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

About this experience

Empire State Building 102nd Floor Top Deck & 86th Floor Observatory Tickets Get access to both the legendary 86th floor observatory and the exclusive 102nd floor Top Deck at the Empire State Building. This ticket gives you 360-degree views across Manhattan from two different heights, including Central Park, Times Square, and the Statue of Liberty stretching to the horizon. The 86th floor outdoor observatory offers the classic Empire State Building experience with open-air viewing platforms and photo opportunities. The 102nd floor Top Deck provides an even more elevated perspective in a fully enclosed, climate-controlled space with floor-to-ceiling windows. You'll also explore exhibits about the building's Art Deco history and its famous appearances in films like King Kong. Highlights 360-degree views from the 86th floor outdoor observatory across Manhattan's skyline Access to the exclusive 102nd floor Top Deck with floor-to-ceiling windows Views stretching from Central Park to the Statue of Liberty on clear days Art Deco history exhibits and King Kong displays inside the building Skip-the-line access to avoid midday queues Fast elevator ride to both observation levels Plan Your Visit to the Empire State Building Visit during sunrise or sunset for the best lighting and smaller crowds. Weekday mornings typically have fewer visitors than afternoons and weekends. Allow approximately 1-2 hours to experience both observatory levels and the exhibits without rushing. Enter through the visitor centre at 20 W. 34th Street only. Other entrances on Fifth Avenue and 33rd Street are for residents. The building is wheelchair accessible with elevator access to both observation decks. Strollers must be folded on the observation decks, and no large bags or professional camera equipment are permitted. While you're exploring Manhattan's observation decks, consider visiting Edge Observation Deck for a completely different perspective from the Western Hemisphere's highest outdoor sky deck, or experience SUMMIT One Vanderbilt for an immersive art and technology experience with equally stunning city views.

Highlights

• Access both the 86th floor open-air observatory and 102nd floor Top Deck
• Take in 360-degree views stretching across all of Manhattan
• Spot Central Park, Times Square, and the Statue of Liberty
• Classic open-air experience from the iconic 86th floor deck
• The exclusive 102nd floor Top Deck sits at the building's summit

What is included

• Access to 86th floor outdoor observatory
• Access to 102nd floor Top Deck
• 360-degree views across Manhattan

Before you go

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Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.