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Empire State Building
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The world’s most iconic skyscraper provides some of the city’s most unforgettable views.
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Empire State Building
General admission – single ticket
- Entry to 86th Floor Observation Deck and Museum
- Valid for any time slot (except sunset hours) – last minute bookings available
- Mobile ticket, just scan to enter
- Cancel any time within 30 days for full refund
- No extra attractions included
All taxes and fees included, pay in your local currency
Empire State Building + 2 attractions
$119.00 total for 3-choice Explorer Pass
Visit the Empire State Building, plus Top of the Rock Observatory and 9/11 Memorial and Museum.
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- Cancel any time within 30 days for full refund
- Visit 3 attractions of your choice
- Go at your own pace - your pass is valid for 30 days from your first visit
All taxes and fees included, pay in your local currency
What visitors are saying
4.8Amazing and the staff were incredible.
Dec 31, 2025Amazing views and easy access no queuing, great interactive history of how it was built in 1932
Jul 27, 2025The lights and colours were amazing.
Aug 8, 2025Fantastic experience, staff friendly and helpful, stunning views of the city
Jan 23, 2026Before heading to the deck, there are some small and fun things to watch and do, which made the experience something more than just watching the city from above.
Oct 13, 2025A nice experience, good value for money knowing a regular ticket is ridiculously expensive.
Jul 28, 2025Absolutely stunning views & experience Efficient entry process, security & lifts were really fast
Jan 21, 2026Viewing at 8:30pm in July was great to see the end of sunset and beautiful NY skyline at night with it lights!
Jul 19, 2025Essential New York site with beautiful art deco details and interesting museum area
Nov 4, 2025Easy to use app and saves you lots of money on the attractions
Oct 31, 2025- Explore New York with Go City®Your New York pass includes dozens of other top attractions, all for one money-saving price
What you'll do
You’ll head up to the 86th floor, 1,050 feet above the ground, to get a 360-degree view of the city that never sleeps. Whether you’re visiting day or night, this is a must-do for visitors to NYC. The outdoor deck's heaters will keep you toasty all year round, so you can enjoy views of the iconic NYC skyline whatever the weather.
Located in the heart of Midtown and built during The Great Depression, the Empire State Building serves as a symbol of hope, perseverance, and prosperity, and it’s one of the most well-known landmarks in the world.
You’ll start your self-guided Empire State Building tour in the newly-restored Observatory entrance, before you head through the interactive museum on your way to the observatory. 12 galleries will take you through the history of the legendary building and you can even snap a selfie with King Kong. You'll also visit the revamped 80th floor, which features exciting, artistic exhibits and labelled views so you know where to spot what when you head upstairs.
Once you’ve learned all about the Empire State Building's unique history, make your way up to the 86th-floor observation deck for that amazing view.
Don’t forget to download the official Empire State Building self-guided multimedia tour to get the details of what you’re seeing from every vantage point.
Facts
It's the most Instagrammed U.S. landmark according to a study conducted by Sony Mobile.
Couples can sometimes see sparks when they kiss due to the static electricity at the top of the building.
You can see up to 80 miles on a clear day, taking in five states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts.
Valentine’s Day is the only day that couples can get married on top of the Empire State Building.
What's included
Access to the 86th Floor Observation Deck
Option to upgrade to 102nd Floor Access in the Go City app
Visit the Museum, Art Deco Lobby and the revamped 80th Floor
Cutting-edge exhibits and immersive galleries that detail the history of the building
Free WiFi throughout
All taxes and fees included
102nd Floor Observatory not included
Sunset time slots not included
Reservations
Booking required
Book your visit in the Go City app. Remember that your pass must be valid at the time of your visit.
Please note:
This attraction is extremely popular and gets booked up fast. If this is one of your 'must-sees', please reserve your spot as soon as possible! You can book up to 30 days in advance of your visit.
Passes cannot be used to book sunset time slots.
For the best experience, we recommend visiting 2 hours after opening time.
Plans changed?
Cancellations or changes must be made at least 15 minutes before the scheduled booking. Please remember to arrive at your scheduled time slot for the best entry experience.
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Where you'll be
20 West 34th Street (between 5th & 6th Avenue), New York, USHow to get there
1, 2, 3 or A, C, E to 34th St/Penn Station (5-min walk); N, Q, R, W or B, D, F, M to 34th St/Herald Sq (5-min walk); 4, 5, 6, 7 to Grand Central Terminal (10-min walk)
Standard opening hours
Hours of operation vary by day. Last entry is always 45 minutes prior to closing.
Please visit this page of the Empire State Building's website to view the current operating schedule.
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