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NYC: Empire State Building Tickets & Skip-the-Line

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NYC: Empire State Building Tickets & Skip-the-Line

Distributor:GetYourGuide Tours & Tickets GmbH
4.6  / 59882 reviews
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Ascend to the 86th floor for panoramic views across 6 states from the highest 360-degree open-air viewpoint in New York City. Go even higher with the 102nd floor combo ticket.

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Duration 45 minutes - 1 hour
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Audio guide included
Spanish, Chinese, English, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, French
Wheelchair accessible

Experience

Highlights
  • Enjoy 360-degree unobstructed views of New York City from the 86th floor Observation Deck - located in the very heart of NYC
  • Set your sights even higher by choosing the combo ticket to the 102nd floor
  • Experience two attractions for the price of one – the Observation Deck on the 86th Floor and the Interactive Museum on the 2nd Floor
  • Upgrade to the Express Ticket option, skip all the lines and enjoy the red carpet
  • Learn from a complimentary self-guided tour in 9 languages with a free app
Full description

Choose between a General Admission ticket to the 86th-floor outdoor observation deck or a Combination Ticket with access to the newly renovated 102nd floor, showcasing floor-to-ceiling windows. Upgrade your experience with an Express Ticket to skip the long lines.

The New Empire State Building Experience not only gives you access to the legendary New York City landmark, allowing you to soar 1,054 foot (320 meters) high and enjoy magnificent 360-degree open-air views of New York City and beyond. You'll also see Grand Staircase with a two-story architectural model of the building and newly renovated interactive galleries that take you on an incredible journey from the building’s construction to its current place in pop culture.

Explore the site in the 1920s, Construction, Opening Day, Modern Marvel, Otis Elevators, World’s Most Famous Building, King Kong, and Celebrity exhibits. The 80th Floor also features a range of exciting art exhibits. Be sure to see the building's iconic Art Deco Fifth Avenue lobby. The Empire State Building's 86th Floor Observation Deck is the highest 360-degree open-air observatory in New York, outfitted with heaters to keep the cold at bay. The Empire State Building is more than a spectacular view - it is the most Instagrammed landmark in the USA. Your entrance also includes a downloadable multimedia experience, available in 9 languages. This app also includes videos, image galleries, quizzes, and maps showing nearby points of interest. Be sure to see the building's iconic Art Deco Fifth Avenue lobby as you exit this remarkable building.

Includes
  • General or express skip-the-line ticket (depending on option selected)
  • Access to the 86th Floor Observation Deck, interactive immersive galleries, a 2-story architectural model of the building
  • Access to the 102nd Floor (depending on option selected)
  • Art Deco Lobby
  • Downloadable multimedia app featuring audio guide in 9 languages
  • Free WiFi in the building
  • State-of-the-art air purification system that regulates the air quality
  • Booking fees and sales tax

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags
  • Glass objects

Know before you go

  • All guests must pass through airport-style security to access the Observatory. Please avoid glass items, sports equipment, marking instruments (paint/markers) & any packages/luggage
  • The Empire State Building is fully ADA compliant and is wheelchair-accessible. Service dogs, motorized and non-motorized wheelchairs are permitted
  • Free entry for children under 6 years old
  • Free downloadable multimedia app with audioguide in 9 languages is included
  • Booking fees and sales tax are included
  • Free Wi-Fi in the building

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I watched many video reviews by various New York guides which were a mix of 'go to top of the rock instead' or 'Empire State is still a classic'. I was going to give it a miss, but my wife wanted to go, so I booked the visit on Get you Guide app, and I have to say the experience was wonderful. Staff very friendly and helpful, and views were brilliant. I am firmly in the 'classic' camp now ! Don't miss it.

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September 14, 2023

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Stephen – United KingdomVerified booking

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It was our 2nd time in NYC and didn’t want to miss this experience again so we booked skip the queue ticket and arrived early to find there were no queues and as it wasn’t very busy, the experience was great though a bit cloudy but views were still exceptional. We had a five year old who really wanted an ice cream but was the kiosk was closed. Apart from the telescopes, most of which were too high for her, there isn’t anything for children who go up with families and might get easily bored. It would be good to have a few interactive things/games under 6’s can engage with. Otherwise a really good experience

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September 7, 2023

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Margaret – United KingdomVerified booking

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We have been charmed by visiting the Empire State Building. Besides the beautiful views on Manhattan we had the pleasure to discover the exhibition which takes you on a journey to the construction of the tower to its references in art and movies (including the famous King Kong scene, where you are facing Kong for real). A must to do, no doubt about it.

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August 25, 2023

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Guillaume – BelgiumVerified booking

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