New York Top of the Rock Observation Deck Tickets
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Experience Highlights
Looking for the ultimate New York photo op? Book your tickets to the Top of The Rock Observation Deck and get ready—the views from this iconic skyscraper's massive outdoor terrace will leave you speechless.
You might not recognize it by name, but remember that famous photo of construction workers eating lunch on a steel beam? Yep, that's the one—shot at a dizzying 260 meters up. And you can recreate it yourself if you choose the "Beam Experience" add-on.
- Conquer the Manhattan skyline with tickets to Top of The Rock. Rising above Rockefeller Plaza, this skyscraper boasts one of New York's largest observation decks.
- The 360° panorama from the outdoor terrace on the 70th floor is truly one of a kind. Enjoy unobstructed views of the New York skyline, including Central Park and the Empire State Building.
- Choose your date and time when you book to guarantee spectacular views from Top of The Rock. You'll feel the city pulsing beneath your feet!
What’s included
- Top of the Rock Observation Deck tickets
- Beam Experience photo (if option selected)
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Step by Step
Let's be honest—no trip to New York is complete without braving the heights from at least one of its legendary skyscrapers. So why choose the Top of The Rock Observation Deck over all the others? Simple: its unbeatable location in the heart of the Big Apple, right in the Rockefeller Center complex, plus one of the city's largest observation decks with wide-open views stretching across the entire New York horizon.
With your Top of The Rock tickets, you'll head straight into the building and up to its two observation levels. The first is a glass-enclosed terrace on the 69th floor offering stunning 360° panoramic views. Look north and you'll see Central Park and Harlem stretching into the distance. Glance south and there's the Financial District, crowned by another iconic tower—the Empire State Building.
But if you really want to feel like you've reached the top of Manhattan, head up to the 70th floor. This massive open-air terrace—no glass barriers—will put your fear of heights to the test. From up here, you'll capture the best shots of the New York skyline. Ready to take the leap?
Speaking of unforgettable photos, there's one legendary image that was actually taken from the top of this very building during its construction. It shows workers casually eating lunch while perched on a steel beam about 260 meters in the air. Want your own version? Just select the option when you book your ticket and take home a truly unique souvenir.
But Rockefeller Center is so much more than Top of The Rock. Once you've booked your visit and chosen your date and time, take some time to explore the complex before heading up. Stroll through the gardens where the world's most iconic Christmas tree is installed every year, and check out the beloved skating rink.
As you enter the office tower that houses the Top of The Rock Observatory, you'll be greeted by a grand red carpet. That welcome, along with the dazzling Swarovski chandelier in the lobby, hints at the elegance and modern flair of this Art Deco masterpiece. Just don't burn through your camera battery snapping photos in the entrance—that's just an appetizer for the fabulous views waiting above. So, ready to head up?
Reviews
- HH.Climbing to the Top of the Rock is a must-do experience in New York.
- CC.I liked it better by day than by night, the details are better appreciated.
- OO.I recommend taking a coat, it is quite windy up there.
- NN.I was surprised at how fast the lift goes up.