You've got to check out Edge!
Spend the day enjoying Hudson Yards in all it's new glamour - there's tons of shops, The Vessel, restaurants like Fuku and Little Mercado, public parks/seating, the Highline, you name it!
Then - end your time in "Billionaire's Playground" by visiting Edge. Entrance on the 4th Level of The Shops at Hudson Yards. You can buy your ticket (starts at $36 for adults) online or at the kiosks for $2 more. You can also buy a champagne package!
When you enter the ticket area, you can enjoy the history and information of the building, including their commitment to being "eco" friendly and sustainable. The elevator ride up & down takes less than 1 minute and has some really cool visuals.
Once you get to Edge, there are many things to check out. First, is the bar! Kidding - but really, you can get a drink on the first or second floor of the observation areas. You can also get pastries, water, etc.
There is 1 outdoor deck area, 1 set of staircases, and an upper, indoor area where you. can sip your cocktail and sit on furniture. Outside, you should definitely check out the glass floor where you can see down below. I also recommend getting some fun pics in the corners, where you look and feel like you're literally... on the edge (pun intended).
There is a restaurant called Peak opening today, so excited to check that out soon. There are so many photo opportunities and you can really see a lot of the city - and lots of Jersey.
But seriously - this observation is SO worth the (in my opinion) reasonable price.