Empire State Building

Empire State Building    

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The Empire State Building is the most iconic skyscrapers in the world. Located in New York City's Midtown Manhattan, it stands at 1,454 feet tall and offers stunning views of New York City from both …
The Empire State Building is the most iconic skyscrapers in the world. Located in New York City's Midtown Manhattan, it stands at 1,454 feet tall and offers stunning views of New York City from both its observation decks. It has 102 stories and was built in 1931. With its unique architecture, lightning rod, observation decks, world-class dining experiences, live entertainment, shopping and educational exhibits, the Empire State Building is a must-visit destination for both tourists and locals alike. Whether you're looking to snap a selfie or take in some breathtaking views of the city from its 86th Floor Observatory, this building won't disappoint. Come discover why it's been named the #1 tourist attraction by Tripadvisor.

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Empire State building tour tickets can be purchased online or at the Empire State Building
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Head to the 102nd floor's indoor observation deck for a full view of Central Park ($54, seniors $51, children $47
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Don't miss out famous synchronized light show and special slideshow of famous guests
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It has one of the most popular outdoor observatories
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Advice is to arrive early to buy Empire State building tickets else you have to wait for tickets and also the view
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Arrive promptly at 8am or during the dinner hour, which are relatively uncrowded times
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Check the lighting calendar to find out what the colors signify every day
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Plan to visit on a Tuesday or Wednesday, the least popular days of the week
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Want to enjoy saxophone music during your trip, visit Thursday to Saturday between 9PM and 1AM
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The best time to visit with shorter lines is between 8 and 11am
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Opening at 8am and closing at 2am to accommodate the close-to-four-million visitors who troop through yearly
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Download the ESB app on iTunes or Google Play for exclusive content and access to a free audio tour
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It is open early, and visiting right away in the morning is ideal if you want to beat the crowds
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Arriving early or late will enable you to stay away from delays
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If you want to avoid the long queues, you can buy your tickets online
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Having paid usd 27 dollars for a priceless view and invaluable feeling was absolutely worth it
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Take a closer look and take photographs of the structure
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From the 86th-floor observatory (try to get there early to avoid long queues)
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If you want to avoid lines, however, be sure to get there early
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Tickets to the 86th floor cost $36 for adults, $35 for seniors and $31 for children, or $69 for the express pass
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Mornings are less crowded, yet the views at night can be magical
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Apr 6, 2024
I know there are multiple places to get a city view, but the Empire State Building is a classic. We did the Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island the day before and that was not the best experience so we we… Full review by Emily J
Apr 4, 2024
Great experience! Friendly staff and beautiful views of NYC. As a New Yorker, this observation deck is definitely the best one. A must do! Full review by Emily L
Apr 3, 2024
An iconic landmark, definitely worth a visit! It's not flawless: I found the 2nd floor museum a little underwhelming, the queuing/security area gets stuffy and noisy when it's busy, and the entrance … Full review by daniellesP1856ML
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An iconic Art Deco skyscraper and one of the best known buildings in New York. It got its name from the city’s nickname the "Empire St…
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High-speed elevators shoot visitors up 1,050 feet to the Art Deco masterpiece’s 86th-floor observatory, where you can either peer out at …
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Facts

Architect:Shreve, Lamb and Harmon
Architectural style:Art Deco
Owner:Empire State Realty Trust
Floors:102
Engineer:Homer Gage Balcom
Construction completed:1931
Construction started:1930
Height:381 m
Contractor:Starrett Brothers and Eken
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is it worth buying the ticket that takes you to the 102 floor or would 86th floor is good enough? I am trying to figure out …
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is it worth buying the ticket that takes you to the 102 floor or would 86th floor is good enough? I am trying to figure out if it is worth the extra money to go to 102th floor....since i have 4 teenagers
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I did the 102 floor because I had already done the other years ago. The 86th floor very cool. It's a great view and you go outside. You can't go outside on the 102nd floor.
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Hi, if I have booked an entry time of 9.15am do I line up then and then queue to get in or will i need to queue up before …
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Hi, if I have booked an entry time of 9.15am do I line up then and then queue to get in or will i need to queue up before my time to be at the front for 9.15am? Thanks
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I’ve not had to queue. You just go up to the person on the door and show them your tickets. Then they point you in the right direction. Enjoy.
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Hello, I purchased the express 86th and 102nd floor and didnt realize that the time I picked was not correct. There was a …
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Hello, I purchased the express 86th and 102nd floor and didnt realize that the time I picked was not correct. There was a glitch on the website or internet connection issue and it selected 11:30. I was trying to have the 10:00-10:15 slot. How do I go about and request to change that reservation for the same day? I cannot find a good number to call.
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You can just show up and get in early , we did that and that went ok
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Hello, I just bought 4 tickets for my family holiday and not me. I just realized that there is a ticket called Gift Ticket. I …
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Hello, I just bought 4 tickets for my family holiday and not me. I just realized that there is a ticket called Gift Ticket. I accidentally had bought the express tickets under my name using Paypal. Will they be allowed to enter using these ticket? - Thank you - Henry
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Hi Jeffry, thank you for your suggestion. I already sent an email to them but still waiting for the reply. :)
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Our trip to NY 2020 was cancelled due to Covid, we have re-scheduled our trip to Dec 2023 and would like to visit ESB …
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Our trip to NY 2020 was cancelled due to Covid, we have re-scheduled our trip to Dec 2023 and would like to visit ESB 12/23/2023 @ 14.00. Can we please use our tickets Empire State Building Web Store #20200308-17999990 or can new tickets be issued please?
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Hi - my best advice is to get on the ESB's website and ask them directly. I don't know how their rescheduling works, sorry. They do have a "contact us" on their site and it's a webform you …
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Hi - my best advice is to get on the ESB's website and ask them directly. I don't know how their rescheduling works, sorry. They do have a "contact us" on their site and it's a webform you can use to ask your question. Definitely include the ticket number and info you mentioned above. Good luck!
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Can I buy tickets when I arrive at the Empire State Building?
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Reservations are required for admission. We highly recommend that you purchase your tickets in advance via our website but you are also able to purchase onsite at our 2nd floor...
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