Empire State Building

What to know before visiting the Empire State Building

Must-see Attractions at the Empire State Building

86th Floor Observation Deck

The 86th floor of the Empire State Building Observatory is an open-air deck, where you can enjoy amazing views of New York City in every direction. You can see Central Park, the Hudson River, the Brooklyn Bridge, Times Square, and even the Statue of Liberty. On a clear day, you can spot sights from six different states: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Delaware.

102nd Floor Observatory

If you want to see even higher, take the glass elevator up to the 102nd floor observation deck. With glass viewing walls, get the best views from one of the highest viewing point in New York City.

King Kong

Explore exciting world of King Kong with this amazing exhibit. You'll get to see the giant ape up close as his hands break through the walls. You can feel his growl and watch planes fly around just like in the classic 1933 movie.

Construction Exhibit

At this exhibit, learn all about how the Empire State Building was built in the 1930's. See how the Empire State Building was built, complete with the sights and sounds of ironworkers and masons hard at work. Don't forget to check out the bronze statues of the workers---perfect for memorable photos to take home.

World's Most Famous Building

Find out why the Empire State Building is called the most famous building in the world. Check out a theater with 72 screens playing clips from 600 different commercials, movies, TV shows, comics, and games that all feature this iconic Manhattan building.

Visit the nearby One World Observatory

One World Observatory is at the top of One World Trade Center. You can enjoy amazing city views, walk on the Sky Portal, and explore fun exhibits about New York. It’s about 15–20 minutes by car or 25–30 minutes by subway from the Empire State Building.

Explore the nearby Morgan Library & Museum

The Morgan Library & Museum is just a 6-minute walk from the Empire State Building, making it a perfect stop while exploring Midtown Manhattan. At Morgan, you'll know more about New York's history with rare books, art, and old letters. It started as the private collection of J.P. Morgan, a famous banker, and is now open to everyone.