Everything about New York City is larger-than-life. From the sprawling communities and tightly-packed streets to the towering buildings and endless string of bright lights, the city itself is an attraction that is sure to impress travelers with its sheer size. And to make the most of your New York experience it is a must to climb to the top of the city’s looming skyscrapers and look down from the observation deck. To help get your plans in motion we’ve highlighted a few of the observation deck options available to ensure that you don’t miss out on the biggest attraction in the city: a panoramic view of New York City itself.
Empire State Building Observatory
Towering 1,050 feet above Manhattan stands the 86th floor of the Empire State Building. This popular attraction features both an indoor and outdoor observation area for both the adventurous and those afraid of heights, and has been featured in a number of popular films including “Sleepless in Seattle.”
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Top of the Rock, Rockefeller Center’s observation deck, offers visitors an amazing view of midtown Manhattan. Located on the 70th floor of Rockefeller Center, you’ll be high above the average building in New York with incredible views of Times Square, Hudson River, the Statue of Liberty and more.
NY SKYRIDE & Empire State Building Observatory
This unique combination offers not only admission to the Empire State Building Observatory, but also admission to the popular NY SKYRIDE. Located on the second floor of the Empire State Building, the NY SKYRIDE is a movie-simulation experience that brings the best sights and sounds of New York City to you in one immersive package narrated by Kevin Bacon. And of course, with this combination you’ll also secure admission to the Empire State Building Observatory for a chance to compare the NY SKYRIDE to the real thing!
