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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

Mon 18 Nov

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Starting at $47.91

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Mon 18 Nov

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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Reviews (1000)

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Vincent_L

Oct 2022

Very well organised, amazing friendly staff, sensational view from the top! Would recommend as a must do to those who have never visited NYC before!

MaryKay_B

Oct 2022

Beautiful skyline at night. Loved the city lights. Efficient, well organized. Would do it again. Was a fun experience!

jessecD49TP

Oct 2022

Well,I am Very Late in leaving a response. Infact! I am almost 3 years late. I am leaving a late response only because I did Not think We would be going back again during Christmas Season. My wife and I did do the Empire State Building with the higher option to go to the highest location. We were on the elevator to go to the higher level. It was my wife and I and about 10 other tourist. Then,while we were in the elevator.the Elevator "jumped" or something. All I know is we weren't moving. Long store short. After about 30 minutes.We had to be rescued by the Fire Department. They climbed into Our elevator from the top,and placed a ladder for all of us to climb. we ended up climbed through the top of the elevator and into the skeleton of the building. I am Sure 99% of New Yorkers Never experienced that adventure before. All in all.It was an Experience that we will Never forget. It was like a scene from a movie being made in New York. They gave all of us small gifts and tickets to come again. So,I did not ever use those tickets. I no longer have them. And,it turns out,We are going again to New York for the Holidays. Only this time,We are taking our 2 girls who are 25 and 21. It will be their 1st time in New York. :) And,they want to do the Empire State building as well. So,New York!!!! Here We come .........Again.!!! Not sure If they will Honor those two lost tickets......But, I hope so.