Top of the Rock Observation Deck Ticket
About this activity
Highlights
- Breathtaking 360-degree city views
- Unobstructed vistas of Central Park
- Iconic Empire State Building sightlines
- Stunning sunset and nighttime panoramas
- Multiple viewing levels for diverse perspectives
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Access to Top of the Rock Observation Deck
- Stunning panoramic views of New York City
- Flexible entry time options
- Guided tours or audio guides
Meeting point
Start Location
Top of The Rock, 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112, USA
Important information
Know before you book
- Tickets are valid for the selected date and time; rescheduling may not be possible.
- Children under 6 enter free; a valid ID may be required for age verification.
- No large bags or tripods are permitted; consider bringing a small camera or smartphone.
Know before you go
- Bring a valid photo ID for entry.
- Check the weather forecast to dress appropriately for outdoor viewing.
- Allow extra time for security checks before accessing the observation deck.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Children under 6 are free with a paying adult.
- Optional upgrade for The Beam Experience: Guests must be 52 inches (~132 cm) or taller to ride alone. If under 52 inches, guests must be a minimum of 42 inches (~107 cm) and be accompanied by an adult.
- Optional upgrade for SKYLIFT: All children under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult for the entire duration of your SKYLIFT experience. Guests who exceed 300 lbs. (136 kg) will not be able to
- Elevators on all floors. Wheelchair-accessible restrooms. Strollers permitted (must be collapsible). Service animals welcome. Wheelchairs not permitted on The Beam Experience.
- No outside food/beverages. No tripods. No weapons.
- None. Recommend layers and stable footwear for outdoor decks.
Traveler reviews
Not advisabel
Absolutely not worth the money. When on top of the skyscraper, there is not enough space to seat. Services are linited and prices unnecessarily expensive. You can do many better experiences in NY.
Better views than the Empire State, especially of Central Park
Top of the Rock is one of the best places to see New York from above, and I'd personally choose it over the Empire State Building, where the safety wires get in the way of clear photos. The views towards Downtown and Central Park are spectacular, and you get the Empire State itself as part of the skyline. How the visit works: you start with a short promotional video (quite one-sided, it praises Rockefeller and sugarcoats the tough conditions the workers endured), then a fast elevator takes you up to floor 67. This level is indoors and air-conditioned, which is very welcome in summer. From there you can climb to floor 69, with glass panels, and finally to floor 70, which is fully open-air with an unobstructed 360-degree view. There's no time limit, so you can stay as long as you want. Practical tips: Book in advance. Entry is by timed slot, in groups of around 20 people. Prices are dynamic and vary by time of day, so it's worth comparing slots. Buy on the official website rather than at the kiosk on Rockefeller Plaza, where tickets cost a bit more. On crowded days, allow 5 to 10 minutes of queueing for the elevator down. Finally, the entrance is easy to miss: it's on West 50th Street, between 5th and 6th Avenues, right across from Radio City Music Hall, marked by a red carpet. Highly recommended, especially if you want the best photos of the city.
Good view, not much else
Nice view but not much else. Hazy day so long views were limited. Pictures taken by the venue were a joke so would not pay money for those
No queue cause we went at 11:00 which we were delighted with - don't skip the film on the way up
Amazing experience, the view was incredible and the staff are very professional
Remarkable!
Robert made our experience exceptional. One of New York’s finest!