One World Observatory: New York's Best Skyline Views

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Experience breathtaking 360-degree views of the New York skyline from the highest point in the city at One World Observatory. Choose from different ticket options for a memorable visit.

Duration: 2 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

One World Observatory - One World Observatory, positioned atop One World Trade Center, offers awe-inspiring 360-degree views of the New York skyline from the highest point in the city.
Start your journey to the top in the SkyPod™ Elevators where you can see the rise of NYC in just 47 seconds, experience the sights and sounds of the city in the…

What's Included

Flexible Admission for All-Inclusive Ticket holders
Priority Lane Access with Combo and All-Inclusive Tickets
Entry to One World Observatory included
$15 Credit for Shops and Dining with All-Inclusive Ticket
$5 Credit for Shops and Dining with Combo Ticket
One World Explorer iPad Experience with Combo and All-Inclusive Tickets
Skip the Ticket Line with Standard Experience

What's Not Included

Skip the security line (Priority Lane for Combo, All-Inclusive)

Additional Information

One World Observatory, positioned atop One World Trade Center, offers 360-degree views of the New York skyline from the highest point in the city.
The STANDARD EXPERIENCE includes access to all Observatory levels for skyline views and all multimedia experiences.
The COMBINATION EXPERIENCE includes PRIORITY access to all Observatory levels for skyline…

Location

One World Trade Center

Fulton Street

One World Trade Center, entrance on West Street. 285 Fulton St New York, NY 10007

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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368michelep

Jan 2, 2025

Visit definitely not to be missed!!! - The construction of this dizzying skyscraper, 540 meters high, represented the rebirth of the area following the September 11, 2001 attack. In just 47 seconds, a lightning-fast elevator takes you to the 102nd floor of One World Observatory, where you start your tour of the rooftop terrace for a breathtaking 360-degree view of NYC. You can easily identify the main sites that made the metropolis famous in the world, from the Statue of Liberty to the Empire State Building, as well as some historic buildings of early New York, which look very small in comparison!.

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868emmat

Dec 28, 2024

Fantastic views (and not so scary for someone who doesn't like heights!!) - There are a number of options when wanting to view the NY skyline. I went to one of the twin towers observatory deck about 30 years ago and so it felt fitting to go to the One World Observatory having returned to New York after all these years. It was poignant to reflect on what has happened since my first visit. We arrived for the 9am booking (the earliest option) which meant there were no crowds and so we pretty much shared the space with about 40 other people. I can see the fuss about going at dusk but the sky was blue and the peace trumped the evening lights for us (if you get the subway at night from Brooklyn that passed over a bridge, the views of the city in the dark are incredible so that ticked that box for us). The trip in the lift was a worry for me as I don't like heights or confined spaces but the video show was brilliant to distract you. One tip would be to record the presentation as you get out of the lift and before you step into the observatory. We didn't and I wish we had! I guess the disadvantage of this observatory over the more mid town ones is that you can't see uptown (e.g. Central Park and beyond). There is a cafe which is reasonably priced - and a restaurant which I suspect gets booked up well in advance. We then followed the visit with a sombre reflection at Ground Zero.

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Paradise66385361890

Sep 10, 2024

Great. - Beautiful view, little wait, very friendly staff! One of the attractions not to be missed if you are staying in New York

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Bernd_g

Sep 5, 2024

New York at night - We did the night tour, it was great, no lines and no large crowds very enjoyable. A great 360 deg view.

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Luis_v

Jul 29, 2024

Great Time - Great Experience, quick access, very easy process and loved the whole process from beginning to end.

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Scott_s

Jul 25, 2024

viator is the only company i'll use for nyc experiences - I had an unfortunate incident that resulted in us not being able to go to our event. Viator was great about it! There are many companies in NYC that rip customers off and have no customer service. But Viator is not one of them. They are great! And I will always use them before others.

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Louise_g

May 2, 2024

Great exoerience - Best time to go..late afternoon..wasn't at all crowded .. speedy and efficient route to the lifts... fabulous views

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Davidshields1

Jul 4, 2024

Not value for money - Underwhelming and not good value for money. The 360º view of the city was good, we had a cloudless day and could see for miles. My main issue is the price and what we got for it. Tickets can go upto aroud $50 each, but very little information abkutnwhat you can see is available. Other observation types of attraction across the world provide signs showing what you are looking at and information about it. If you want this you have to pay $15 to hire an iPad, good technology (point in the direction and it will provide information) but expensive if you have a family on top of the entry fee. I suggest reduce the admission, or include the iPad in the cost. It's not as if you are going to struggle to survive.

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