Empire State Building | Official Tickets, New York

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This Empire State Building ticket gives you access to the legendary New York landmark, allowing you to climb 1,049 ft (320 m) high and enjoy unobstructed 360-degree views of New York City. Don’t miss out on this incredible experience! What's more, you'll enjoy 2 attractions for the price of one, with access to the observatory plus the ESB interactive museum!

Details

Included

Admission to the Empire State Building
Admission to the 86th–floor observation deck
Admission to the Empire State Building Interactive Museum
Admission to the 102nd–floor observation deck (depending on selection)
Skip–the–line tickets (depending on selection)
Free informational app
Wifi connection

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

20 West 34th Street (on November 27, 2025, Thanksgiving Day, access will be via 34th Street and 5th Avenue)

Reviews of our customers

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May 11, 2026
Montse Moleon Gimenez
Barcelona, Spain
Fantastic
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June 1, 2023
Debbie
Boise, United States
The displays and information about the building were excellent. The thing that bothered ys was the rudeness of some of the employees. One man in parti...
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February 24, 2025
Inmaculada
Llerena, Spain
Stunning. Wonderful. Unique
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August 16, 2023
Manuela
Granada, Spain
The ticket purchase service to visit the empire was excellent
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July 23, 2023
Armando Teixeiro Feijoo
Madrid, Spain
Astonishing views at night !!! A must...
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January 10, 2022
James Bautista Garcés
Medellín, Colombia
Todo es súper confiable, el QR de los tickets se leyó súper rápido y ahorramos mucho tiempo
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January 7, 2020
Enrique
Barcelona, Spain
Highly recommended to take the fast past, you skip all the queues and in 10min. you're on top of the Empire. The exhibition is also very interesting. ...
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November 12, 2019
Anonymous
Stuart, U.S. Outlying Islands
We felt like VIPs skipping all lines.
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November 11, 2019
Catherine
Coventry, United States
I purchased 4 tickets, but one ticket was not recognized by the Empire State Building ticket desk. It took a supervisor to finally approve entrance.
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October 28, 2019
Clare Inns
Dunstable, United Kingdom
ABSOLUTELY BLOODY FANTASTIC!!! Can’t say more than that!!!!
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Ticket to the Empire State Building

Climbing to the top of the Empire State Building, in the heart of New York, is an unparalleled and unique experience for all travelers visiting New York City. In its day, it was the winner of the "race into the sky", as 40 Wall Street and the Chrysler building were being built at the same time, and each one vied for the title of the world's tallest building.

The Empire State Building was the tallest building in the world for some forty years, and its impressive 86th-floor observation deck that stands 1,047 ft (320 m) tall is thanks to this "race into the sky". Upon seeing that the Chrysler Building would beat the Empire State for height, thanks to its steel spire, five extra floors were added, including the 86th-floor observation deck.

Today, this is a glass-enclosed and outdoor open-air terrace from where you can enjoy panoramic views of Central Park, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Chrysler Building and the Statue of Liberty, among many other renowned landmarks.

What’s more, you'll also have the opportunity to admire its famous art deco-inspired lobby and discover the Empire State Building's Interactive Museum exhibits, located on the 2nd floor and on the newly renovated 80th floor—two tickets for the price of one!

Interactive Attractions

On July 29, 2019, the second phase of the Empire State Building Observatory Experience was inaugurated, aiming to create even more unforgettable moments. This experimental journey takes visitors through the construction of the building up to its current status as a pop culture icon.

You'll also find a replica of the original structure, the technology which moves the elevators within the skyscraper, and much much more. And 72 screens with 180 degree immersive sound show adverts, films, TV shows, comics and games in which the mythical building has featured—and you'll even be able to high five King Kong himself, with 4D elements making it the closest you can possibly get to the giant ape!

Express Ticket

When booking, you can choose the express entry option, which means you won't have to wait in line to enter the building or take the lift.

You can also choose the express entrance only to the 86th floor, or the option that includes queue-free access to the observation deck on the 102nd floor, from where you'll have even better views of the Big Apple thanks to its 24 floor-to-ceiling windows. Not only that, but you'll be taken up to the observation deck in a panoramic lift.

Schedules & Ticket Validity

Your ticket to the Empire State Building in New York is valid for the date and time selected when making your booking.

To avoid waiting in line, we recommend that you do not enter between 12 pm and 2 pm, as well as 1 hour before and 1 hour after sunset.

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Ticket to the Empire State Building

Interactive Attractions

Express Ticket

When booking, you can choose the express entry option, which means you won't have to wait in line to enter the building or take the lift.

Schedules & Ticket Validity

Your ticket to the Empire State Building in New York is valid for the date and time selected when making your booking.

To avoid waiting in line, we recommend that you do not enter between 12 pm and 2 pm, as well as 1 hour before and 1 hour after sunset.

Empire State Building Tickets