Ascend to the 86th-floor open-air deck and 102nd-floor Top Deck of New York's most iconic skyscraper at dawn, before the city wakes, for an unobstructed 360° panorama of Manhattan. The first light over the five boroughs is among the great urban spectacles on earth.
What to expect
The Art Deco lobby sets an immediate tone of glamour before high-speed lifts whisk you to the 86th-floor open-air promenade, where the grid of Manhattan unfolds in every direction. The 102nd-floor enclosed deck — just 16 feet in diameter — offers an intimate, almost private perch above the clouds on overcast days. Sunrise gilds the East River bridges and turns the Hudson to copper, creating photographs of rare beauty. The building's own curated exhibition on its construction and cultural legacy makes the ascent a complete experience.
Good to know
Book the first entry slot of the day (typically 8 AM) for the fewest crowds. Express Pass eliminates all queuing. USD 5 booking fee applies per ticket. New York is typically a home port — confirm your embarkation day logistics.