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Empire State Building 86th Floor Observation Deck Ticket in New York City
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Empire State Building 86th Floor Observation Deck Ticket in New York City

by Empire State Building

45 min - 1.5 hours
New York City
$45.07$50.08 on ViatorSave 10%/person
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45 min - 1.5 hours
Meet at 20 West 34th Street
Starting time
Monday 26 October 2026
Free cancellation until 25 Oct 2026.
$90.14$100.16Save 10%
2 adults × $45.07
All taxes and fees included

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45 min - 1.5 hours
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45 min - 1.5 hours
Meet at 20 West 34th Street
$90.14$100.16Save 10%
2 adults × $45.07
All taxes and fees included
45 min - 1.5 hours
Meet at 20 West 34th Street
$90.14$100.16Save 10%
2 adults × $45.07
All taxes and fees included

Overview

The Empire State Building stands 1,454 feet tall from base to antenna in Midtown Manhattan. This ticket includes access to the 86th Floor Observation Deck, which offers a 360-degree open-air view of New York City and, on clear days, views extending to six states: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. Visitors can also explore exhibits about the building’s history on the 2nd and 80th floors. The visit typically lasts between 45 minutes and 90 minutes. Free Wi-Fi is available at the site. An upgrade option is available for an Express ticket that allows quicker entry by skipping lines. Another upgrade adds access to the 102nd Floor Observatory, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with views up to 80 miles on clear days.

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Highlights

Access to the 86th Floor Observation Deck
Views of New York City and up to six states
Exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors
Free Wi-Fi available on site
Optional Express ticket for faster entry
Optional access to the 102nd Floor Observatory

What's included

Free Wi-Fi available on site
Entry to the Empire State Building
Access to exhibits on the 2nd floor
Access to the 86th Floor Observation Deck

Itinerary

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Empire State Building

Located in Midtown Manhattan, the Empire State Building offers views of New York City and six surrounding states from the 86th Floor Observation Deck. Exhibits about the building’s history are available on the 2nd and 80th floors. Ticket holders may go directly to the entrance turnstiles with their voucher.

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Wheelchair accessible
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Wheelchair-accessible transport
Wheelchair-accessible surfaces throughout
Suitable for all fitness levels
No refunds are given due to weather conditions, wait times, or line length at the building
Infant tickets for children aged 0-5 years are free and can be collected at the ticket office upon arrival
Visiting about two hours after opening time is recommended for a better experience
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