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15 Best Observation Decks & Skyscrapers In New York City

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New York City’s 15 most popular observation decks & skyscrapers, with what each one costs, how long it runs and where you actually book it.

15 Best Observation Decks & Skyscrapers In New York City

NYC: SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Ticket - 91st Floor to SUMMIT AIR: The Elevator Ride and Mirror Layers
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NYC: SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Ticket

1.NYC: SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Ticket

Ride up One Vanderbilt for 93 floors of Kenzo Digital art, glass skyboxes, and 360° NYC views by day or night.

Most Popular 4.7

“Except for the long line to get to the experience, it was well worth the wait, there was many things to do and see and my favorite was the balloons, the sights were incredible and run well by staff. I liked it more than the Edge. Thanks for a great experience!!!”

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NYC: Empire State Building Tickets - Observatory & Museum - The museum stops: history, construction, and pop culture in one route
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NYC: Empire State Building Tickets – Observatory & Museum

NYC: One World Observatory Skip-the-Line Ticket - Arrival at Freedom Tower: how to avoid the most common mess
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NYC: One World Observatory Skip-the-Line Ticket

NYC Empire State Building Observation Deck Ticket - The 102nd Floor Upgrade: Six States Through Floor-to-Ceiling Glass
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NYC Empire State Building Observation Deck Ticket

4.NYC Empire State Building Observation Deck Ticket

Skip the Midtown buzz and ride up to the Empire State Building’s observatories for 360° views, interactive exhibits, and optional fast entry.

4.5

“It was so much fun!! We fully enjoyed the day and had a great time. Definitely a need to do item!! We learned and laughed a lot. The staff were so nice.”

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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Ticket - Balloon Room Fun: Where the Photos Become the Point
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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Ticket

5.SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Ticket

Prebook timed entry at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt for NYC skyline views, LEVITATION glass skyboxes, and indoor art across three floors.

4.5

“It was really lovely to be able to see the view of the city the only down fall is the line to get into the place is really long. I wish I was exaggerating but honestly I didn't see the point of the different booking times becasue the line is so long you end up…”

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All-Access 9/11: Ground Zero Tour, Memorial and Museum, One World Observatory - The 9/11 Memorial Pools: where the symbolism lands
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All-Access 9/11: Ground Zero Tour, Memorial and Museum, One World Observatory

6.All-Access 9/11: Ground Zero Tour, Memorial and Museum, One World Observatory

All-access Ground Zero tour with skip-the-line 9/11 Memorial & Museum plus One World Observatory views, guided or self-paced options.

5.0

“It was a solid, informative tour. The guide was very knowledgeable and made sure we all knew the enormity of what we were seeing and tried to get us to a place where we could imagine what it was like that day. Guide was awesome.”

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Top of the Rock Observation Deck New York City Ticket - The 67th, 69th, and 70th floors: how the view experience actually works
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Top of the Rock Observation Deck New York City Ticket

7.Top of the Rock Observation Deck New York City Ticket

Skip the guesswork at Top of the Rock in NYC. Go straight to three decks with Empire State views, plus an optional BEAM upgrade.

4.5

“We enjoyed visiting the Top of the Rock for the second time and adding the BEAM experience. The kids and I loved it! I wish we could've done it during the day, but it was just as beautiful at night. The staff was wonderful and helpful, even though we were one of the last groups…”

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New York City One World Observatory Admission Ticket - Standard Experience vs Combo: Picking the Right Line to Skip
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New York City One World Observatory Admission Ticket

NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket - Getting In: Your Entry Options and How They Affect Your Timing
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NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket

New York Pass®: 105+ Attractions including Edge NYC - How the pass works: activation, consecutive days, and the Go City app
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New York Pass®: 105+ Attractions including Edge NYC

New York Pass: 100+ Things To Do including Empire State Building - Using the Go City app: how you keep your day from melting down
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New York Pass: 100+ Things To Do including Empire State Building

NYC: 9/11 Memorial Tour and Optional Observatory Ticket - Reflecting Absence: Pools, Waterfalls, and the Survivor Tree
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NYC: 9/11 Memorial Tour and Optional Observatory Ticket

12.NYC: 9/11 Memorial Tour and Optional Observatory Ticket

A moving 9/11 Ground Zero walking tour from St. Paul’s Chapel to the 9/11 Memorial, with an optional upgrade to One World Observatory views.

4.8

“Liz was an excellent tour guide, very knowledgeable and a informative. Liz delivered information in a sensitive and moving way. Would highly recommend the tour to anyone.”

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New York 9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional One World Observatory - Optional One World Observatory: prebooked access and skyline payoff
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New York 9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional One World Observatory

NYC: Empire State Building Express Tickets – Skip the Line - Meeting at 20 West 34th St. and Finding the Right Entrance
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NYC: Empire State Building Express Tickets – Skip the Line

14.NYC: Empire State Building Express Tickets – Skip the Line

Express skip-the-line entry to the Empire State Building: 86th-floor 360° views, optional 102nd floor, plus Art Deco lobby.

4.6

“Great experience heading to the top of an iconic building. The view is pretty spectacular. There is also a museum on the second floor which was great. We paid extra for the skip the line but it wasn’t necessary on the day we went as it was quiet.”

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Hudson Yards Tour With Optional Edge Upgrade - Stop 1: The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards (short stop, smart context)
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Hudson Yards Tour With Optional Edge Upgrade

15.Hudson Yards Tour With Optional Edge Upgrade

Guided walk through Hudson Yards and the High Line, plus time at the Vessel. Optional The Edge upgrade for sky-high views.

5.0

“Our guide, Sergio, was EXCELLENT!! He was very knowledgeable and friendly. The way he described the moments in history was absolutely fantastic! We enjoyed the tour very much.”

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