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From holiday windows to ice skating and the iconic Empire State Building Observatory, here’s how to plan a magical December in NYC.
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The Empire State Building is filled with festive magic guests don’t want to miss, from an exclusive ticket bundle with the Radio City Rockettes, fan-favorite movie classics, visits from Santa Claus, and many more.
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Below, discover how to buy tickets to the Empire State Building Observatory with ease, from the convenient online portal to in-person purchases, and frequently asked questions to help you with your visit.
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The Empire State Building Observatory was named the #1 Attraction in New York City in Tripadvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things to Do.
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Whether you're a local who wants to explore your own city or a tourist who will visit the Big Apple for the first time, ESB offers unparalleled views from the heart of New York City, a range of ticket options, and a seamless ticketing process to create an unforgettable experience.
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The Empire State Building shined its world-famous tower lights in orange to celebrate the 2024 WNBA draft on April 15. Earlier in the day, the "World's Most Famous Building" hosted a lighting ceremony with 15 of the league's top prospects, which included Iowa guard Caitlin Clark and South Carolina center Kamilla Cardoso, who flipped the famous switch.
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Are you ready to book your tickets to the Empire State Building but don't know where to start? From where to find your Empire State Building tickets to sign-up for our newly launched Ambassador Program, this step-by-step guide will help you secure your plans to experience the breathtaking views from the heart of New York City!
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On April 10, the Empire State Building's world-famous tower lights lit up orange, yellow, and blue in partnership with the Cesar Millan Foundation to honor the foundations important work, Cesar's 20 years on television, and the new season of "Better Dog Better Human" which premiers on April 12 on National Geographic.
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Broadcast legend Chuck Scarborough kicked off his 50-year anniversary with NBC in the most authentic New York City way – with a trip to the top of the “World’s Most Famous Building.”
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The Empire State Building shined in a vibrant pink and purple to celebrate the five-year anniversary of TODAY with Hoda & Jenna on April 8. Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager toured the Observatory Experience’s immersive museum and flipped the switch at a lighting ceremony before they took in the views from the 86th Floor and 102nd Floor Observatories.
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On April 6, the Empire State Building’s world-famous tower lights shined teal and green to honor Sexual Assault Awareness Month and season 25 of “Law & Order: SVU.” Mariska Hargitay, founder of the Joyful Heart Foundation and star of “Law & Order: SVU,” visited the building the day before to flip the famous switch and tour the Observatory Experience
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On April 8, New Yorkers can look skyward to witness the 2024 solar eclipse -- the last that will be visible in the contiguous United States until 2044. see your full guide to capture a rare glimpse of the obscured sun this month.
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Hear from the Chosen One himself. Hayden Christensen kicked off the festivities with this exclusive interview, where he discussed his role in STAR WARS and the franchise's legacy.
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The Empire State Building hosted a lighting ceremony with News 4 New York Anchor Chuck Scarborough, who flipped the famous light switch. Chuck was joined by WNBC News Anchor Natalie Pasquarella and WNBC Weather Anchor Dave Price to celebrate the milestone anniversary.
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