Empire State Building - 86th Floor
The World’s Most Famous Building, which celebrates its 90th Anniversary in 2021, is an international symbol of hope, determination, and possibility in the heart of New York City. With the city’s only 360-degree outdoor Observatory and new 102nd Floor Observatory, which offers unobstructed jaw-dropping views through floor-to-ceiling windows, the Empire State Building Observatory is a must-visit attraction. The newly re-imagined experience features a fun-filled, 10 thousand square foot immersive digital and tactile museum that celebrates the Empire State Building from the time it was conceived to its place today in pop-culture; and industry-leading indoor environmental quality and safety protocols for visitor safety and comfort. Open daily, the Empire State Building is a short walk from Times Square and just steps to Macy’s, Madison Square Garden, and Penn Station.
You have not truly experienced New York City until you have visited the world-famous Empire State Building Observatory.
Highlights
- Get to the top faster! Skip the line with Express Tickets
- Stay cozy on the 86th floor on cold days; Outdoor observatory is outfitted with heaters to keep you warm
- All ticket holders get to experience the immersive and interactive exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floor
- The only unobstructed 360-degree interior and exterior views of New York City from the center of Manhattan
- Exit via the historic landmarked Art Deco lobby on Fifth Avenue
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free admission for children 0-5
What's included
- All signage, audio, and exhibits are available in nine languages
- Express guests receive red carpet VIP treatment
- Free Wi-Fi
- General Admission to the Main Deck on 86th Floor
- Personal Expenses
Overview
The Empire State Building (ESB) is the World’s Most Famous Building
1,454 feet above midtown Manhattan from ground to the antenna
Only unobstructed 360-degree open-air deck on the 86th floor
You can see up to six states on a clear day, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Delaware
Empire State Building completed $165M revamp in 2019, encompassing:
Dedicated visitor’s entrance on 34th street
10,000-square-foot museum with 12 interactive exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors
New 102nd-floor observation deck with floor-to-ceiling windows
MERV 13 air filters
State-of-the-art air purification improves air quality and reduces the risk of virus transmission*
Fresh air ventilation
System designed to provide clear air to over 1,600 hourly visitors
*AtmosAir proven in lab tests by Microchem Laboratory to neutralize 99/92% of Coronavirus.
All signage, audio, and exhibits are available in nine languages
Express guests receive red carpet VIP treatment
Free Wi-Fi
Open daily
Additional Information
Hours of Operation :
November 27 –December 21: 10 am – 10 pm
December 22 – December 30: 8 am – 1 am
December 31: 9 am – 11 pm
January 1 – January 3: 9 am – 12am
January 4 – February 16: 10 am – 9 pm
February 17 – March 8: 10 am – 10 pm
March 9 – March 22: 10 am – 11 pm
March 23 – April 7: 9 am – 12 am
April 8 – May 16: 10 am – 11:30 pm
May 17 – June 30: 9 am – 11 pm
*Last time slot available an hour prior to closing
**Hours are subject to change. Please check our website for most up-to-date hours of operation
Cancellation policy
Not Cancellable
