New York CityPASS®: Save 40% on Admission to 5 Top Attractions
Enjoy prepaid admission to five of NYC's top attractions and save 40%
- Admission to the Empire State Building Observatory
- Admission to the American Museum of Natural History
- Your choice of admission to 3 of the following attractions: Top of the Rock® Observation Deck, Ferry Access to Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises, Intrepid Museum, Guggenheim Museum
Empire State Building Tickets and Information
- Empire State Building Address: 20 West 34th Street, 10001, New York
- Opening Hours: Daily: 10:00 - 00:00 (Ticket Dependent)
Is the Empire State Building Worth Visiting
- Definitely! If you like incredible views, the Empire State Building is a must.
- One of the original skyscrapers!
What do you see when you visit the Empire State Building
- Access to the observation deck
- Access to the immersive exhibits
- Incredible views of the city
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About The Empire State Building
The Empire State Building, one of the most famous buildings in the world and one of the original New York City skyscrapers!
Located in Midtown Manhattan, the Empire State Building is one of the most famous landmarks in the world. From postcards, to movies, to posters, to tv shows. We’ve all seen it somewhere! An instantly recognizable symbol of New York City.
Built during the Great Depression, The Empire State Building’s construction began on March 17, 1930, and, incredibly, it was completed in just 410 days and was officially opened on May 1, 1931!
At the time of its completion, the Empire State Building was the tallest building in the world, standing at 1,454 feet (443.2 metres) including its antenna. It retained this title for nearly 40 years until the completion of the North Tower of the original World Trade Center in 1970.
The Empire State Building boasts two observation decks:
- One on the 86th floor
- Another on the 102nd floor.
The observation decks offer incredible panoramic views of New York City and attract millions of visitors each year!
The building's lights are often used to celebrate holidays and special events as they can change the colours of the lights to celebrate the different occasions, such as red, white, and blue for Independence Day or green for St. Patrick's Day!
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Empire State Building FAQs
- When was the Empire State Building built?
- Construction on the Empire State Building began on March 17, 1930, and was completed on April 11, 1931.
- How tall is the Empire State Building?
- The Empire State Building stands at 1,250 feet (381 meters) tall (to its roof), and 1,454 feet (443.2 meters) tall including its antenna!
- Why is it called the Empire State Building?
- The Empire State Building is named after New York's nickname, "The Empire State."
- How long did it take to build the Empire State Building?
- Amazingly, it took just 13 months to construct!
- What records did the Empire State Building hold?
- It was the tallest building in the world from 1931 until 1971, when the World Trade Center was completed.
- Can you go to the top of the Empire State Building?
- Yes, you can access the observatories on the 86th and 102nd floors for panoramic views of New York City.
Empire State Building Fun Facts
- Lightning Strikes Often: The Empire State Building is struck by lightning about 25 times a year!
- Built During the Great Depression: It was built during the great depression and so its construction provided thousands of jobs during a time of economic hardship.
- Nicknamed the "Empty State Building": Upon completion, much of the building was vacant due to the Great Depression!
- Home to a Secret 103rd Floor: The 103rd floor is a small room used for VIP visits and broadcasting!
- Colour-Changing Lights: The lighting system can display over 16 million colours!
- Famous Stunt Climbers: In 1994, a climber scaled the building using only suction cups.
- Hosting Annual Events: The Empire State Building Run-Up is an annual race to the top, covering 1,576 steps!
- Largest Open-Air Observatory: The 86th-floor observatory is one of the largest of its kind in the world!
- First Building to Top 100 Floors: It was the first skyscraper with over 100 floors, setting a global standard.
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Tips for Visiting
- Book tickets in advance: Given its popularity as a tourist attraction, the queues to get tickets for the Empire State Building can be hours long. If you book tickets online this can save you significant time.
- Book the correct ticket: Remember there are multiple ticket options available for the Empire State Building. One of the most popular is the General Admittance to the Main Deck.
- Combination Tickets: Or opt for one of our great combination tickets giving you access to the Empire State Building and more! Click HERE for combination ticket options.
How to get there
- Empire State Building, 20 West 34th Street, 10001, New York
Opening Hours
- Monday: 10:00 - 00:00
- Tuesday: 10:00 - 00:00
- Wednesday: 10:00 - 00:00
- Thursday: 10:00 - 00:00
- Friday: 10:00 - 00:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 00:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 00:00
