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New York Observation Deck Tickets

Take in New York from above: the classic Empire State Building, the skyline-facing Top of the Rock, the glass-floored Edge at Hudson Yards, and the mirrored Summit One Vanderbilt. Each offers a different angle on the city’s legendary skyline, by day or night.

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New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour
New York City
New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour
4.8(13,601)·6 hours
from$99/ person
via Viator
NYC Empire State Building Observation Deck Ticket
New York City
NYC Empire State Building Observation Deck Ticket
4.4(7,243)·2 hours
from$48/ person
via Viator
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Ticket
New York City
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Ticket
4.5(5,667)·3 hours
from$48/ person
via Viator
New York: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus
New York City
New York: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus
3.5(4,868)·24 hours
from$45/ person
via Viator
Top of the Rock Observation Deck New York City Ticket
New York City
Top of the Rock Observation Deck New York City Ticket
4.3(4,741)·1 hour
from$46/ person
via Viator
New York City One World Observatory Admission Ticket
New York City
New York City One World Observatory Admission Ticket
4.3(2,680)·2 hours
from$30/ person
via Viator
NYC Edge Immersive Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission
New York City
NYC Edge Immersive Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission
4.0(2,301)·2 hours
from$48/ person
via Viator
Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise
New York City
Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise
4.8(1,472)·3 hours
from$86/ person
via Viator
New York Pass: 100+ Things To Do including Empire State Building
New York City
New York Pass: 100+ Things To Do including Empire State Building
4.2(1,366)·120 hours
from$169/ person
via Viator
Statue of Liberty and New York City Skyline Sightseeing Cruise
New York City
Statue of Liberty and New York City Skyline Sightseeing Cruise
4.8(820)·2 hours
from$79/ person
via Viator
Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Tour with Upgrade Options
New York City
Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Tour with Upgrade Options
3.5(300)·5 hours
from$47/ person
via Viator
Walking tour in Manhattan Brooklyn Bridge and Waterfront
New York City
Walking tour in Manhattan Brooklyn Bridge and Waterfront
4.9(234)·3 hours
from$29/ person
via Viator
NYC: Empire State, Statue of Liberty, and Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
New York City
NYC: Empire State, Statue of Liberty, and Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
3.4(213)·2 hours
from$135/ person
via Viator
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Skip-the-Line Premium Experience with Tour
New York City
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Skip-the-Line Premium Experience with Tour
4.9(141)·2 hours
from$162/ person
via Viator
NYC Empire State Building Sunrise Experience + Starbucks Reserve
New York City
NYC Empire State Building Sunrise Experience + Starbucks Reserve
4.5(94)·2 hours
from$147/ person
via Viator
New York: Empire State Building & Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour
New York City
New York: Empire State Building & Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour
3.3(90)·2 hours
from$105/ person
via Viator
Rockefeller Center Walking Tour With Optional Top of the Rock
New York City
Rockefeller Center Walking Tour With Optional Top of the Rock
4.7(75)·2 hours
from$39/ person
via Viator
High Line, Chelsea and Hudson Yards Tour with Edge Entry Option
New York City
High Line, Chelsea and Hudson Yards Tour with Edge Entry Option
5.0(19)·2 hours
from$29/ person
via Viator
Empire State Building and Flatiron District Walking Tour
New York City
Empire State Building and Flatiron District Walking Tour
4.8(17)·2 hours
from$79/ person
via Viator
Top of The Rock & The Beam Combo Admission Ticket
New York City
Top of The Rock & The Beam Combo Admission Ticket
4.8(14)·1 hour
from$62/ person
via Viator
NY: Empire State Building, Liberty Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour
New York City
NY: Empire State Building, Liberty Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour
4.2(12)·2 hours
from$99/ person
via Viator
Top of the Rock, Midtown Tour with Optional Empire State Building
New York City
Top of the Rock, Midtown Tour with Optional Empire State Building
5.0(7)·3 hours
from$69/ person
via Viator
Skylift & Top of The Rock Combo Admission Ticket
New York City
Skylift & Top of The Rock Combo Admission Ticket
5.0(4)·1 hour
from$62/ person
via Viator
【Japanese Tour】Three Major Night Views of New York City with Top of the Rock Observatory Ticket
New York City
【Japanese Tour】Three Major Night Views of New York City with Top of the Rock Observatory Ticket
3 hours
from$181/ person
via Viator

Observation Decks in New York — FAQ

Which is the best observation deck in New York?
Each is great: Top of the Rock has the best Empire State and Central Park views, the Empire State Building is the classic icon, Edge is the highest open-air deck, and Summit One Vanderbilt is the most immersive and mirrored.
How much are New York observation decks?
Tickets typically cost around €35–45 each; many visitors pick one or two for different views, and city passes can bundle several at a saving.
Are observation decks worth it in New York?
Yes — soaring above Manhattan for panoramic skyline views, especially at sunset, is an unmissable New York experience; booking a timed ticket skips the queue.

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