Empire State Building

The Center of New York

4th of July Hours

Please note the Empire State Building’s Observatories will close at approximately 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4 for its 4th of July event. During this time, only special event ticket holders will be admitted to the Observation Deck. The ticket office will resume selling tickets at approximately 9:30 p.m. and the Observatories will re-open to the public at 10:00 p.m. following the fireworks. The Observatories will remain open until 2 a.m. (last elevators up at 1:15 a.m.).

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Welcome to the world-famous Empire State Building. 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.

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The ESB AM/PM Combo Pass is Now Available!

For the first time ever, guests will have the opportunity to purchase tickets to enjoy the 360 degree open-air views from the World’s Most Famous Building during the day and return after 9 p.m. to enjoy the beautifully lit city at night.

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Tonight, the Empire State Building will be lit in its signature white color.

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Did You Know...?

The Empire State Building lobby is one of the few interiors in New York to be designated a historic landmark by the Landmarks Preservation Commission.

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View The Latest Lightshow!

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Experience Sunrise at ESB

Feel The Heart Of NYC

Open 365 days a year from 8AM - 2AM

View The Latest Lightshow!

It was spectacular!

The Center of New York

Discover The Heart Of New York

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