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
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
- Do I need to book tickets in advance for the Empire State Building?
- We always suggest booking tickets in advance, where you can. Its one of the most famous tourist attractions in the world so gets incredibly busy. Booking online in advance can save you a lot of time! Even if you are booking same day, just book before you arrive.
- Does my ticket for the Empire State Building get me full access to the building?
- No - your ticket will only give you access to certain areas and will all be confirmed depending on which ticket you opt for.
- How long will I have to queue at the Empire State Building?
- You can expect to queue for 20-45 minutes, depending on time of your visit and time of year.
Useful Information About The Empire State Building
Tips for Visitors
- 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.
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
