Empire State Building
Structure, Historic and Protected Site, and Scenic Lookout
Koreatown, New York
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"Beautiful view from the observation tower on 86th floor."(32 Tips)
"Beautiful views from the observation deck."(33 Tips)
"102nd floors,just before sunset!"(27 Tips)
"The Express Pass is the best $25 you can spend!"(25 Tips)
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Shannon JeropkeJune 14, 2011Spend the $20 and go to the top of this historic monument. The views are breathtaking and unlike almost anything else you'll ever see!
Claudia GonzalesAugust 18, 2013Fair price for one of the most iconic buildings in the city! Beautiful view!
The building was recently restored to its beautiful original state. Tip: Check the calendar as celebrities often pass through to "light" the lights on top of the building.
Maisoon MaJuly 14, 2018It doesn’t deserve the high price tickets! We went for the highest point you can reach it was similar to the lower one with less price and open aria
JenApril 8, 2012Get express tickets. No queues for security or the Lifts....ushered straight to the top! Worth very penny!
If you visit this prestige landmark, be sure to come ride and experience the NY Skyride! www.nyskyride.com
GarikTravelsMarch 27, 2011Try to get here when the weather is good. And definitely buy tickets for the 102nd floor observation deck. The view is breath-taking!
LawyerLocator.comOctober 14, 2011In 2006, stuntman Jeb Corliss attempted to jump from the Empire State Building with a parachute. The building brought a lawsuit against him. He counter-sued and they settled for an undisclosed amount.
The New YorkerAugust 6, 2012Is the Empire State Building the center of a second Bermuda Triangle? Lizzie Widdicombe investigated with an Internet-purchased radio-wave meter and a veteran cab driver… Read more
David ☕️ KleinNovember 29, 201486th floor is good enough. Don't worry about going all the way to the top.
Joseph SmithSeptember 22, 2015You MUST try the sea salt dessert. It's the best downtown. Definitely will be back!
Kevin ClintonDecember 5, 2013If you get a pass, use the ends. Make sure that the white part is facing you, and insert the pass SLOWLY.
ChristianAugust 28, 2014Really - just head over to Top of the Rock instead. Fewer people, lower price, better and unobstructed views.
Steve WattsMarch 17, 2015Make sure you buy tickets inside the building....external sellers are a rip off (yes, they got me)
Lauralee HiseAugust 5, 2012Amazing view! Next time I may go later, because the lines were very long. It was still incredible!
Basy HaDecember 28, 2014Magnificent view..BUT don't do a regular ticket. Rather go with the express. Queues are a PAIN.
Óli EysturdalSeptember 13, 2012Go there at night! At midnight you can get out through without queuing. Closes at 1.15 am. Great view!!
U can come here for bz too. Just visiting sone attorneys friends. Doesnt hurt to keep them handy....)))))
Barry PhillipsJanuary 24, 2015The experience was nice the price too pricey $56 and $20 for a picture kick rocks but yolo
Can SensesSeptember 23, 2016Visiting 86th floor is enough but if you want to shoot more decent pics,you should purchase 102th floor tickets.
✨#IamRomdelacrème✨January 8, 2012This is one of the "MUST" see landmarks in New York City. The outdoor balcony offers a 360 breath taking city view.
BlairMay 24, 20121955: The American Society of Civil Engineers selected the Empire State Building as one of the seven greatest engineering achievements in America's history
Lauren Murphy-GerlingMarch 6, 2013Don't just see it from the ground, spend that $25 to hit the top. You won't regret it...unless you forget to bring a camera.
Time Out New YorkSeptember 10, 2010Take the high-speed elevators 1,050 ft up to the Art Deco masterpiece’s 86th-floor observatory. Skyride Visitors can take a motion-picture tour of the city streets ($18).
HISTORYMarch 30, 2010The Empire State Building opened ahead of schedule in 1931 taking only one year and 45 days to build. It is currently the tallest building in NYC.
LiliJuly 3, 2011Definitely upgrade to the EXPRESS pass. It is $25, but the lines to the observation deck are ridiculous. Passes are totally worth it!!!
AlaraJanuary 14, 2017102 floor is overrated. Go there to watch the sunset so you can see the timelapse of New York yourself.
Domnule ObzenJuly 26, 2015This building is totally a symbol of what NY is. Waiting on the line is totally OK; specially when you check the view of this city from the top.- Bettina KMarch 18, 2017Get a ticket to the first stop, when there get a ticket to go all the way to the top.
Zx WangSeptember 7, 2015Great view on the 86th observatory! Esp. at night, all lights and planes shine waiting you!- Mike SingletonMay 8, 2014The Empire State Building lights up in Rubik’s cube colors tonight for the cube’s 40th birthday. Read more
Larry✅December 11, 2022The lines are unbelievable if you want to do anything in there. Almost not worth the price to do anything. Nice experience if there wasn’t lines.
- Desiree M.December 29, 2010Don't pay the extra $15 for the 102nd floor. The view really isn't that much different up 16 more floors. It's indoors and has glass 360 degrees so it's good if it's raining or snowing I guess.
Susanna DemarchiJanuary 2, 2015Awesome, but the line was incredible. Not normal at all. The all afternoon in line!
Erica EllisJuly 28, 2013Buy the express pass! Totally worth every penny! Skip the 102nd floor, not worth it.
♫~ Ooooh, NewYork! Concrete jungle where dreams r made of. There’s nothin' u cant do. Now u’re in NewYork! These streets will make u feel brand new. Big lights will inspire u. Hear it 4 NewYork ~ ♫
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Soaring 1,454 ft. (443 m.) above Manhattan, the Empire State Building is the region's #1 tourist attraction & the heart of New York City. Our 86th & 102nd floor Observatories offer the two highest viewing decks in NYC along with unobstructed 360-degree views. On a clear day, you can see five states!
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"It's totally worth the wait. Get there an hour before sunset and make sure you wait for the city's lights to come into view shortly after sunset. Super magical. NYC at its best."
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"This place is awesome, I can always understand they are constantly busy since its the busiest Starbucks with all the tourist, but their service is awesome!!!!"
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"Cafe on the third floor. They do an excellent roasted vegetable. The Danish at the coffee bar was on point."
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