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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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Celebrity Visits

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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Celebrity Visits

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

Celebrity Visits

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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Juju Chang and Byron Pitts light the Empire State Building

Lightings

ESB Shines Gold & Cyan to Celebrate 45 Years of "Nightline"

Co-anchors Juju Chang and Byron Pitts visited the building to flip the switch in a lighting ceremony and toured the immersive museum and iconic Observatories.

The Jonas Brothers on the 10

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WATCH: The Jonas Brothers Come Full-Circle with JonasCon

The Jonas Brothers visited the Empire State Building to celebrate two decades as a band.

Chloe Melas at the Construction Exhibit

Lightings

Chloe Melas Lights ESB Red for American Red Cross Month

The Jonas Brothers on the 86th Floor Observatory

Lightings

ESB Shines Blue and Red for 20 Years of the Jonas Brothers

Charlie Cox and Vincent D'Onofrio at the Lighting Ceremony

Celebrity Visits

WATCH: Vincent D’Onofrio & Charlie Cox Reveal Why “Daredevil” Returned | ESB

The duo sat down to discuss their favorite movies in the Marvel Universe, the "Daredevil" hiatus, and more.

Charlie Cox on the 103rd Floor

Celebrity Visits

WATCH: Charlie Cox Says His Wife Nearly Fainted After Call with Marvel President | ESB

Charlie Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio visited the Empire State Building to celebrate the "Daredevil: Born Again" premiere.

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Fun & Games

The Empire State Building Announces Annual Photo Contest Winners!

Shutterbugs from across the globe sent in their finest shots of the “World’s Most Famous Building” with hopes to clinch the top prize of $5,000.

Ivar Mountbatten, Dolores Catania, and Dylan Efron on the 102nd Floor Observatory

Celebrity Visits

WATCH: "The Traitors" Winners Tell All About Tom Sandoval & Full Cast

Dolores Catania, Lord Ivar Mountbatten, and Dylan Efron celebrated their season 3 win of "The Traitors" with a victory lap at the Empire State Building.

Alan Cumming on the 86th Floor Observatory

Lightings

ESB Celebtrates "The Traitors" with a Tartan Lighting!

Host Alan Cumming visited the building to flip the switch at a lighting ceremony that morning.

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