What Travelers Are Saying
Tripadvisor announced this year that the Empire State Building has achieved the coveted number one spot on the list of Top Attractions in New York City for the Tripadvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best for the fourth consecutive year.
Determined by a full year of Tripadvisor traveler reviews, the awards honor the best in travel and recognize the places that deliver the most exceptional experiences. This prestigious honor comes just after the Empire State Building has earned the number one spot for Top Attraction in the United States for three consecutive years.
This year we are pleased to hold the title for being best-in-class across in the "city that never sleeps." We are proud to provide the most authentic New York experience for our guests from around the world.
★★★★★
“Wow, what an unforgettable experience! Stepping out onto the observation deck and taking in those breathtaking views was pure magic.”
- DavidW Salisbury, Dec 2025
★★★★★
“What an iconic building. It had to be done on our visit to New York and we weren’t disappointed.”
- Nicky N, Oct 2025
★★★★★
“This was a huge bucket-list moment and absolutely worth every minute - an essential part of any New York trip, no exceptions.”
- Shane J , Dec 2025
★★★★★
“Whether day or night, the skyline is unforgettable. A must-visit landmark in New York.”
- FORKSnFEELINGS, Oct 2025
★★★★★
“The exhibits leading up to the observation deck are so well set out and teaches you a lot about the history of the building.”
- Gerard D, Sept 2025
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For all of the Travelers' Choice Awards, Tripadvisor analyzes the authentic feedback from its community to identify and rank the best in travel. The Travelers' Choice Best of the Best Things to Do Awards are based on the reviews and ratings of experiences, tours, attractions and activities over the past 12 months from Tripadvisor travelers, celebrating a vast array of travelers' most highly recommended activities of the year.
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