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The Empire State Building Ticket Prices & Promotions

  • 86th Floor Observatory Ticket

    (Multiple options available), Main Deck Ticket (86th Floor)

  • Top Deck: 86th & 102nd Floor Observation Decks

    (Multiple options available), Top Deck Ticket (86th + 102nd Floors)

  • 86th Floor Observation Deck Ticket + Express Pass

    (Multiple options available), Express Pass (Skip-the-Line Access)

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  • Mandarin Oriental New York

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Reviews of Empire State Building

4.7/5
980 reviews
5/5
Amazing view, worth it!
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5/5
The most classic attraction in the United States, it is recommended to buy a ticket at 4 pm and stay until 7 pm to watch the three views of daytime, dusk and night. It is really beautiful.
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5/5
It was so so great. I could see downtown New York at a glance.
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5/5
Very worthwhile, very beautiful~~~
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4/5
Great view.We saw sunset and night view. Price is high because we went both floors.But nice experience. If they have more seats on 86 floors will be better.
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Empire State Building Tickets | Location & Opening Hours

​​Empire State Building | Operating Hours​

Period

Dates

Opening Hours

Entrance Gate Closes

​​Winter-Spring​​

Feb 1 - Apr 30

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

10:15 PM

​​Early May​​

May 1 - May 5

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

10:00 PM

​​Summer​​

Jun 1 - Sep 9

10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

9:00 PM

​​Autumn​​

Oct 10 - Dec 12

9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

9:00 PM

​​Mid-December​​

Dec 13 - Dec 16

10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

9:00 PM

​​Holiday Season​​

Dec 17 - Feb 2

9:00 AM - 11:00 PM

10:00 PM

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Empire State Building Tickets | Ticket Prices

Empire State Building Tickets | Ticket Prices

Empire State Building Observatory Tickets​​

Ticket Type

Price (Adult)

Savings

Key Features

​​86th Floor Observatory​​

From ​​US$43.12​​

Save US$4.79

Immediate access
Conditional cancellation
No ticket collection required

​​Top Deck (86th + 102nd Floors)​​

From ​​US$77.42​​

Save US$8.60

Access to both observation decks
Immediate entry
No ticket collection

​​86th Floor + Express Pass​​

​​US$78.66​​

Save US$13.88

Skip-the-line access
Immediate entry
Conditional cancellation

​​Empire State Building | Combo & Special Experience Tickets​​

Ticket Type

Price (Adult)

Key Features

​​86th & 102nd Floors + Express Pass​​

From ​​US$117.59​​

Skip-the-line access
Immediate entry
Conditional cancellation

​​86th Floor + Statue of Liberty Boat Tour​​

From ​​US$78.23​​

Combo ticket
Non-refundable
Ticket collection required

​​Starbucks Reserve® Sunrise Experience​​

​​US$146.98​​

Individual ticket
Immersive exhibits
Conditional cancellation

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4.6/51174 reviews
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NZD 3.47
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5/53 reviews
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How to Get to Empire State Building?

How to Get to Empire State Building?

Get to Empire State Building by Subway

Subway Lines

Destination Station

Walking Time to Entrance

1, 2, 3, A, C, E

34th Street – Penn Station

3 minutes

N, Q, R, W, B, D, F, M

34th Street – Herald Square Station

5 minutes

4, 5, 6, 7

Grand Central Terminal

10 minutes

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Get to Empire State Building by Big Bus Tours​

  • The Big Bus stop is located at ​​5th Ave & West 32nd Street​​ (in front of CVS Pharmacy, next to Koreatown).
  • First stop: ​​9:17 AM​​ | Last stop: ​​5:17 PM (17:17)​​.
  • Look for the ​​"STAND HERE"​​ mark on the street.

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Best Time to Visit Empire State Building

Best Time to Visit Empire State Building

​​Empire State Building | Opening Hours & Accessibility​​

  • ​​Open 365 days/year​​, including all holidays (rain or shine).
  • Check updated business hours for last elevator times to the observatory nightly.

​​Empire State Building | Crowd Avoidance Tips​​

  • ​​Best time to visit​​: ​​12:00 PM - 2:00 PM​​ (morning rush ends by noon).
  • ​​Express Pass​​: Skip queues by purchasing Express Pass for more scenic enjoyment time.

​​Empire State Building | Romantic Experience & Proposals​​

  • ​​Ideal romantic times​​: After ​​8:00 PM​​ for fewer crowds and private NYC views.
  • ​​VIP Proposal Package​​:
    • Includes exclusive access to the ​​86th-floor observatory​​.
    • Ultra-premium experience with priority entry.
    • Check the Happiness Empire Packagefor details on Empire State Building Official website.
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What to Do & See in Empire State Building?

What to Do & See in Empire State Building?

Empire State Building | ​​Observatory Experience​​

  • ​​86th Floor Observatory​​: New York’s most iconic open-air observation deck with 360° panoramic views of Manhattan.
  • ​​102nd Floor Observatory​​: A fully enclosed, glass-walled top-floor deck offering even more breathtaking views (requires separate ticket).
  • ​​Express Pass​​: Skip the lines and enjoy faster access to the observatories.

Empire State Building | Special Activities & Experiences​​

  • ​​Starbucks Reserve® Sunrise Experience​​: Watch the sunrise over NYC from the 86th-floor observatory (advance booking required).
  • ​​VIP Proposal Package​​: A customized proposal experience with private access, champagne, and photography services.
  • ​​Serendipity 3 Sweet Treats Pop-up​​: Until September 8, enjoy limited-edition frozen hot chocolate and specialty desserts on the 86th floor.

Empire State Building | Exhibitions & Historical Exploration​​

  • ​​Immersive Exhibits​​: Explore newly renovated galleries on the 2nd and 80th floors featuring the building’s construction, Art Deco design, and behind-the-scenes stories from King Kong.
  • ​​Sustainability Display​​: Learn about the building’s eco-friendly technologies and green initiatives.
  • ​​QR Code Audio Guide​​: Scan QR codes throughout the exhibits for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and fun facts.

​​Empire State Building | Exclusive Services & Offers​​

  • ​​CITYPASS® Discount​​: Save 41% on combined entry to the Empire State Building and four other top NYC attractions.
  • ​​Ambassador Membership Program​​: Earn points with every purchase redeemable for free tickets, NFTs, and exclusive perks.
  • ​​Light Show Updates​​: Text CONNECTto 27416 to receive daily updates about the tower’s light displays and special events.

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Top Hotels Near Empire State Building

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NO.3
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FAQs about Empire State Building

  • Is it free to go up the Empire State building?

    No, it is not free to go up the Empire State Building; you must purchase tickets for admission to the observation decks, which offer different access levels and price points. Basic tickets start around $44 for adults and provide access to the 80th and 86th floors, while a premium ticket to the 102nd floor costs more, with current adult prices around $77.

  • What is so special about the Empire State building?

    The Empire State Building is special for its iconic Art Deco design, remarkable construction speed, its historical significance as a symbol of New York and American resilience, and its status as a pop culture icon featured in many films. It also offers stunning observation decks, has a unique history including its failed plan to serve as an airship mooring mast, and holds a LEED Gold certification for its green building practices.

  • Is it better to go to the Empire State building at night or day?

    Both daytime and nighttime visits to the Empire State Building offer unique advantages, with daytime providing expansive views of the city and nighttime offering the magical, illuminated Manhattan skyline and potentially fewer crowds. Choose a daytime visit to appreciate the architectural details and see the full scope of the city, or select a nighttime visit for a romantic experience with the dazzling lights, especially after late evening when crowds are thinned.
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