Visiting Hours for Guests

Below are the latest operating hours for the Empire State Building. Please note, you must have a reservation for a specific time upon check out. For more information visit our FAQ page.

Operating hours

May 16 - Jul 17

9:00am - 12:00am

Entry door closes at 11:15pm

Jul 18 - Aug 24

9:00am - 1:00am

Entry door closes at 12:15am

Aug 25 - Sep 1

9:00am - 12:00am

Entry door closes at 11:15pm

Sep 2 - Sep 30

10:00am - 11:00pm

Entry door closes at 10:15pm

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