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Empire State Building Ticket Optional Upgrade to Skip-the-Line and 102nd Deck

Empire State Building Ticket Optional Upgrade to Skip-the-Line and 102nd Deck

Overview

Soaring 1,454 feet above Midtown Manhattan from base to antenna, the Empire State Building (ESB) is the World’s Most Famous Building. Our 86th Floor Observation Deck, open daily, offers the highest 360 degree open-air vantage point in New York City and on a clear day, you can see up to six states–New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Connecticut and Massachusetts.

Immerse yourself in the Empire State Building story on your way to the top. Located on the 2nd and 80th floors, exhibits are open to all ticket holders.

Choose to upgrade to the Skip-the-Line ticket to make your way down the red carpet and skip all the lines on your way to the Main Deck. Experience the convenience of an expedited journey to the top of the building.

For the ultimate experience, upgrade to include the observatory on the 102nd Floor. Take your New York City experience higher. Our reimagined 102nd floor offers unmatched, floor-to-ceiling views stretching up to 80 miles on a clear day.

City: New York City

Tue 24 Sep

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Starting at $47.91

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Tue 24 Sep

Starting at $47.91

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Free Wi-Fi on-site

Access to second floor immersive exhibits

Access to 86th Floor Observatory

Optional Upgrade to Skip-the-Line Express Ticket and/or 102nd Deck

Admission to the Empire State Building

Route and map

Meeting point

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New York City
20 West 34th Street

This voucher is your ticket & can be scanned directly at the turnstile on your mobile device - NO NEED TO VISIT TICKET WINDOW. No refunds due to weather conditions, length of line or wait times.

Masks are optional for all guests at the Empire State Building Observatory Experience. For guest comfort, Observatory staff is fully vaccinated and will continue to wear masks.

Important Note:
• Everyone must go through the security check when entering the building
• No glass or bottles are permitted to be taken to the Observatory
• Cameras and camcorders are allowed, but no tripods
• You can ONLY bring carry-on-size bags and backpacks
• There are no rooms to check coats, packages, baggage or suitcases, so please don't bring them to the Observatory

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No refunds due to weather conditions, length of lines or wait times at the building
Infant tickets for children 0-5 years are free and can be picked up at the ticket office upon arrival
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Masks are optional for all guests at the Empire State Building Observatory Experience. For guest comfort, Observatory staff is fully vaccinated and will continue to wear masks.

What To Expect

Empire State Building

Experience the views at the center of it all. Set in the heart of Midtown Manhattan with unmatched vistas of New York City and a panorama that stretches across six states. Immerse yourself in the Empire State Building story on your way to the top. Located on the 2nd and 80th floors, exhibits are open to all ticket holders. You may proceed directly to the turnstile with your voucher.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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kerryandrich

Mar 2020

We had planned a visit to the ESB for 6 months prior. We purchased tickets from a UK agent (GetYourGuide.com) as this worked out cheaper. We visited on March 12th - literally just days before the city closed due to Coronavirus. As a result of this, there was no queue at all, we walked straight through security and up to the observation deck. There was only about 10-15 other guests throughout the duration of our visit. The tourist element of this building is fascinating and the exhibition upon entry (past security), is well worth the time spent before rushing to get to the views. The observation deck is exactly as seen on tv, films, etc and the views are spectacular. This is an absolute must-do for any visitor to NYC.

vma08

Mar 2020

Nice view, ok experience, one of the many New York city observatories. Not the best option in my opinion but good.

lena7702017

Mar 2020

Visited early morning at 8.00. No queues at all (but presumably because of the start of coronavirus outbreak). Absolutely enormous building - I had no idea it was so grand. Very clever interactive sections that you go through before reaching the elevator to go up to viewing areas. Lots of history to read and interesting original detail regarding the building of Empire State Building. Loads of photo opportunities. On entering the elevator, make sure you look up at the ceiling and get your camera ready! To say the views up top took my breath away is an understatement! Fabulous and awe inspiring. It really is magical. The staff are really friendly. A must visit in New York!