New York Observation Decks: The 8 Best Views

1.Empire State Building Observation Deck Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22,072 reviews · from $48Our pick

Review of Empire State Building tickets, with 86th-floor views, 102nd-floor upgrade, museum galleries, timing tips, and honest value advice.

“It's 20 years since I last visited the Empire State Building (as a 30 year old working in New York) now I'm 52 and visited with my teenage sons and partner. It didn't disappoint. Staff were great, helpful and considerate, and the experience is much more immersive: animations showing the build in 1931, King Kong peering through the windows, spy holes looking down on New Yorkers back in the 30's – it really was great, a classic, a must see!”

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2.Edge Observation Deck Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 20,918 reviews · 1 hour · from $39

Review Edge NYC, with glass floors, open-air views, sunset tips, costs, weather limits, and practical advice for your visit.

“Very good, you get a immersive walk through experience then you see amazing views. Would definitely recommend as it’s great value for money.”

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3.Top of the Rock Observation Deck Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 14,488 reviews · from $44

Review Top of the Rock in New York, with 360-degree views, three deck levels, sunset tips, Beam upgrades, prices, and practical advice.

“Staff were excellent. View is amazing. The information given was interesting.”

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4.NYC Empire State Building Observation Deck Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,916 reviews · 45 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $47

Review the Empire State Building Observatory, with 86th and 102nd floor views, museum exhibits, ticket advice, timing tips, and honest value notes.

“It was so much fun!! We fully enjoyed the day and had a great time. Definitely a need to do item!! We learned and laughed a lot. The staff were so nice.”

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5.Top of the Rock Observation Deck New York City Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,556 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $62

Review the Top of the Rock ticket, with skyline views, timing tips, Beam upgrade details, pricing, weather advice, and practical booking information.

“Amazing view - cool extras if you want to pay. Rooftop bar. Can look out with no glass on front of you and no roof.”

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6.360 CHICAGO Observation Deck Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,173 reviews · 30 min · from $29Best value

See Chicago from 1,000 feet at 360 CHICAGO, with fast elevator access, Lake Michigan views, CloudBar, and optional TILT.

“This was so much fun to see the whole city and have a romantic drink at the beautiful bar! They have great souvenirs for sale and the Tilt experience looked fun but I didn't try it myself. Our bartender (can't remember her name) was on point with her service and added some personality and humor to the night, she even recommended our dinner spot which was excellent (Doc B's)!! I love the top of the Hancock - it's iconic Chicago and Cloud Bar 360 is worth the price! The souvenir photos (order and pay to take home) they take of you when you walk in are super cute too!! Highly…”

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7.NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,242 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Review of Edge NYC at Hudson Yards, with glass-floor views, ticket choices, weather advice, photo tips, pricing, and practical booking help.

“Beautiful view but too expensive for only 5 minutes of nothing but view. It should include more activities to do that will make the visit worth”

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8.360 Chicago Observation Deck Sip and View Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 355 reviews · 1h 30m · from $44

Sip a drink 1,000 feet above Chicago at 360 CHICAGO, with fast elevators, skyline views, CloudWalk, and optional TILT.

“Had o wonderful experience. Next time I will go at sunset!”

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