Empire State Building
Midtown
Empire State Building Observatory
Observation decks on the 86th floor (open air) and the 102nd floor (enclosed).
Sun openMon openTue openWed openThu openFri openSat open
HoursHours vary by date (9am to 10–11pm in October)
Price86th floor from $46; 86th + 102nd from $81. Prices vary by time slot.
BookingEvery visit needs a timed reservation at esbnyc.com. Tickets are non-refundable.
Time to allow1–2 hours
Getting there by subwayB, D, F, M, N, Q, R or W to 34 St–Herald Sq.20 West 34th Street
Before you goNo lockers on site; leave large bags behind.
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