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Empire State Building

Structure, Historic and Protected Site, and Scenic Lookout

Koreatown, New York

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Ranked #3 for scenic views in New York
This structure is famous for their scenic views. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"The view from the 86th floor is amazing!"(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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Cherry KamAugust 29, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Jump the line with the Express VIP pass.
Matt HostlerJuly 8, 2012
Smallest dancers in Manhatten.
Nikita FokusJanuary 17, 2013
Kaplan school =]
Charles PhotoframdDecember 5, 2011
Still waiting for the Red & Green!
Andy SinesioJuly 15, 2010
Go late at night for short lines!
Israel AndalonJuly 26, 2011
King Kong was once here, knocking down airplanes...
Lori KoberAugust 27, 2012
No bathrooms before security check point
Tony DavisApril 9, 2011
Don't buy the stupid $80 pass you still have to wait in all the lines...it takes 2 hours
Daniela Ramos FalcaoMay 21, 2011
Wonderful view!
Mohamed ZakyMarch 30, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Guys u still here
David OhNovember 7, 2011
Don't pay extra for the sky ride - tackiest ride ever, it's a joke
Akiko ItoDecember 28, 2012
With Maako
Kenny BucklesJanuary 14, 2012
On empire state building
Corey SzopinskiSeptember 5, 2011
Do not buy a ticket on the sidewalk. Big mistake.
Thomas AlexanderJanuary 6, 2011
by night ! new york ,new york
Joel MarkSeptember 29, 2010
Yeah... Plan on waiting in line to get back down too!
Bill ŠtamMarch 13, 2011
must see in N.Y.C
Andrew FarquharsonJuly 6, 2011
Don't go, Top of the Rock was way better!!!
StevenDecember 31, 2011
Pay for express and avoid the skyride at all cost
Jacob CassMarch 9, 2010
Don't get scammed by the people selling tickets outside. Go at night, a lot less people and a very pretty view. The simulation ride there was OK though not worth the price tag.
Florian StillgerSeptember 29, 2012
Do not do the skyride!!
Carlos GaravitoMay 30, 2011
Go at midnight. No lineups. Read more
Adi PrasetyoMay 26, 2010
did this, great, feel like can see the whole world..xoxoxox...
Kate RayFebruary 14, 2013
No flasks allowed
Thiago SantanaFebruary 23, 2014
Don't EVER go to 102nd floor. It isn't open like 86, it's small, dirty glasses.
Toni BJuly 11, 2011
Skip this and head to the Top of the Rock
JenMarch 17, 2010
enjoy the breathtaking view of new york city. Read more
Billy ThomasApril 5, 2012
Observation Deck
Joyce SolsticeTravelMarch 3, 2012
Don't look down :)
Mary RoseFebruary 16, 2011
Red & Pink for valentines Day!
Mohamed ZakyMay 12, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Hello guys
Quimby APINovember 29, 2011
my first tip
DenisMarch 28, 2011
Great view!
Dave FleetJanuary 17, 2010
Head up late at night. No lines and less crowded.
Lauren ForsytheJune 7, 2012
I wanna go
Paul RollingsAugust 29, 2013
Not worth the money; very overpriced and exit thru gift shop just about sums up this attraction !!!
BedBugsAugust 23, 2010
The view from here is amazing!
Ren BApril 26, 2013
Do not waste your money on the Skyride!! It's not worth it and that machinery sounds like its about to break!!!!
Carrie PMay 20, 2010
Don't go midday on a weekend. You will be in line forever.
Aaron CallowayJuly 12, 2013
Long lines....
Melissa ParkerNovember 11, 2009
Love it.. :) worth the trip to the top
Loo Khai KeatDecember 30, 2013
Do not buy fast ticket. The queue is slow. Its not worth your penny.
Mohamed ZakyMay 5, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Who still there ?
Pierre ValadeAugust 20, 2009
Went at the top just before night. Was great.
Toan NguyenJune 28, 2012
Don't go there at night
Sergent Nicholas Brody Keunyoung ChungDecember 12, 2010
86th is enough. 102nd view is not good considering additional pay ($15).
Bruno CruzApril 21, 2011
How i miss this view
Gustavo PieriniAugust 29, 2010
Nice place for great shots!!!
Hiroki MatsumotoSeptember 12, 2010
86th floor outside is enough!
Masha DDecember 29, 2011
102nd floor so not worth the 15 bucks

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Empire State Building

350 5th Ave (btwn 33rd & 34th St)
New York, NY 10118
United States

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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!