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Top of the Rock Observation Deck

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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 Corcoran Group and The Telegraph 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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Ross BranniganOctober 6, 2015
Get your pass in advance to avoid the queues.
Charles PhotoframdOctober 16, 2011
My favorite view of the Manhattan. Wonderful by day but breathtaking at night!
Edu PavaniDecember 29, 2016
For me it's the best NYC view!
ArnoldNovember 15, 2016
Beautiful view on Central Park and Downtown!!!
raditya brahmanaFebruary 28, 2015
sunset in this place is incredible!
The Transit NavigatorSeptember 24, 2011
Go for a wonderful view of Manhattan, but make sure it's sunny for the full experience!
Fabian RangolSeptember 20, 2016
6.30 p.m was a good slot in September.
Artem RSeptember 9, 2017
The best veiw
Hannah AlkadiMay 22, 2017
The view, man. The view.
Clair WyantAugust 8, 2014
Cell reception is spotty, but who cares. Unbelievable views!
cansu ugurluNovember 13, 2015
It was the top of the world. Book your time at the sunset
NBC Nightly NewsAugust 16, 2011
Located on the roof of 30 Rock visitors can get an unobstructed 360 degree view of New York City.
Quentin LafonAugust 31, 2014
The best view in NY to admire skyscrapers.
Rodrigo ArtaviaMay 27, 2015
View is great! Cheaper than the Empire State
NahidJuly 9, 2014
Great views of Central Park and all of NYC.
Claire RyanOctober 13, 2017
Go after dark for gorgeousness
Jason RichardsonFebruary 25, 2013
Go when the sun is starting to set. You'll get awesome pictures!
Melissa MJuly 14, 2012
This is absolutely worth it. My boyfriend and I decided to skip a concert we were going to go to and went to do this instead. We do not regret it at all. Personally I think it's better at night.
BerndAugust 13, 2014
Buy the "Sun & Stars"-ticket. It's worth it!
NesJune 18, 2015
Top of the Rock rocks!!
Gabriel ChungAugust 1, 2014
Citywide view of Empire State Building and Central Park.
omaylen contrerasDecember 4, 2018
Beautiful views!
Vlad Snoopy GumeniukApril 6, 2015
It's beautiful here at night.But I think it will be prettier with the day light.
Viktoria EvaAugust 2, 2017
wonderful view
Rodrigo ArtaviaNovember 16, 2015
Great and cheaper than Empire State
Robin LeungMay 21, 2015
Check the ticket times beforehand to make sure you there is no long waits going up.
EleniMarch 19, 2016
The best part of my trip in NY
TApril 27, 2013
Stellar views. Also gets a gong for the most confusing building to exit.
benjamin bannisterJuly 10, 2012
Beautiful at sunrise or sunset.
Rudolf SedlacekFebruary 27, 2013
Better view during the day as from Empire State building
LilySeptember 27, 2015
Tourist attraction so always crowded, but nice city views
Den TalaláNovember 30, 2014
Pretty cold here in November, take your warm clothes.
Amanda SaqueJune 23, 2017
Vista noturna / Night view
Fawaz ⚖️ QtrMay 5, 2017
The best 👌🏼
ジュリアングランポアソンOctober 9, 2013
A perfect place to take pictures of the Empire State Building.
Johannes SteudleFebruary 11, 2017
Awesome view!
Rockefeller CenterJanuary 14, 2011
Best Views in the city. Come visit, take a pic, and share it with us on our website or Facebook Read more
IrinkaFebruary 19, 2015
The view is awesome!!
Jenn AllenSeptember 8, 2015
Amazing scenic views of city
Alicia TOctober 27, 2011
Awesome view at night...very pretty with all the lights! Pamphlet is worth the $2
Gianluca DMAugust 13, 2013
Hands down, one of the best views of Manhattan.
Taro SeoMarch 19, 2012
If you are planning on visiting other museums, I recommend buying the New York City Pass.
Antoine MeilletMarch 17, 2013
This is a must see, by day and night.
K MApril 11, 2019
Don’t try to take a photo with your flash on.
Alischa WunschNovember 20, 2009
Done the Empire State Building? Cues too long? Head to Top of the Rock and get amazing views of Manhattan and the Empire State Building. Amazing at night.
IanApril 12, 2012
Been to NY many times. View only bettered by ones you could get from the Twin Towers
Suhaib ∞May 22, 2016
Amazing view
ErikaMay 23, 2015
The best view!
Chяistiaɳ HuthSeptember 22, 2014
Outstanding view which remains in memory forever...
Tatiana CapoaniOctober 17, 2014
Wonderful! Beatiful view!

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