Empire State Building Observatory

212-736-3100
www.empirestatebuilding.com

Included admission free with the card.

Description

Until you see New York City from the top of the Empire State Building, you haven’t really seen it! You’ll remember your first visit to the Empire State Building and the amazing 360-degree panoramic views of Manhattan forever.

Your ticket takes you to the 86th-floor observatory, at 1,050 feet (320 meters). The glass-enclosed area is reached by high-speed elevators, and is heated in winter and cooled in summer. You’ll see spectacular views from the spacious outdoor promenades on all four sides of the building.

Relive the rich historic, romantic, and cinematic history of the New York icon and the rest of the Big Apple.

Note:

Present your New York City Explorer Pass at the box office after going through security. You may present your Explorer Pass at any of the 6 ticket windows.

Important: 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. ONLY carry-on size and style bags, suitcases, backpacks, duffle bags, luggage, etc., are permitted. We do not have a coat check, package, baggage check or holding area, so please do not attempt to bring non-carry-on style luggage to the Observatory.

Cost without the card:

Adult $20.00, Child $14.00

Hours:

Daily, 8:00 am–2:00 am (Last admission is at 1:15 am;
observatory closes at 2:00 am)

Closed

Special hours may be in effect on New Year’s Day, July 4, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve.

Driving:

Parking is available throughout Manhattan at pay lots. Empire State Building is located on 5th Avenue between 33rd and 34th Streets.

Public Transportation:

By Subway: Walking distance from Penn Station, Grand Central Station, Times Square, and less than one block from 34th St Subway stop.

Please read: important instructions on how to use your card.

Redemption Instructions:

Present your New York City Explorer Pass at the box office after going through security. You may present your Explorer Pass at any of the 6 ticket windows.

Important: 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. ONLY carry-on size and style bags, suitcases, backpacks, duffle bags, luggage, etc., are permitted. We do not have a coat check, package, baggage check or holding area, so please do not attempt to bring non-carry-on style luggage to the Observatory.