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The 3 Best Observation Decks in New York City

3 tours  ·  from $40 a head

Four decks, four different pitches, and one of them puts the Empire State Building in your photograph rather than under your feet. The 3 below compare height, price, indoor cover and how far ahead each needs booking.

NYC Empire State Building Observation Deck Ticket - The 80th floor adds history before the big view
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NYC Empire State Building Observation Deck Ticket

1.NYC Empire State Building Observation Deck Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,916 reviews · 45 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $47Our pick

Review the Empire State Building Observatory ticket, with 86th and 102nd floor views, museum galleries, practical timing tips, and value advice.

“Everything went smoothly and the Gentleman at 102 floor is very knowledgeable. Amazing friendly staff!!”

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Top of the Rock Observation Deck New York City Ticket - Arriving at Rockefeller Center
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Top of the Rock Observation Deck New York City Ticket

NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket - The Hudson Yards introduction before the elevator
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NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket

3.NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,242 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39Best value

Step onto NYC Edge, 1,100 feet above Manhattan, for glass-floor thrills, wide city views, digital photos, and weather protection.

“This is a must do when visiting Manhattan, it’s an experience from the moment you enter the building. From shopping center at the bottom to the experience in the elevator going up, and the top floor. The moment we walked out the views take our breath away. It’s also winter and 30 degrees so up there was much colder. We came at night so New York was lit up. I will be doing this every time I come back. I’ve been to the top of other buildings but nothing matches this experience.”

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