Tickets for the Empire State Building observatory give you something no photograph can truly capture: the physical feeling of standing at the very center of New York, with the city stretching in every direction to the horizon. From the top of one of the world’s most famous buildings, you’ll be able to recognize Central Park as a green strip set among the skyscrapers, spot the Statue of Liberty in the distance, and perhaps, for the first time, truly understand the real scale of this metropolis. With Il Mio Viaggio a New York, you can find the right tickets to go up without wasting even an hour of your vacation waiting in line.
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With your Empire State Building ticket, you’ll have access to the 86th floor, the open-air Main Deck with 360-degree views of all of Manhattan. Those who want to go even higher can choose the ticket that includes access to the Top Deck on the 102nd floor, fully renovated and equipped with floor-to-ceiling windows that, on clear days, allow you to see up to 130 kilometers away.
Book smartly
Purchasing tickets online for attractions like the Empire State Building is the smartest choice you can make: availability for the most popular time slots — especially sunset — sells out days in advance, particularly during peak months between June and September. By booking ahead, you’ll choose your preferred time and go directly to your floor without delays. Early morning, between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM, is often the least crowded window, with especially clear lighting conditions.
- The most beautiful observatory in the city.
- Breathtaking views
- Avoid the queue at the ticket counter
- Sunset option
- Assistance in Italian
What to See with Empire State Building Observatory Tickets
Your visit will begin on the second floor, where an immersive museum tells the story of the building’s construction: historical photographs, archival footage, and interactive displays will guide you from the laying of the cornerstone in 1930 to the opening ceremony, which took place just 410 days later. Next, high-speed elevators will take you to the 80th floor, where a second exhibition level explores the Empire State Building’s role in pop culture — from iconic scenes in films like “King Kong” and “Sleepless in Seattle” to installations celebrating the building’s anniversaries, with its lights illuminated each night in different colors.
The heart of the visit awaits you on the 86th floor. As soon as you step onto the open-air terrace, the Midtown air will hit you with unexpected intensity, and the skyline will unfold before you in a sequence of silhouettes you’ll recognize one by one: the Chrysler Building with its chrome spire, One World Trade Center closing the view to the south, and the deep green of Central Park to the north. You can walk around the entire platform and discover a new perspective each time; to the west is New Jersey, to the east is Queens with the bridges crossing the East River. The light changes hour by hour, and at sunset the building facades turn orange and gold in a way that makes you understand why thousands of visitors who buy tickets for observation decks choose that exact time.
Those who choose to go up to the 102nd floor will find a more intimate and sheltered experience, with floor-to-ceiling windows that remove any visual barriers and a different sense of calm compared to the terrace below.
Book your tickets and rise to the building that has made New York the most photographed city in the world: every hour of the day offers different light, and every visit creates an unforgettable memory. To build your complete itinerary, visit our website — we have been leaders in organized tours in New York in Italian since 2014.
Useful Information
- Opening hours: daily from 8:00 AM to 2:00 AM (hours vary by season).
- Address: 20 West 34th Street, Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY 10001.
- Accessibility: fully wheelchair accessible; accessible restrooms on the 86th floor; guide dogs allowed.
- Included in passes: included in the New York CityPASS.
What to Know Before Booking
The ticket requires a specific date and time, however, if the chosen time is not available, we will assign a time close to your preference. In some cases, the date might not be available. In that case, you will be contacted to choose an alternative date. The ticket is non-refundable and cannot be changed in terms of date or time.
If you want to vitit during sunset hours, you must select the corresponding option, which has an additional cost.
Sunset Option Hours:
March: 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
April: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
May: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
June: 7:00 PM – 8:45 PM
July: 6:45 PM – 8:45 PM
August: 6:45 PM – 8:30 PM
September: 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM
October: 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM
November: 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM
December: 3:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Important
AFTER BOOKING, YOU WILL RECEIVE AN AUTOMATIC CONFIRMATION AND SUBSEQUENTLY THE ELECTRONIC TICKET WITHIN 24 HOURS.
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