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 what time you want to visit, choose the General Admission tickets, which are also the cheapest.

If you are unsure about your planning or want to consider the weather, 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 visit the observation deck in the morning or afternoon and show up at a convenient time.

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

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Eric’s Tip: “The elevator ride 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 the daytime than when it’s dark. The observatory is completely indoors, making it the best observatory for people who fear heights.”

See Forever Theater

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, and you are in for the real treat….the New York skyline! You stay inside the whole time. On the other hand, you can visit an outside observation deck at the Empire State Building and Top of the Rock.

Digital Skyline Guide

The Digital Skyline Guide is an iPad that guides 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 many sights in one day, this full-day tour comprehensively introduces New York. It takes you around Midtown, the 9/11 Memorial, and the Financial District. You also get to see the Statue of Liberty from the water. The tour ends at One World Observatory with a pre-reserved ticket. Click here for more information and tickets.

Practical Information

Print your ticket or show it on your smartphone as a mobile ticket. Be present 15 minutes before the time mentioned on your ticket. All visitors have to go through a security check. You can only take a small bag, and no lockers are available.

• Location: The main entrance is on West Street (corner of West and Vesey Street)
• Opening hours: from 09:00 to 21:00
  • The last admission is 60 minutes before closing time
  • Children under 5 visit for free

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