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Empire State Building: Express Entry

Skip the lines and enjoy VIP entry to the #1 top attraction in New York City

★ 4.7 · 184 ratingsFlexible visit

From€80.83Price updates with your selection.

A person stands in front of a large window overlooking a cityscape with tall buildings, bridges, and a blue sky.

A man and a boy taking a selfie on a high observation deck with a cityscape and river visible in the background.

Two people pose for a photo in front of a large screen showing the Empire State Building, while another person takes their photo.

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DurationFlexible visit

LocationNew York

AccessibilityWheelchair accessible

The experience

Skip the lines and enjoy VIP entry to the #1 top attraction in New York City

Visit the Empire State Building with Express Entry. You’ll skip the lines to see the museum and observation deck, starting with exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors about the building’s construction, its roles in films like _King Kong_ and _Sleepless in Seattle_, and its cultural history.

Then head to the 86th Floor Observation Deck, the highest 360º open-air deck in NYC, for views of Manhattan, Central Park, the Statue of Liberty, and more. You can upgrade onsite to the 102nd Floor Observation Deck, which has floor-to-ceiling windows and views that can reach up to six states.

The Express Ticket is useful for visitors who want to save time, including families and international travelers.

What’s included

Express admission to the Empire State Building
Access to the 86th-floor observation deck
Access to the 2nd floor immersive exhibits
Downloadable audio guide app
Free high-speed WiFi on-site

Not included

Access to the 102nd-floor Observation Deck (available on-site for an additional fee)

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