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Is the Empire State Building Observation Deck Good for Kids?

Learn what to expect, family tips, ticket options, museum highlights, and the best time to visit.

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View from the Empire State Building Observation Deck

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Which NYC Observation Deck is Best?

Discover how to choose the best observation deck NYC has to offer.

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Sunset view from the 102nd Floor Observation Deck

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Summer in NYC: Six Iconic Experiences You Can’t Miss

Discover the most iconic summer experiences New York City has to offer — from rooftop views at the Empire State Building to Central Park, Broadway, and beyond.

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Your Guide to NYC During the Summer of Soccer in 2026

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Starbucks Reserve Coffee on the Empire State Building Observation Deck

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Best Coffee Near the Empire State Building: A Guide to Midtown NYC’s Top Cafés

Whether you plan a visit to the Empire State Building Observation Deck or move through Midtown on a daily route, strong coffee sits just steps away.

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Stray Kids on the 86th Floor Observatory

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Stray Kids Light the Empire State Building in Burgundy with Musicians on Call

To honor the occasion, Stray Kids visited the Empire State Building to flip the switch in a lighting ceremony and tour the building's iconic Observatory Experience.

Stray Kids K-Pop Group Posing

Celebrity Visits

What Celebrities Can You See at the Empire State Building This Week? June 16 - 22

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!

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.

BTS' Jin on the 103rd Floor

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BTS' Jin Lights ESB to Celebrate Second Solo Album

The 86th Floor Observatory

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Empire State Building Tickets 101: Choose Your Own Adventure

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.

Sports Illustrated Swim models at the Construction exhibit

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ESB Shines Cyan for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swim Issue Debut

SI Editor in Chief MJ Day and SI Swim models Livvy Dunne, Lauren Chan, Ellie Thumann, Camille Kostek, Xandra Pohl, and Hunter McGrady visited the building to flip the switch in a lighting ceremony.

Kali Uchis poses with fans on the 86th Floor Observatory

Celebrity Visits

Kali Uchis Tells All About New Album, "Sincerely"

Dressed in all pink, Uchis toured the Observatory Experience and posed with fans on the 86th Floor Observatory.

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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