One World Observatory Tickets
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With One World Observatory tickets, you can visit the highest observation deck in New York. Reach the 102nd floor in 47 seconds and behold the 360-degree view of the city. The observation deck at One World Trade Center features three floors with views of Midtown Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty and the Brooklyn Bridge, among others.
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One World Observatory Tickets
There are two types of tickets for One World Observatory. If you are sure of what time you want to visit the observatory, choose the General Admission tickets, which are also the cheapest.
If you are not sure about your planning or want to take the weather into account, you can buy the Flex Tickets. This all-inclusive ticket comes with skip-the-line access, the Digital Skyline Guide (see more below), and a $15 voucher for a drink or the gift shop. You can choose if you want to visit the observation deck in the morning or afternoon and you can show up at a time that is convenient for you.
Sky Pods
The lifts at One World Observatory are called Sky Pods and can take 15 people per ride. Most noteworthy, the trip, all the way to the 102nd floor, only takes 47 seconds! During the ride, you can enjoy a fascinating time-lapse video, depicting how the skyline of New York has developed over the years.
See Forever Theatre
After arriving at the top, you go through to the See Forever Theatre to watch a 2-minute video about New York. Then the huge screen is raised up, and you are in for a real treat: the New York skyline! You stay inside the observatory for the whole time. Whereas, at the Empire State Building and Top of the Rock, you can visit an observation deck which is outside.
Digital Skyline Guide
The Digital Skyline Guide is an iPad that will guide you through the city; the screen moves with you as you move from window to window. You can touch one of the labels shown on the iPad and you’ll digitally fly there by helicopter and hear fascinating stories about each site. This feature is also included in the Skip the Line Combination ticket, which is convenient if you don’t have a lot of time and want quick and easy access to the One World Observatory.
Day Tour including One World Observatory Tickets
If you would like to see lots of sights in one day, this full-day tour gives you a comprehensive introduction to New York, touring around Midtown, the 9/11 Memorial and the Financial District. You also get to see the Statue of Liberty from the water. The tour ends up at One World Observatory, with a pre-reserved ticket. Click here for more information and tickets.
Practical Information
Either print your ticket or show it on your smartphone as a mobile ticket. Be present 15 minutes before the time mentioned on your ticket. All visitors have to go through a security check. You can only take a small bag with you and there are no lockers available.
- Location: The main entrance is on West Street (corner of West and Vesey Streets)
- Opening hours: from 09:00 to 21:00
- The last admission 60 minutes before closing time
- Children under 5 visit for free
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