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Empire State Building Tickets - Observatory and Optional Skip the Line Tickets

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The must see for any visitor to New York City, the World’s Most Famous Building is on every list for its Observatory’s spectacular indoor and outdoor 360-degree views from the heart of Manhattan. Along the way, become a part of history as you journey through this Art Deco masterpiece including the restored lobby and murals. Download our free multi-media app and experience the exhibits tracing the building’s construction, learn how the Empire State Building became one of the most energy efficient buildings in the world. Open from 8am to 2 am, along with a gift shop filled with exclusive items, there are several dining options including the fine cuisine of State Grill and Bar. Located in the heart of New York City it’s an easy walk from Times and Madison Squares and just up the street from Macy’s.
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  • Min price: $37.00
  • Length of visit: 1 hour
  • Departure Point: Empire State Building

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  • General admission to the Empire State Building Observation Deck. This does NOT include Express Pass privileges
$37.00 Book now
  • VIP Express Experience includes skip-the-line access for security lines, ticket lines and elevator lines on 2nd, 80th and 86th floors of the Empire State Building Observation Deck. Includes audio tour
$65.00 Book now
  • Good for:
    • Skip the line
    • Enjoy fantastic aerial views
    • All entrance fees included
    • Great overview and orientation of the city
    • Family friendly
  • Operates: Daily
  • Inclusions:
    • Admission to Observation Deck
    • A free multimedia tour APP is included with every admission to the Empire State Building. Download the APP for free from either the Apple Store or Google Play, or connect once on-site via the free Wi-Fi.
  • Exclusions:
    • Gratuities (optional)
    • Admission to the 102nd Observatory Deck
    • Food and drinks
  • Additional info:
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Vouchers are valid up to a year from travel date selected
    • No refunds due to weather conditions, length of lines or wait times at the building
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infant tickets for children 0-5 years are free and can be picked up at the ticket desk upon arrival
    • Skip-the-line privileges are only available with the VIP Express Experience Admission Ticket option
    • 102nd-floor Observatory: Admission tickets to the 102nd-floor observatory are sold at the observatory ticket office, on the 2nd floor of the building. Admission costs USD 20.00 in addition to regular admission tickets.
  • Cancellation Policy: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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Reviews

  • Tracey H

    5
    - 17 March 2018 -

    Brilliant ! Great way to skip the queues !

  • Becky

    5
    - 10 March 2018 -

    Skip the line is a must. Don’t have the headache of waiting.

  • Danni740

    5
    - 06 March 2018 -

    As described, was shown straight through using all the staff entrances avoiding any queues (although at the time of our visit queues were not a problem) but for the price was worth paying just incase and it added that VIP feel to our visit.

  • tillybill

    5
    - 01 March 2018 -

    Highlights - Skip the line and visiting at sunset. We were delighted we booked Skip The Line tickets which were open all day so we weren't restricted to a time. We went late afternoon and stayed for sunset which was a very busy time and we were tired after a long day sightseeing so to literally skip a very, very long queue was so wonderful. My husband had been unexpectedly ill before our long planned trip so for him in particular skip the line was wonderful as I dont think he could have coped with the long queues. Empire State Building itself is iconic and we weren't disappointed with the whole experience and the views. The building inside is very American, like in the movies and the views are as wonderful as you would expect. People were polite in taking turns to take pics from the edge and there was a nice friendly atmosphere up there. I would definitely recommend sunset the views were much more spectacular in the dark.

  • Markus A

    5
    - 01 March 2018 -

    Couldn't be better or easier!! Really made us skip all the lines!

  • Lester Lim C

    5
    - 24 February 2018 -

    a bit disapponted in Winter time. too foggy

  • MARK K

    5
    - 23 February 2018 -

    Brilliant . A must and skip the line is fantastic.

  • Mark R

    5
    - 20 February 2018 -

    Well worth arriving early-8:30- queues minimal

  • Tracey R

    4
    - 20 February 2018 -

    This tour was amazing!

  • Thomas C

    5
    - 19 February 2018 -

    We purchased the VIP experience. It is well worth the money if you dont like lines.

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