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Admire the view of NYC from the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere

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One World Observatory offers views over all of New York – you'll get a full 360° perspective on the city and its surrounding area. On a clear day, your One World Observatory tickets will let you see as far as 45 miles (72.5 km) in every direction!

From spotting landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island to lesser-known gems like upstate New York and the hills in the distance, you'll be in a perfect position to see New York from the best possible perspective.

If you're a foodie at heart, you're in luck. Trying out one of the tasty options at One World Observatory is guaranteed to elevate your trip to an even higher level. There's an excellent bar and restaurant available at the Observatory, full of delicious things to eat and drink.

The ONE Dine menu has everything from gnocchi mac and cheese to the classic all-American burger (a crowd favorite). You can also get amazing cocktails at the bar, perfect for an evening toast to one of the best views in the world.

Choose a 'Skip the Ticket Line' ticket for general admittance and to skip ahead of anyone who's trying to buy their ticket on the spot. If you're looking to get in even faster, choose a 'Skip All Lines' ticket to get priority access (as well as priority exit on your way out!) and zoom past everyone.

For the real VIP experience, go with the 'All Inclusive Flex Package' and get all of the above plus $15 credit to use on drinks or souvenirs – and best of all, you'll get to arrive at any time during the day! No rushing, no stress, but plenty of fun.

You can also combine your One World Observatory ticket with a range of other New York experiences. Take a guided tour at 9/11 Ground Zero, visit the Statue of Liberty, or take a comprehensive walking tour of NYC before viewing the city from above.

This depends very much on what you'd like to see! Take advantage of clear skies by visiting during the day, or wait until the evening to take in a truly magical atmosphere.

The views of the New York skyline from the Observatory are especially romantic at night, making it a perfect time to visit if you're in a romantic mood – right before a candlelit dinner perhaps?

There are a few things you could miss if you're not paying attention.

One World Observatory has some amazing experiences to offer right from the very start – from the gigantic curved LED wall welcoming you to the super-fast SkyPod elevators, it's a good idea to take a moment before you go up to really orient yourself and learn about your surroundings.

There's plenty of information at the start of the experience that will make sure you're not at the top wondering "Wait, what is that big statue in the distance?!".

Luckily, even if you do find yourself a bit lost, the dedicated staff are incredibly knowledgeable and will happily tell you all about the sights, as well as the history, in the surrounding the area.

Tickets overview

  • Cast your eyes on New York from its highest vantage point, the Freedom Tower, and gaze over 50 miles into the distance

  • Ride the multimedia elevator and experience the Sky Walk for a feeling of floating above Manhattan

  • Absorb real-time information about the sights below you with the One World Explorer augmented reality experience

  • Booking online in advance is cheaper than paying on the day!

Feel like you are at the top of the world with One World Observatory tickets. Book in advance and save time on your holiday. There are options to skip the lines, and you can also combine your visit with another attraction.

One World Observatory tickets include:

  • Admission to the One World Observatory, one of America's top attractions

  • Access to all 3 floors of One World Observatory (Levels 100, 101, 102)

  • Access to curated eateries from casual café fare to seated fine-dining at ONE!

  • Arrival via The Sky Pod elevators, among the fastest in the world

  • Special features including City Pulse and Sky Portal

  • Options to skip all lines or add a Ground Zero All-Access Guided Tour

  • Options to skip all lines and also visit the 9/11 Memorial & Museum

  • Children under five can enter for free, no ticket is needed

  • The best time of day to go to One World Observatory is between 08:00 to 10:00 to avoid the crowds. Sunset is also pretty spectacular!

  • No food or drinks are allowed inside

  • No pets are allowed, but certified service animals are permitted

  • The 9/11 Memorial makes a thought-provoking addition to a day out, so it’s useful to buy a combo ticket for both attractions

  • One World Observatory is closest to the World Trade Center station on the E line. It can be accessed from the Rector Street Station on Line 1, the Park Place station on Lines 2 and 3, or the Cortland Street Station on Line R

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Susan,  United States United States
10 Dec 2024
Excellent
This is a great tour of the area surrounding the One World Center and the Observatory at the top. If you want to see the museum, be sure to purchase that separately.
9/11 Ground Zero: Guided Tour + One World Observatory: Fast Track
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Christopher ,  United States United States
04 Nov 2024
Excellent
Great experience. Our guide Jim was amazing. His personal stories of being there the day of made it personal. Skipping the lines with this tour is the only way to go.
9/11 Ground Zero: All-Access Tour
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Nicola ,  United States United States
10 Dec 2024
Average
The pass pays for itself with the money saved, but it listed Statue of Liberty as an option, which is one of the main things we wanted, but they would not accept it so we had to buy tickets separately.
The pass pays for itself with the money saved, but it listed Statue of Liberty as an option, which is one of the main things we wanted, but they would not accept it so we had to buy tickets separately.
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About: One World Observatory

Designed by architectural firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill - who also designed the Burj Khalifa - One World is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere and the sixth tallest building in the world.

The One World Observatory - located on the 100th, 101st and 102nd floors of the Freedom Tower - doesn’t stop bringing the 'wow'; from the moment you enter the building, to its elevator rides, all the way up to the top of New York City.

One World Observatory

Tuesday
10:00 - 19:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 19:00
Thursday
10:00 - 19:00
Friday
10:00 - 19:00
Saturday
10:00 - 19:00
Sunday
10:00 - 19:00
Monday
10:00 - 19:00
One World Observatory
117 West Street, 10007, New York
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