Is the Empire State Building near the Statue of Liberty?
The distance between Empire State Building and Statue of Liberty is 5 miles.
Can you just walk into the Empire State Building?
The Empire State Building observatory is open 365 days a year, 8 a.m.-2 a.m., with the last elevator going up at 1:15 a.m. Purchased tickets allow you to go up to either the 86th floor observation deck or the 102nd floor for an extra charge.
Is the Empire State Building worth visiting?
Even though a lot of visitors report that it can take a while to reach the top, the Empire State Building still enjoys one of the best ratings for any attraction in New York City.
Can you visit Empire State Building free?
Visitors can enter the building for free if they have bought New York City Pass or the New York Explorer Pass. Both the Passes let you skip the queue at the Empire State’s ticketing counter and go straight to the 86th-floor observatory for free.
Is it worth it to go to 102 floor Empire State Building?
After 10 months of renovation, the 102nd floor of the Empire State Building finally opened in October 2019. One thing is for sure, the Empire State Building’s 102nd-floor observatory view just got even better. It’s definitely one of the best observation decks in New York.
Is Empire State Building or Top of the Rock better?
Height of both observatories At 320 meters (1050 feet), the 86th-floor observation deck on the Empire State Building is slightly higher than the Top of the Rock. Its observatory on the 102th-floor is at 381 meters (1,250 feet), making it even higher than Top of the Rock.
How much does it cost to go on Top of the Rock?
$38 for adults
The Top of the Rock Observation Deck is open from 8 a.m. to midnight each day (the last elevator is at 11 p.m.). Tickets for the Top of the Rock cost $38 for adults, $36 for seniors and $32 for kids ages 6 to 12. Tours of Rockefeller Center cost $25.
How long does it take to tour the Empire State building?
Allow at least one hour for your visit, slightly more if you will be visiting both the main deck and the top deck. During peak visiting hours, especially in the warmer months, there may be extended waits to buy tickets and enter the elevators.
Can you see Central Park from Empire State Building?
Landmarks you can see from the Empire State Building: Rockefeller Plaza Center, Chrysler Building, One World Trade Center (closer views than at Top of the Rock), Central Park (farther views than from Top of the Rock), Times Square, Statue of Liberty (closer views than at Top of the Rock), the Brooklyn Bridge, and more.
Where can I see the Empire State Building in NYC?
Located in the center of Midtown Manhattan, our 86th and 102nd floor observatories provide unforgettable 360° views of New York City and beyond. Whether you’re in town for a week or a day, no visit to NYC is complete without experiencing the top of the Empire State Building.
What can you do with an Empire State Building tour?
Join an Empire State Building ambassador for this historic tour of the world’s most famous skyscraper, plus you’ll bring home a limited edition 90th anniversary tote bag! Get a glimpse of New York as the first light of day creeps over the city.
Do you need a ticket to see the statue of Liberty?
While you don’t need a ticket to enter the Statue of Liberty Museum or Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, tickets are required to board ferries to Liberty and Ellis Islands. All ferry ticketing is run through Statue Cruises, which is the only vendor authorized to provide tickets and transportation to Liberty and Ellis Islands.
How do I get to the statue of liberty and Ellis?
Statue Cruises is the ONLY vendor that can provide access to both Liberty and Ellis Islands through an exclusive contract with the National Park Service. We strongly recommend that you purchase ferry tickets online or from the official Statue Cruises ticket box offices.