One World Observatory tickets
Attractions & guided tours

One World Observatory tickets

4.7/5
Excellent
Based on 315 reviews
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$44.91
Free cancellation
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: Flexible
Why you’ll love this…
  • Skip the box office line and go straight to the observatory
  • Take in spectacular views of the Big Apple from the 102nd floor
  • Learn about the history of the NYC skyline and development of the Freedom Tower
What to expect

The One World Observatory at Freedom Tower offers expansive 360-degree views in all directions of New York City. Special Sky Pod elevators take you up in just 47 seconds; but, the experience is more than pretty views - it's an interactive visual experience. With a standard ticket, you can skip the hassle of the box office line and proceed right to the top! Your visit includes:

  • Dynamically-generated world map that highlights hometowns of visitors
  • "Voices" and "Foundations", two programs that describe the building's history and the people who constructed it
  • Virtual time-lapse video of the development of New York City’s skyline from the 1500s to present-day
  • Sky Portal, a 14-foot wide circular disc in the floor with a real-time high-definition video of the streets below
  • City Pulse, a ring of monitors with gesture recognition technology for close-up views and personalized recommendations
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What's included
  • check Standard ticket to One World Observatory
Where

One World Observatory, 117 West Street, New York, NY 10006

What to remember
  • If traveling with a child 5 and under, please visit the guest services desk to collect a free ticket for your child. Everyone is required to have a ticket to visit the observation deck
  • The standard ticket allows you to skip the hassle of the box office line. Depending on how crowded it is, there might be some waiting to get up to the top
  • In case of bad visibility the location will be closed, the ticket is not refundable, but you can exchange it for a new one to use on a day with better weather conditions
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Provider
One World Observatory
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.7/5

Based on 315 reviews from verified customers

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  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    My only negative feelings are that there should be a few more seats. Especially at the cafe. I expect a lot of people buy the food and a coffee thin ...

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    They need to update the viewing information of the buildings in the iiPad that they lease for $20

  • Joe Wierer

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - April 2025

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Hanna

    From United States of America - November 2024

    Traveled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Alligator

    From United States of America - September 2024

    Traveled with family

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

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