Empire State Building Observatory

Iconic Art Deco skyscraper with world-famous observation decks. Visit the 86th floor open-air observatory and optional 102nd floor indoor deck for 360-degree views spanning up to 80 miles. See all of Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, New Jersey, and beyond. The building's exterior lights change colors for holidays and special occasions. Featured in King Kong, Sleepless in Seattle, and countless other films. Completed in 1931 during the Great Depression. Open daily 11 AM to midnight. Skip-the-line tickets recommended. Sunset visits offer magical golden hour views. A quintessential NYC landmark and must-do tourist experience.

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