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Top Of The Rock
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Top Of The Rock Observation Deck NYC
From the moment you arrive at Rockefeller Center, Top of the Rock is designed to make your visit feel smooth, uplifting and easy to navigate. High‑speed elevators take you to the 67th, 69th and 70th floors in under a minute, with each level offering its own distinct perspective over Manhattan.
At the 850 feet (260 m) high top, you’ll step into wide the, 9,500 square feet the largest of any observatory of open viewing spaces with panoramic views stretching across New York City. Central Park, the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, One World Trade Center and the Hudson River all come into view, with the highest open‑air deck offering one of the clearest, most unobstructed skyline vantage points in the city. It’s a signature spot for capturing photographs and appreciating the scale of Manhattan from above.
Whether you visit in daylight, arrive for the warm glow of golden hour or watch the city illuminate after dark, the skyline transforms with every moment. With its central Midtown location, iconic views and simple digital ticketing, Top of the Rock remains a must‑see experience for first‑time visitors and returning travellers building a memorable New York itinerary.
Three Levels. Three Perspectives. One Epic Skyline
Top of the Rock isn't just one observation platform. Your ticket gives you access to three distinct viewing levels, each offering a different perspective over Manhattan, culminating in the famous open-air rooftop on the 70th floor.
Highlights include:
Three observation levels (67th, 69th & 70th floors)
Indoor and open-air viewing areas
Panoramic views across New York City
The iconic open-air rooftop deck
New York's Most Iconic Skyline
Unlike any other observation deck, Top of the Rock lets you admire the Empire State Building as part of the skyline, creating one of the city's most photographed and recognisable views.
See landmarks including:
Empire State Building
Central Park
Chrysler Building
One World Trade Center
Hudson River
An Experience That Starts Before the View
The journey to the top is part of the attraction itself. From the moment you enter Rockefeller Center, immersive spaces and high-speed elevators build anticipation before revealing the spectacular views awaiting above.
Your visit includes:
High-speed Sky Shuttle elevators
Welcome Gallery
Immersive introductory theatre experience
In the Heart of Rockefeller Center
Located in Midtown Manhattan, Top of the Rock places you at the centre of one of New York City's most famous neighbourhoods, making it easy to combine your visit with many of the city's best-known attractions.
Perfectly placed near:
Fifth Avenue
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Radio City Music Hall
Bryant Park
Times Square
Perfect at Every Time of Day
Whether you're visiting beneath blue skies, arriving for golden hour or watching Manhattan sparkle after dark, Top of the Rock offers a completely different experience every time you visit.
Ideal for:
Daytime city views
Sunset photography
Evening skyline panoramas
Special occasions
First-time New York visitors
The Beam Experience
Upgrade your visit with The Beam Experience at Top of the Rock to step into history and recreate the famous “Lunch Atop a Skyscraper” photo from 1932, with an exhilarating ascent on a 12-foot beam that rotates 180 degrees. This heart-pounding experience lets you feel like one of the fearless ironworkers as you take in spectacular views of the city and Central Park.
Recreate a Legendary New York Moment
The only open-air photo where New York City is your backdrop. Inspired by the 1932 photograph, Lunch Atop a Skyscraper, The Beam Experience brings one of New York City’s most iconic moments to life. It’s a thrilling way to connect with the history of Rockefeller Center while taking in unforgettable views from above.
FAQs
- We offer timed slots and we will book your tickets within your selected time period.
- The Top of the Rock is open 7 days a week, all year round.
- Open from 8am – Midnight. The last elevator goes up at 11pm.
Entrance slots are available every 5 minutes. Please select the time window that suits your visit best and we will endeavour to book your tickets within that time slot.
When is the last elevator to the top?
You can hop on up to the top deck until 1 hour before closing time.
- The main entrance to the Top of the Rock is located on 50th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues.
- Top of the Rock is a three level observation deck that consists of the 67th, 69th, and 70th floors of 30 Rockefeller Plaza.
- Total surface area of all the decks together is approximately 55,000 square-feet (5,110 m²). The upper deck is 850 feet (260 m) above street level.
Top of the Rock is wheelchair-friendly, stroller-friendly, and service animal-friendly. Plus, there are printed transcripts and audio headsets available upon request.
Inside 7 days of your selected ticket date, you will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
Tickets aren’t refunded due to weather, but you can speak to the staff on-site, and they may be able to reschedule your ticket for another day, depending on availability.
There is no time limit as to how long you can spend on the observation decks during operating hours. The average length of stay is about 45 minutes – 1 hour.
- Transportation
- Guide
- Food and drink
- The Beam ticket
- Lift tickets (Note: Lift tickets are not included in the package and must be purchased separately on-site)
- Seasonal clothing
- sunscreen
- sunglasses if you intend to visit the outdoor section of the observation deck.
- Comfortable clothes
- Water
- Comfortable shoes
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