← Back to Empire State Building

Reviews for Empire State Building

4.8
4.8

2246 reviews

5 star
1901
4 star
243
3 star
40
2 star
15
1 star
47
marybetht2016TRIPADVISOR
5.0
Jun 5, 2026

Go at night!

I booked the VIP for a Friday night at 9:00pm anticipating long lines but surprisingly it was not crowded or busy so that made our visit much more enjoyable. I’m a native New Yorker and have accompanied many visitors to the ESB but mostly during the day. I think the nighttime vibe is a more “New Yorker” experience.

Product: NYC Empire State Building Observation Deck Ticket

562frederickgTRIPADVISOR
5.0
Jun 5, 2026

The premier NYC observatory.

The premier observatory of the big 5 in NYC, not the highest but the best central location. I'd recommend you get a flexible entry time ticket, bypass the line, and with the extra money you are spending here, you can save a few bucks by not going to the 102nd floor. For pure photo buffs like me, the extra layer of glass on the 102nd. will degrade your photos slightly and many times the higher vantage point isn't conducive to great city shots. Stick with the open deck of the 86th floor, and if you can - time it for an hour or so before sunset so you don't get that glare of the southern sky. Upon exiting, check out the grand art deco mural in the lobby, and stylish elevator doors.

Product: Empire State Building

KateLondon_9TRIPADVISOR
5.0
Jun 5, 2026

Exceptional visit

Beautiful structure, full of history. We were surprised it was so quiet when we visited on a Saturday morning in May. So pleased we made this visit and lots to see inside as well as take in the views.

Product: NYC Empire State Building Observation Deck Ticket

256andreap256TRIPADVISOR
2.0
Jun 5, 2026

Bello ma non indimenticabiel

Ci sono altri grattacieli che meritano di più oltre che essere più alti

Product: Empire State Building

GetYourGuide travelerGetYourGuide
1.0
Jun 4, 2026

Product: NYC Empire State Building - Iconic Observation Deck & Museum

GetYourGuide travelerGetYourGuide
5.0
Jun 4, 2026

Product: NYC Empire State Building - Iconic Observation Deck & Museum

GetYourGuide travelerGetYourGuide
1.0
Jun 4, 2026

Product: NYC Empire State Building - Iconic Observation Deck & Museum

GetYourGuide travelerGetYourGuide
4.0
Jun 4, 2026

Product: NYC Empire State Building - Iconic Observation Deck & Museum

GetYourGuide travelerGetYourGuide
5.0
Jun 4, 2026

Product: NYC Empire State Building - Iconic Observation Deck & Museum

GetYourGuide travelerGetYourGuide
5.0
Jun 4, 2026

Product: NYC Empire State Building - Iconic Observation Deck & Museum

GetYourGuide travelerGetYourGuide
5.0
Jun 4, 2026

Product: NYC Empire State Building - Iconic Observation Deck & Museum

DeboraGetYourGuide
4.0
Jun 4, 2026

la città di notte è magica

Product: NYC Empire State Building - Iconic Observation Deck & Museum

DeboraGetYourGuide
4.0
Jun 4, 2026

la città di notte è magica

Product: NYC: Empire State Building Express Tickets – Skip the Line

JoannaGetYourGuide
5.0
Jun 4, 2026

Product: NYC Empire State Building - Iconic Observation Deck & Museum

StephanieGetYourGuide
5.0
Jun 4, 2026

Breathtaking views!

Product: NYC Empire State Building - Iconic Observation Deck & Museum

GetYourGuide travelerGetYourGuide
5.0
Jun 4, 2026

Product: NYC Empire State Building - Iconic Observation Deck & Museum

DavidGetYourGuide
4.0
Jun 4, 2026

Great experience, but some of the staff are just rude. Most are excellent just a few miserable ones

Product: NYC Empire State Building - Iconic Observation Deck & Museum

GetYourGuide travelerGetYourGuide
5.0
Jun 4, 2026

Easy to enter. Show up ur bar code ur good to go.

Product: NYC Empire State Building - Iconic Observation Deck & Museum

SimonGetYourGuide
5.0
Jun 4, 2026

Product: NYC Empire State Building - Iconic Observation Deck & Museum

Maps58425039852TRIPADVISOR
4.0
Jun 4, 2026

Very Impressive visit to Lady Liberty

Very impressive, very informative details regarding construction of Lady Liberty. We enjoyed the trip

Product: NYC Empire State Building Observation Deck Ticket