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One World Observatory Skip-the-Line All Inclusive Ticket
4.1(169)New York City2 hours
VIATOR4.3(18)TRIPADVISOR4.1(151)
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At a glance
Duration
2 hours
Price from
$70 / person
Location
New York City
Rating
4.1 / 5 · 169 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
1–15 pax
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Legends OWO LLC
Description
Your experience begins as you ascend to the top of One World Observatory in a SkyPod Elevator climbing 102 stories in only 47 seconds. Your astounding ride takes you on a journey of NYC from unsettled lands to today’s marvelous landscape.
Explore the Observatory with unparalleled 360° views in an enclosed climate-controlled space. Engage with the Tour Ambassadors, your insider at the top! They can point out famous landmarks, neighborhoods, share some history and culture.
Enhance your experience with One World Explorer, an iPad guide to New York City. As you move around the observatory, the view on the iPad screen moves with you. Tap a label and you’ll soar up close to hear captivating stories about each site.
Drink and dine in the sky at ONE Dine or the bar, ONE Mix with NYC influenced menus.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM, 12:30 PM, and 4:00 PM
Next available
Sat, Oct 24
Adult (ages 13–64)
$70
Senior (ages 65+)
$68
Youth (ages 6–12)
$63
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:48 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 23.
Tour Options
All-Inclusive Flexible Ticket
Skip all the Lines - Priority: Flexible entry ticket, arrive at any time. One World Explorer iPad experience and $30 to Shop, Drink or Eat.
Itinerary
One World Observatory
Admission included
All-Inclusive Admission is a flexible entry ticket, select the day you will visit and arrive at any time. This ticket allows you to skip all the lines with a priority lane to security and both the entry and exit elevators. Also includes One World Explorer iPad experience and $15 to Shop, Drink or Eat.
What's included
Included
$30 voucher for you to eat, drink, or shop at OWO.
Flexible Arrival Time
Skip all the Lines: Priority Lane for Security, Entry and Exit Elevator
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.1
169 reviews
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How it compares in New York City
Starting price $70 is 16% above the typical $60 for tours of similar length in New York City
Excurgo comparison of 2,435 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible
Reservations are recommended for ONE DINE RESTAURANT
Children age 5 and under do not require a ticket
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does One World Observatory Skip-the-Line All Inclusive Ticket take?
One World Observatory Skip-the-Line All Inclusive Ticket lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does One World Observatory Skip-the-Line All Inclusive Ticket cost?
Prices start at $70 per person for this New York City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does One World Observatory Skip-the-Line All Inclusive Ticket run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 12:30 PM, and 4:00 PM.
Can I cancel One World Observatory Skip-the-Line All Inclusive Ticket for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is One World Observatory Skip-the-Line All Inclusive Ticket offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children age 5 and under do not require a ticket
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is One World Observatory Skip-the-Line All Inclusive Ticket worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 169 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Legends OWO LLC.
Reviews(169)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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G8083YQchristinam
August 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Worth it for the view, but definitely needs direct restaurant access
It's a tall building, yes, but it was designed very stupidly honestly. Their OneWorld Restaurant is located within the same floor as the observatory and was very nice on it's own as far as restaurants go, BUT getting there was a nightmare.
This building was not designed for people with reservations to that restaurant, so we had to go through the ENTIRE observatory ticket experience, including waiting in line just to bypass the 3min preview video that's part of the observatory tour, and then zigzag through the building with limited signage just to find this restaurant.
This place really should have a separate entrance/elevator that leads directly to the restaurant so that we don't ruin our observatory experience trying to get there. Our reservation was for 2pm lunch, at the time the restaurant opened, and we planned to go through the observatory experience after we ate. However, because of how this building was designed, we wished we just saw the observatory stuff first and ate later. We were too irritated to enjoy the views after all that.
The 3min intro video was awesome, but it was anticlimactic for us and I'm not telling you why (no spoilers).
Bottom Line: This place needs a separate restaurant access, but until they smarten up, I HIGHLY recommend planning to go through your observatory tour before your meal reservation (if you make one).
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We appreciate your comments regarding your journey in the space. Guest perspectives are very valuable as we continue to refine the guest experience. Please feel free to reach out to us directly at info@oneworldobservatory.com to hear more about your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back for another visit.
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Peter_R
July 23, 2026 · via Viator
No line to skip
Check your timing. I spent way too much on this because there's no line of it's very empty. I'm not sure why you have to skip it online cuz there were no lines in
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share your review. Our line wait times can fluctuate throughout the day, and we understand how timing and ticket options impact the value of your experience. If you have any questions, you can reach out to us directly at info@oneoworldobservatory.com. We hope to welcome you back for another visit.
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tmerris
June 27, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
View from the top!
Great views & not too busy. Loved the high speed lift
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699greysonf
June 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great
The elevator took us up so high, it was so fun! They gave me an iPad and let me be the tour guide for my group, and the little app on it was amazing. The prices were absolutely AMAZING! Everything else in NYC has been so overpriced, but not here, it was great!
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nb6q2dss8g
February 9, 2026 · via Viator
Great place to visit
Well organised and booking was so easy. Amazing view of the city. Cafe was good too. Would definitely recommend the blueberry muffin!
Operator response
Thank you for your review! It's great to hear the booking process was easy and that the views from the top were enjoyed. We appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back again soon.
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Love2sparkle2019
January 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Nice views, enjoyed
Would recommend. Nice views, not as good as some of the other one towers. Easy to navigate. Only gripe was we had a go city pass, you can’t pre book so have to turn up for a slot. You will never get in asap k on inundated what is 1hr 20. This so so you have to upgrade. We did to save time about $15/20 each. Enjoyed it.
Operator response
We’re glad you enjoyed the views and found the observatory easy to navigate. Thanks for sharing your experience with the Go City Pass. Upgrading can definitely save time. We hope you’ll visit again to take in the city from above!
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thorn2nsarah
January 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Stunning views
We visited the one world observatory on our first morning in NYC.
It was a beautiful clear December morning and the views were spectacular, I would recommend getting the iPad (extra cost) which points out the landmarks - my husband was very entertained by this.
The experience was great and I would recommend the all inclusive experience to jump the queues.
Operator response
We’re glad you enjoyed your first morning in NYC with us! The iPad is a fun way to explore the landmarks, and it’s great to hear that it kept your husband entertained. Thank you for recommending the All-Inclusive experience. We hope you’ll visit again to enjoy more stunning views!
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Tim_P
November 22, 2025 · via Viator
Friday morning At 9 am
Friday morning at 9 am there were no lines - so the skip the line features of some of the more expensive tickets were not really needed.
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your experience. Early mornings can definitely be a great time to visit and we’re glad you had an easy, line-free start to your day. We hope you’ll come back again soon to enjoy the views at a different time of day.
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dptrajano
October 23, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
It was amazing!
It was amazing! Place with many stories, modern architecture and the view is amazing! I consider a must go when I'm in NYC
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Piratedanistda
October 15, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
The bar and restaurant is badly organized. Observatory is great.
The observatory is great, the views are great as well, the restaurant and bar is really bad, the people is extremely unfriendly, and there’s not enough seating available, we purchased $15 drink and eat voucher. It was not possible to get a seating. Even at the bar, there was not enough space.
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re glad you enjoyed the observatory and views, but we’re very sorry to hear about the issues you encountered at the restaurant and bar. Your feedback about seating and service is important and will be shared with our team to help improve future guest experiences. Please feel free to message at info@oneworldobservatory.com to discuss in more detail.
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