NYC: Empire State Building Tickets & Skip-the-Line – New York City, New York

EXPERIENCE

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.

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

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