CityBuddy
Empire State Building
Best time to visit
Early morning at opening or after 10pm usually has shorter lines and clearer skies. Sunset gives dramatic light for photos but draws the biggest crowds.
Budget tips
Timed-entry tickets to the 86th-floor observatory typically start around $40 to $50; expect higher prices for the 102nd-floor and Express options, and there are no free-entry days. Buying online ahead and using CityPASS or New York Pass can save money if visiting multiple attractions.
Recommended for
Photography enthusiasts, Architecture lovers, First-time visitors to New York, Romantic couples
Plan your visit
1-2 hours
About
快速信息: 102层的楼高和顶端约443米的标志性高度让人在观景台上能把城市轮廓尽收眼底。因应节日变换的彩色照明系统让夜景变得戏剧性，远远看去像一盏会说话的灯塔，游客常为拍照排长队。
亮点: 偷偷告诉你，1930年代只用了410天就建成，102层的塔尖总高约1,454英尺（443米），当年工人们在寒风中用数百万颗铆钉和吱嘎作响的脚手架拼出那座钢铁体，油漆和热金属的味道至今让我想起施工现场的忙碌。夜里塔顶的灯光会根据节日和事件换色，2012年更换为可显示超过1600万种颜色的LED后，蓝白或橙色光柱会切穿雾霭，仰望时能感受到低频振动和远处汽车的汽油香与热糖浆甜味混合的都市气息。
Insider tips
- Buy a timed-entry ticket online to skip the longest ticketing lines.
- Arrive at opening or after 10pm to avoid peak crowds and get clearer skyline views.
- Use the outdoor 86th-floor deck for wide shots, and consider the 102nd-floor upgrade for a higher, less crowded vantage point.
- Dress in layers, the wind makes the outdoor decks much colder than street level.
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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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