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Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express

By Empire State Building Observatory
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Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$156 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 15m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Unobstructed 360-degree NYC views from the best observatory
  • Iconic masterpiece, ranked NYC’s #1 top attraction
  • World’s most photographed & Instagrammable landmark
  • Perfect location in the heart of Midtown Manhattan
  • Two attractions in one: Observatory & Museum Access
Activity location
  • Empire State Building - For all guests booking for Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 27th, 2025), please note special entry instructions in your confirmation email.
    • 20 West 34th Street
    • 10118, New York, New York, United States of America
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Empire State Building - For all guests booking for Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 27th, 2025), please note special entry instructions in your confirmation email.
    • 20 West 34th Street
    • 10118, New York, New York, United States of America

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Express - Main Deck 86th Floor Observatory
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m

The Express Pass lets you make your way down the red carpet and skip all the lines on your way to the Main Deck. Experience the convenience of an expedited journey to the top of the building. Prices include the 86th Floor Observatory, 2nd floor exhibits, an interactive audio guide, priority entrance and advance queueing.

Price details
NZ$155.87 x 1 AdultNZ$155.87
Total
Price is NZ$155.87
Express - Main Deck 86th Floor Observatory
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m

The Express Pass lets you make your way down the red carpet and skip all the lines on your way to the Main Deck. Experience the convenience of an expedited journey to the top of the building. Prices include the 86th Floor Observatory, 2nd floor exhibits, an interactive audio guide, priority entrance and advance queueing.

Price details
NZ$159.54 x 1 AdultNZ$159.54
Total
Price is NZ$159.54
Express - Main Deck 86th Floor Observatory
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m

The Express Pass lets you make your way down the red carpet and skip all the lines on your way to the Main Deck. Experience the convenience of an expedited journey to the top of the building. Prices include the 86th Floor Observatory, 2nd floor exhibits, an interactive audio guide, priority entrance and advance queueing.

Price details
NZ$163.21 x 1 AdultNZ$163.21
Total
Price is NZ$163.21
Express - Main Deck 86th Floor Observatory
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m

The Express Pass lets you make your way down the red carpet and skip all the lines on your way to the Main Deck. Experience the convenience of an expedited journey to the top of the building. Prices include the 86th Floor Observatory, 2nd floor exhibits, an interactive audio guide, priority entrance and advance queueing.

Price details
NZ$170.54 x 1 AdultNZ$170.54
Total
Price is NZ$170.54
Express - Main Deck 86th Floor Observatory
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m

The Express Pass lets you make your way down the red carpet and skip all the lines on your way to the Main Deck. Experience the convenience of an expedited journey to the top of the building. Prices include the 86th Floor Observatory, 2nd floor exhibits, an interactive audio guide, priority entrance and advance queueing.

Price details
NZ$177.88 x 1 AdultNZ$177.88
Total
Price is NZ$177.88
Express - Main Deck 86th Floor Observatory
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m

The Express Pass lets you make your way down the red carpet and skip all the lines on your way to the Main Deck. Experience the convenience of an expedited journey to the top of the building. Prices include the 86th Floor Observatory, 2nd floor exhibits, an interactive audio guide, priority entrance and advance queueing.

Price details
NZ$181.55 x 1 AdultNZ$181.55
Total
Price is NZ$181.55
Express - Main Deck 86th Floor Observatory
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m

The Express Pass lets you make your way down the red carpet and skip all the lines on your way to the Main Deck. Experience the convenience of an expedited journey to the top of the building. Prices include the 86th Floor Observatory, 2nd floor exhibits, an interactive audio guide, priority entrance and advance queueing.

Price details
NZ$188.88 x 1 AdultNZ$188.88
Total
Price is NZ$188.88
Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m
  • English

Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$220.05 x 1 AdultNZ$220.05
Total
Price is NZ$220.05
Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m
  • English

Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$225.54 x 1 AdultNZ$225.54
Total
Price is NZ$225.54
Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m
  • English

Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck

Language options: English
Starting time: 6:30 PM
Price details
NZ$227.40 x 1 AdultNZ$227.40
Total
Price is NZ$227.40
Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m
  • English

Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$229.22 x 1 AdultNZ$229.22
Total
Price is NZ$229.22
Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m
  • English

Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$232.89 x 1 AdultNZ$232.89
Total
Price is NZ$232.89
Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m
  • English

Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$234.72 x 1 AdultNZ$234.72
Total
Price is NZ$234.72
Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m
  • English

Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$240.21 x 1 AdultNZ$240.21
Total
Price is NZ$240.21
Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m
  • English

Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$247.56 x 1 AdultNZ$247.56
Total
Price is NZ$247.56
Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m
  • English

Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$251.23 x 1 AdultNZ$251.23
Total
Price is NZ$251.23
Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck
  • Activity duration is 15 minutes15m
    15m
  • English

Express Top Deck 102nd & 86th Floor Observation Deck

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$258.56 x 1 AdultNZ$258.56
Total
Price is NZ$258.56

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Option TOP DECK 102ND & 86TH FLOOR OBSERVATION DECK grants access to the 102nd floor.

What you can expect

Begin your visit at the Empire State Building, now beautifully decorated for the holidays with twinkling lights, festive decor, and a grand Christmas tree in the Art Deco Fifth Avenue Lobby. This season also features a special partnership with the Rockettes from Radio City Music Hall, bringing exclusive holiday displays and photo moments inspired by the Radio City Christmas Spectacular.

Start with the highlight of New York City, the legendary 86th Floor Observatory, the highest open-air deck in NYC. At 1,050 feet (320 metres), it offers unobstructed 360-degree views of Manhattan and beyond. Marvel at the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, Times Square, Brooklyn Bridge, and One World Trade Centre. On clear days, see up to six states - New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Delaware. With high-powered binoculars and climate-controlled indoor galleries, the observatory provides perfect photo opportunities year-round - especially against the city’s holiday lights.

For the ultimate skyline perspective, upgrade to the 102nd Floor Observatory, recently renovated with floor-to-ceiling glass windows. Soaring 1,250 feet above Manhattan, it offers panoramic views stretching up to 80 miles - a breathtaking, once-in-a-lifetime moment.

Every ticket includes access to the Fifth Avenue Lobby, adorned with glittering holiday decor that captures the season’s spirit. Short on time - Choose an Express Ticket for red-carpet entry and the fastest way to the top.

From festive decor and Rockettes inspired displays to unmatched 360-degree views, immersive museum exhibits, and timeless Art Deco design, the Empire State Building is the ultimate New York City holiday experience - where tradition, magic, and skyline views come together in unforgettable fashion.

After the views, step into history at the 2nd Floor Museum, where 12 immersive exhibits bring the Empire State Building’s storey to life. Relive the dramatic Race to the Sky, walk through scenes from the 1920s, and stand in King Kong’s hands for a one-of-a-kind photo. Discover how this landmark became a cultural icon through its starring roles in King Kong, Elf, and more.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Empire State Building - For all guests booking for Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 27th, 2025), please note special entry instructions in your confirmation email.
    • 20 West 34th Street
    • 10118, New York, New York, United States of America
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Empire State Building - For all guests booking for Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 27th, 2025), please note special entry instructions in your confirmation email.
    • 20 West 34th Street
    • 10118, New York, New York, United States of America