of outdoor viewing space.

An open-air 70th-floor deck with views of Central Park, the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center and Lower Manhattan.

VIP Top of the Rock Pass

Highlights

Start in the VIP Lounge and skip the public lines using a private elevator.

Step onto the SKYLIFT glass platform three stories above the 70th floor for 360-degree views.

Recreate the famous 1932 photo of ironworkers having lunch on a steel beam.

Top of the Rock: Entry Ticket + 2 Attractions

Highlights

Visit the indoor and outdoor observation decks at Top of the Rock, with terraces facing in all directions over New York City.

Choose 2 more attractions from 90+ options to add to your NYC itinerary.

Browse art at world-renowned museums, take a speedboat ride on the BEAST or tour Radio City Music Hall.

Ride a bike over the Brooklyn Bridge, or take a ferry to the Ellis Island Immigration Museum and see the Statue of Liberty.

Top of the Rock: Entry Ticket + 2 Attractions

Highlights

Visit the indoor and outdoor observation decks at Top of the Rock, with terraces facing in all directions over New York City.

Choose 2 more attractions from 90+ options to add to your NYC itinerary.

Browse art at world-renowned museums, take a speedboat ride on the BEAST or tour Radio City Music Hall.

Ride a bike over the Brooklyn Bridge, or take a ferry to the Ellis Island Immigration Museum and see the Statue of Liberty.

Top of the Rock: Admission + The Beam Experience

Highlights

Marvel at views of the New York City skyline from 70 floors up, across three observation decks.

Enjoy panoramic views of iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge and the Statue of Liberty.

Experience The Beam, which lifts you 12 feet high and rotates 180° for unique perspectives.

Recreate the famous 1932 Lunch atop a Skyscraper photo on The Beam Experience.

Top of the Rock: Admission + SKYLIFT

Highlights

Experience three levels of indoor and outdoor observation decks with panoramic views of New York City.

Reach new heights on SKYLIFT, an open-air platform that hoists you nearly 30 feet above the 70th floor.

Enjoy stunning views of iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge and Central Park.

Top of the Rock: All-Inclusive Pass

Highlights

Explore observation decks across three floors at Rockefeller Center, with expansive views of New York City.

Take part in The Beam Experience, a ride that offers a unique photo opportunity above the skyline.

Step onto SKYLIFT for an open-air platform perspective of the city.

Visit the welcome gallery and enjoy an interactive film experience.

FAQs about Top of the Rock Timings

What time does Top of the Rock open?

Top of the Rock opens at 8:00 AM every day.

What time does Top of the Rock close?

The decks close at midnight.

What time is last entry at Top of the Rock?

Last entry is at 11:10 PM.

Is Top of the Rock open every day?

Yes. It is open 365 days a year, including holidays.

Is Top of the Rock open late at night?

Yes. It stays open until midnight, so you can visit after dark and see the city lit up.

How long does a visit to Top of the Rock take?

Most people spend 45 minutes to an hour on the decks. As a suggestion, plan for about 1.5 to 2 hours in total, including security, the Welcome Gallery and the café.

How long is the film in the Welcome Gallery?

The multisensory film in the Top of the Rock theater runs about five minutes.

What are the hours of The Weather Room Café & Bar?

The Weather Room is open from 8:00 AM to midnight, matching the deck's hours.

Is Top of the Rock open in the rain?

Yes. It operates in all weather, though parts of the deck may close temporarily for safety during severe conditions.