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Top of the Rock Observation Deck

Scenic Lookout

Rockefeller Center, New York

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Top of the Rock Observation Deck

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Ranked #1 for scenic lookouts in New York
The experts at The Telegraph and The Corcoran Group recommend this place
"You get the Empire State Building in your pictures which is amazing."(70 Tips)
"Very nice place to enjoy NYC skyline and cheaper than Empire State."(17 Tips)
"Come for last elevator at 10:45, night views are awesome"(11 Tips)
"New York skyline view is the best from here..."(4 Tips)

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Stephy BJanuary 14, 2012
Great view, can get more than a little windy up there though :)
Trinsky HarknessNovember 28, 2011
Don't miss the lift roof! Keep your eyes wide open :)
Trinsky HarknessNovember 28, 2011
Get ready: reaching the top will take about 15 min because the security and logistics for guests.
André DinizJuly 28, 2013
Muuuuch better than EPB. Better view, less wait time!
Can ErdemMarch 10, 2018
Best view of Manhattan
Nic VizJune 16, 2012
For you ladies traveling single, leave your pepper spray behind since they'll take it away!
Firyal AlthobaitiDecember 19, 2019
Expensive, its a one time thing. Go at night
Mercedes GrohlOctober 26, 2014
Enjoy the view!
Radio City Christmas SpectacularOctober 6, 2011
If you’re not afraid of heights, look straight down to see the Christmas tree glisten 850 feet below!
P SharpApril 7, 2015
Best to go at night
Jorge PantojaAugust 14, 2013
Much better view when compared to the empire state.bulding.
Rockefeller CenterJanuary 14, 2011
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LIEN NDecember 2, 2012
Absolutely stunning views of Manhattan. I heart New York.
Jc SlsOctober 23, 2017
BEST OBSERVATION DECK @ NYC! ♥️
Alexandra TritzAugust 17, 2016
Beautiful view from the top !
Ingvild M. PlosivOctober 20, 2012
So glad I went here - what an amazing view! Go!
Karina FreireAugust 8, 2014
What a view!!!!
Mirko BonadeiOctober 27, 2012
Awesome view from this venue
Jacob FordMay 12, 2013
Play ping pong with the gods.
JuanMay 6, 2014
Best view than Empire State
Rick DavisNovember 13, 2012
Great views go do it!
Mateus MoraesSeptember 8, 2015
What a beautiful view of the city!
Robert T.May 30, 2012
A világ tetején... New York a lábaink előtt... :-)) Greetings from Hungary (Europe)
Jesus LanderosAugust 2, 2015
Beautiful place to talé a breake.
Toby SrebnikJune 11, 2012
Don't forget to download the iPhone app!
Marlon SobrinhoSeptember 6, 2017
Altura monster
Security AnalystOctober 27, 2013
Book and visit early to avoid queues
Lilly NMarch 18, 2016
Unbreathable!
Chris SpanougakisMay 20, 2012
Try to be there just before sunset, to catch the first city lights!
goloMarch 27, 2013
Restroom on floor 66 through the elevator near the exit
Steve JamSeptember 27, 2013
great view!
Angus WilliamsNovember 15, 2018
Expensive, go in the day light for some nice photos
Gail FisherJuly 10, 2012
Amazing view of the New York skyline at night
NY WaterwayMay 2, 2012
Take the ferry over! NY Waterway packages here: http://bit.ly/K9K8Wp
Jeff ConkeyApril 13, 2012
A great place to get night time shots of lower Manhattan
Sofie Van KerckhoveAugust 14, 2014
Great view on central park!
Francesco BenvenutoNovember 14, 2012
Go the for the sunset! Empire state building is waiting for you
Tasha DeidreJuly 25, 2011
Great views...Feels like you're on the top of the world!
Oliver K. HitzAugust 6, 2017
Great view. Disappointed that my blind friend had to pay full price - come on. This is not fair 👎🏽
Кирилл СеменовNovember 19, 2013
Thanks for free wi fi at the top :)
Leon Alv AlvDecember 6, 2011
I had a great time, no lines no waiting, no nothing, but people told me I got super lucky , cause normally is insane , so better bring something to entertain you for at least 2 to 3 ahours
Steve JamSeptember 27, 2013
top view :-)
Carla AbanesAugust 4, 2014
Very nice and helpful guards
JasminMarch 15, 2016
Best view in NY!
BC 😎🎶January 2, 2011
A must go to if you want to see views of the city!
Tony IzzardSeptember 9, 2015
Great views of the city
ArchtoberSeptember 20, 2011
#Archtober Building of the Day for October 4, 2011. Interior and observation deck renovations designed by Gabellini Sheppard Associates.
Carlos TapiaAugust 6, 2015
Such a pretty view of NYC
ILYA SPECAugust 17, 2015
Breathtaking views!
Tat BMarch 15, 2016
Was nice at night!!!❤️

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