USA · NEW YORK OBSERVATION DECKS
15 tours
Five decks, five completely different views, and the ticket price barely separates them. Below is each one compared: what you actually see from Summit, Edge, Top of the Rock and both Empire State levels, how the timed entry works, and which is worth the sunset slot.
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt tickets take you from Grand Central to 92 floors up for mirror art, Levitation skyboxes, and day or night views.
“It was amazing! Mitchell R was the BEST guide. He was so personable and attentive. I was visiting by myself and he continuously offered to take pictures for me so I wouldn’t leave without memories. This was the best part of my first trip to New York.”
Get 360 views from the 86th floor, upgrade to the 102nd, tour the museum, and use express skip-the-line entry.
“Insane!! One of the best things we did! Would recommend to all”
Empire State Building tickets for 86th-floor 360-degree open-air views, optional 102nd-floor combo, and Express line skip.
“There are very clever solutions in the exhibition space while we make our way to the lookout tower. The photo opportunity is very funny and will remain a lasting memory. It was a bit crowded on the terrace, but we had a wonderful view. We were greeted by the observatory officers in special attire, and they were helpful with everything.”
Skip the line for 360-degree NYC skyline views from Top of the Rock, plus optional Beam and VIP upgrades.
“Really good views and saw an amazing sunset! Very busy though”
See NYC from the Empire State Building’s 86th floor and choose an upgrade to the 102nd. Interactive exhibits, fast entry options.
“We turned up early and they were extremely good about letting us in early without any fuss. We were also inspired to watch King Kong afterwards”
Timed ticket for SUMMIT One Vanderbilt with 3 floors of interactive art and LEVITATION skyboxes, plus big New York skyline views.
“Amazing for kids too. We loved the views, the photos, the size. My boy had a blast in the balloon area.”
Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center, 3 decks with day or night skyline views, plus optional Beam for the iconic photo.
“Book either an early entry time or a late evening time to beat the crowds. Book plenty of time in advance. Great views of Central Park, the Empire State Building, the Hudson River and the East River.”
New York Pass bundles 100+ attractions with instant digital access to Edge NYC, ferries, top views, museums, and cruises for 1 to 10 days.
“absolutely amazing well worth getting the new york tickets pass”
New York Pass with Go City app access to 100+ top NYC sights, including Empire State Building, plus skyline views and museums for days.
“Great experience with fantastic value for money. We managed to visit more than expected. I would recommend using Viator if you are visiting New York.”
Branson's Top of the Rock in the Ozarks: electric cart trail with Lost Canyon Cave, Bat Bar drinks, Eagle's Nest views, plus museum.
“The scenery and care to detail was excellent. The cave was the standout of all the magnificent displays. Improvements has to come from those who get out of their carts to take pix & cause backup. Those getting drinks in cave not heeding signs to let those by not purchasing.”
Empire State Building Express tickets skip lines with red carpet entry, museum galleries, 86th views, optional 102nd upgrade, WiFi.
“Interesting displays on the history and the process of construction and walk-throughs to get to the elevators. Well organised throughout, with plenty of time to take photos and explore the upper levels.”
