Empire State Building
Structure, Historic and Protected Site, and Scenic Lookout
Koreatown, 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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AnnaJanuary 3, 2013two hours in the line, 15 minutes on the top... It was the third time when i spent my precious time in the least effective way, after Eiffel tower and Mao Zedong mausoleum ... No more tourist trap!
Firas BataDecember 30, 2012Went to the 86th floor, the view is wonderful? I hear the upgrade to the 102nd isn't worth it cause the view is indistinguishable.
Tamela PlaineSeptember 5, 2013I got yelled at by one of the employees when I thought she was breaking up my party. I think this place is best during the day.....at least I hope. too cloudy to see anything.
CitySights NYJanuary 11, 2011The top lights up with different colors for various holidays and events. Love the red and green during December!
Anton WilliamsNovember 8, 2014Main Deck (86th floor) - $29 (adult) http://www.esbnyc.com/buy-tickets
Ronald VeltenAugust 14, 2018Normally love it, but prizes went up outrageously and the outside observatory on 102nd was closed (which they did not tell)
NY Waterway ManagerJuly 2, 2012Special packages for the Empire State Building here:
Basy HaDecember 28, 2014Magnificent view..BUT don't do a regular ticket. Rather go with the express. Queues are a PAIN.
All tenants: don't forget your ID. And never swipe anyone in!
Hot StepperJuly 4, 2012Make sure you bring pennies to throw from the observatory level. Points if it his someone!!
Lorenzo Fernandez-KopecMay 11, 2013Fun fact: they have a remote for the elevators that count 10 floors at a time
Erica EllisJuly 28, 2013Buy the express pass! Totally worth every penny! Skip the 102nd floor, not worth it.
MIBODEGA AGENCYSeptember 1, 2010The Empire State Building is a 102-story landmark Art Deco skyscraper completed in 1931 and is currently the tallest building in NYC.
Diana LeeNovember 27, 2010if u know anyone who works at ESB, ask them to take u up to the ticket booth. this can save u close to an hour of waiting in line to buy tix
- 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.
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.
The New YorkerAugust 25, 2010Letters addressed to God sent care of this address are classified as “misdirected” and burned in the Post Office basement, as reported in a 1934 Talk of the Town piece. Read more
Bryce PetersonSeptember 14, 2011We visit both here and the "Top of the Rock". If you could only choose one... Go visit Alec Baldwin.
Jessica RomanJanuary 9, 2013Don't do the sky ride unless you're willing to put up with the dizziness and nausea at the top looking over NYC.
Dena RapoportApril 3, 2014Don't be fooled. You have to buy a second entry ticket to get to the 102nd floor observatory.
babysmurfJanuary 14, 2012I prefer Top of the Rock. It's better view from there. And fewer lines too.
Sergio CanalesApril 13, 2012It's important to get a NY City Pass before arrive to the building, if that so, you only has to do one line, save time, enjoy more...
The Christmas decorations here are beautiful! They usually go up right around Thanksgiving time.
Stephanie S.November 15, 2011This floor's observatory gives better views versus the 86th. Smaller and closed area versus 86th's roomier and open space.
MOVIECLIPSApril 20, 2011The view from the observation deck is amazing, but can't touch Hollywoods job in Kong, when King Kong battles the airplanes... Read more
Markus SApril 5, 2012You're not allowed to take a tripod with you up (not even a gorillapod) so take that into account when visiting Empire State Building after
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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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"The Guided Tour is worth paying for it! Great view."
Carola Wüst - 6.7
"Service is great! In a bustling, busy place, it felt very personal. Staff were curteous and helpful. Would definitely come back!"
Emma B-Brown 
"Cafe on the third floor. They do an excellent roasted vegetable. The Danish at the coffee bar was on point."
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