One World Observatory Tickets

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 of how the skyline of New York has developed over the years.

Eric’s Tip: “The elevator ride up to One World Observatory is fun. As the observation deck is located in Downtown Manhattan, you’ll have views over the harbour, the bridges and the Statue of Liberty. All this will be better visible during day time than when it’s dark. The observatory is completely indoors, making it the best observatory for people with fear of height.”

See Forever Theatre

After arriving on top, you will watch a 2-minute video about New York in the See Forever Theatre. Once the video is over, the screen is lifted up and you are in for the real treat….the New York skyline! You stay inside the whole time. Don’t forget that at Empire State Building and Top of the Rock you can visit an observation deck that 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 Financial District. You also get to see the Statue of Liberty from the water. The tour ends up at the One World Observatory with a pre-reserved ticket. Click here more information and tickets.

Practical Information

You need to print out your ticket or show it on your smartphone as a mobile ticket and be present 15 minutes before the time mentioned on your ticket. All visitors will go through a security check. You can only take a small bag with you, there are no lockers.

Location: Main entrance is on West Street (corner of West and Vesey Street)
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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