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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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From iconic attractions to seasonal festivities, there are countless events to make October a memorable month in the Big Apple.
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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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From ticket offers to the optimal time to visit, we compiled a complete guide of useful tips and insights for your trip to the “World’s Most Famous Building.”
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Andrea Pirlo, Maxi Moralez, and Matt Freese visited the building to flip the switch in a lighting ceremony.
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Whether you need to fuel up before your visit or debrief over dinner, there is no shortage of food and drink options in ESB's Midtown neighborhood.
Celebrity Visits
The cast toured the building's immersive exhibits and took in New York City's best views from the 86th and 102nd Floor Observatories before they sat down to chat about secret sketches, celebrity guests, and who on the show is the biggest party animal.
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"Daredevil: Born Again" stars Charlie Cox and Vincent D'Onofrio visited the building to flip the switch in a lighting ceremony.
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Celebrity Visits
Internet superstar and podcast host Trisha Paytas visited the Empire State Building to flip the switch in a lighting ceremony to honor her Broadway debut on Feb. 3.
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That morning, the Empire State Building hosted a lighting ceremony with award-winning multihyphenate entertainer and founder of KeyTV, Keke Palmer, who flipped the famous light switch.
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That day, the Empire State Building hosted a lighting ceremony with fashion model Winnie Harlow, who flipped the famous light switch.
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Actor and comedian Bowen Yang visited the building to flip the switch in a lighting ceremony and tour the iconic 86th and 102nd Floor Observatories.
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