Rise above Manhattan on the iconic 86th-floor open-air deck of the Empire State Building. Sweeping 360° views of the greatest skyline on Earth make this the quintessential New York bucket-list moment.
What to expect
Step off the elevator onto the legendary open-air 86th-floor promenade, where the full Manhattan grid unfolds in every direction. On clear days the view stretches 80 miles across four states. The Art Deco interiors — lovingly restored — are a spectacle in themselves on the way up. Optional add-ons include the exclusive 102nd-floor Top Deck for a truly sky-high perspective.
Good to know
Book a timed slot well in advance — popular windows sell out days ahead. The building is a 20-minute cab ride from Midtown cruise terminals. Allow 1.5–2 hrs total; check all-aboard times carefully if docking at Manhattan Cruise Terminal.