Empire State Building Top Deck 102nd Floor & 86Th Floor Observatory Express Ticket

Product ID: 208664

Supplied by: Empire State Building

Overview

Experience New York City from one of its most famous landmarks with admission to the Empire State Building’s 86th Floor Observatory and 102nd Floor Top Deck. Standing high above the heart of Manhattan, the Empire State Building offers an unforgettable opportunity to take in sweeping views of the city, its iconic skyline, and the surrounding region from two spectacular observation levels.

Begin your visit inside the historic Empire State Building, where the journey to the observatories is part of the experience. Ride the elevators upward through one of New York’s most recognizable skyscrapers and discover the history, architecture, and cultural significance of the building along the way. The Empire State Building has been an enduring symbol of New York City for generations, and visiting its observatories gives you the chance to experience this legendary landmark from both inside and high above the city.

86th Floor Observatory

The 86th Floor Observatory is the Empire State Building’s main and most expansive outdoor observation deck. Located more than 1,000 feet above Manhattan, the observatory provides spectacular 360-degree views across New York City.

Step outside onto the open-air viewing platform and look out across Manhattan’s extraordinary skyline. Depending on weather and visibility, you can see famous landmarks and neighborhoods stretching in every direction, including Central Park, the Chrysler Building, Times Square, the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the Hudson and East Rivers.

The spacious observation deck allows you to experience the city from different perspectives as you walk around the platform. Whether you are visiting during the day, around sunset, or after dark, the changing light creates a completely different atmosphere. During the day, the city stretches toward the horizon in every direction; at sunset, Manhattan is bathed in warm light; and after dark, the city transforms into a dazzling landscape of illuminated buildings, streets, and bridges.

The 86th Floor Observatory is also an ideal place for photography. With unobstructed outdoor viewpoints and dramatic perspectives of the Manhattan skyline, there are plenty of opportunities to capture memorable photographs of your visit.

102nd Floor Top Deck

Take your experience even higher with access to the 102nd Floor Top Deck, located near the top of the Empire State Building. Enclosed behind floor-to-ceiling windows, this elevated observation space provides an extraordinary bird’s-eye perspective over New York City.

From this height, the scale of Manhattan becomes even more impressive. Look down over the streets and buildings below and watch the city extend far into the distance. On a clear day, the views can reach well beyond Manhattan, offering an incredible perspective of the surrounding metropolitan area.

The 102nd Floor is a particularly memorable setting for visitors who want to experience New York from one of the highest public observation points in the building. The enclosed viewing area offers a comfortable environment while still providing expansive panoramic views through its large windows.

A View Across New York City

From the Empire State Building, New York unfolds in every direction. Look north toward Central Park and Upper Manhattan, south toward Lower Manhattan and the harbor, east across the East River toward Brooklyn and Queens, or west toward the Hudson River and New Jersey.

The experience is constantly changing as the city moves below you. Yellow taxis and buses become tiny points of movement along the avenues, while skyscrapers rise around you and the city's famous grid stretches toward the horizon.

Whether you are a first-time visitor to New York or returning to the city, seeing Manhattan from above provides a completely different appreciation of its size, architecture, and energy.

A Landmark Experience

More than simply an observation deck, the Empire State Building is an important part of New York City’s history and identity. Its distinctive Art Deco architecture and towering presence have made it one of the world's most recognizable buildings and an enduring symbol of Manhattan.

Visiting the 86th and 102nd floors allows you to combine the classic outdoor observatory experience with the elevated views of the Top Deck. Together, the two levels provide different perspectives and make it possible to appreciate the city from multiple heights.

The experience is suitable for visitors of all kinds, from families and couples to solo travelers, photographers, architecture enthusiasts, and anyone wanting to enjoy one of New York’s most iconic attractions.

An Unforgettable New York View

Whether you visit in brilliant sunshine, beneath a colorful sunset, or after nightfall when Manhattan sparkles with thousands of lights, the Empire State Building offers an unforgettable way to experience New York City.

Stand high above the streets, take in the extraordinary skyline, spot famous landmarks in the distance, and enjoy panoramic views from both the 86th Floor Observatory and 102nd Floor Top Deck. With its combination of history, architecture, atmosphere, and spectacular views, this experience offers a memorable highlight of any New York City visit.