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Why You Should Buy Empire State Building Tickets Online

Millions of people visit the Empire State Building each year to enjoy breathtaking views and must-see exhibits at the number one attraction in the world. The Observatory Experience is a must-visit in New York City, and with this guide, your experience can be even better. Learn the benefits of online ticket purchases and tips for how to plan a memorable and efficient trip to the “World’s Most Famous Building.”

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Amanda Serrano and Katie Taylor face off on the Empire State Building's 86th Floor

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Which Celebrities Can You See at the Empire State Building This Week? July 7- 13

With nearly 200 celebrity visitors each year, it's easy to spot a famous face at the "World's Most Famous Building." See who will visit this week!

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WATCH: Kesha Puts Sabrina Carpenter in a Trunk at the Empire State Building

The singer sat down to discuss aliens, the bold new chapters of her career, and what celebrities would join her on a road trip to the Empire State Building.

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Darren Criss, Helen J Shen, Dez Duron, and Marcus Choi on the 86th Floor Observatory

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What is “Maybe Happy Ending” About? Darren Criss Breaks it Down

The cast of Broadway’s “Maybe Happy Ending” visited the Empire State Building to celebrate the show’s success with a tour of the building’s Observatory Experience.

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BTS' Jin on the 103rd Floor

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BTS' Jin Lights ESB to Celebrate Second Solo Album

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Busy Philipps and Tayshia Adams on the 86th Floor Observatory

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The Empire State Building Shines Green to Honor City Harvest's "Share Lunch Fight Hunger" Campaign

Actress Busy Philipps and TV personality Tayshia Adams visited the building to flip the famous light switch.

Stassi Schroeder jumps on the 86th Floor Observatory

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Stassi Shroeder Would Take WHO on a Roadtrip?!

The Bravo icon toured the building's immersive museum and took in the best view in New York City from the 86th and 102nd Floor Observatories

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The Empire’s New Clothes: ESB Refreshes Iconic Staff Uniforms

Observatory hosts, gift shop attendants, security guards, and other staffers will don the new look that combines a modern silhouette with nods to the Empire State Building’s legacy and classic Art Deco elegance.

Jessi and Alessio Pasini on the 103rd Floor

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Jessi and Alessio Pasini Light ESB for National Infertility Awareness Week

The Empire State Building lit up orange, in partnership with Progyny and RESOLVE: the National Infertility Association.

Friends pose for a photo on the 86th Floor Observatory

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Top 4 Things to Do in NYC This Spring 2025

From iconic landmarks with unmatched views to the city’s countless outdoor spaces, NYC has something for everyone this spring season.

WNBA Draftees at Kong

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ESB Shines in Orange to Celebrate the 2025 WNBA Draft | ESB

The Empire State Building hosted a lighting ceremony with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert and 2025 draftees.

Kesha on the 103rd Floor

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ESB Sparkles in Pink to Celebrate Kesha's New Album, "Period" | ESB

Kesha visited the building to celebrate with a lighting ceremony, where she flipped the switch and toured the Observatory Experience.

Alicia Keys on the 103rd Floor

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ESB Shines Blue, Gold, & White to Celebrate "Hell's Kitchen" on Broadway | ESB

Singer-songwriter and creative mind behind "Hell's Kitchen," Alicia Keys, visited the building to flip the switch in a lighting ceremony and take in NYC's best views from the iconic 86th and 102nd Floor Observatories.

Kylie Minogue and Heather Ridout flip the switch

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ESB Shines Gold & Green for Kylie Minogue at MSG

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