Observation Decks

One World Observatory Deluxe Tickets: Skip-All-Lines with $5 Voucher

One World Observatory towering over New York City skyline.

Visitors enjoying digital skyline display in One World Observatory elevator, New York City.

Visitors pointing at vibrant cityscape display at One World Observatory, New York.

Father and son using a tablet at One World Observatory, New York City.

Open today

9:00am - 9:00pm

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

Guided tour

4.5/5(218)

Irene B

Group

Verified booking

Feb 2026

We went as a family and loved the experience! The entrance with lights, the elevator ride with video included, and the arrival at the viewpoint with a surprise included was incredible! We went up at 4:30, perfect for seeing it during the day, at sunset, and at night :)

David K

Couple

Verified booking

Jan 2026

Great views from the observation area. Smooth elevator ride up and interesting facts about the building. Going down a level after the tour leads to a large shopping and transportation area. Nearby are the reflecting pools and 9/11 museum.

Skip all major lines, including ticketing, security, and elevators, for the quickest possible route to the top of the Western Hemisphere’s tallest skyscraper.

Benefit from priority access at every stage, along with guaranteed timed entry to the Observatory.

Enhance your visit with the One World Explorer guide, labeling 40 NYC landmarks, plus a $5 voucher redeemable for food, drinks, or souvenirs.

This all-priority ticket ensures a smoother, faster, and more informative visit; a great option for visitors who don’t want to lose time navigating queues.

Upgrade your ticket to enjoy flexible entry; ideal for those who want a premium, time-efficient experience with added value perks.

Skip-the-box-office (ticketing counter)

Fast-track access to the elevator and through security lines

Timed entry

One World Explorer digital guide, with an interactive virtual tour of 40 NYC landmarks

$5 voucher to eat, drink, or shop

Access to the observatory levels, SkyPod elevators, Horizon Grid, and See Forever® Theater

Flexible entry (as per option selected)

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

218 reviews
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What our guests say
Randall Q
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
No lines, no waiting. Super easy entrance.
Hector S
Group
Verified booking
May 2026
Staff was friendly It was quick and smooth
Helen C
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
great vistas/ Restaurant was medicore
Fabien R
Family
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Stunning view of NYC with excellent customer service
Irene B
Group
Verified booking
Feb 2026
We went as a family and loved the experience! The entrance with lights, the elevator ride with video included, and the arrival at the viewpoint with a surprise included was incredible! We went up at 4:30, perfect for seeing it during the day, at sunset, and at night :)

Maximize convenience with full skip-all-lines access and enjoy premium views of New York with minimal waiting. Get more out of your visit with an included food, drink, or retail voucher.

Getting started

Use the dedicated fast-track entry lane. Show your ticket and ID at security for quick validation. Head directly to the SkyPod elevators with priority access.

What to expect

One World Observatory

A signature NYC experience known for panoramic views stretching across the five boroughs and beyond.

Features

SkyPod Elevators: Ride 100+ floors in under a minute.

Observation deck: Clear-day visibility across NYC and neighboring states.

One World Explorer Digital Guide: iPad-based virtual tour with 40 key landmarks and 10 culinary highlights.

Upgrade to enjoy flexible entry time and additional vouchers redeemable for food, drinks, or shopping.

Accessibility

This tour is wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

The deluxe ticket allows you to arrive at your selected time and skip all lines.

The observatory is great for kids and guests of all ages. To gain admission, guests must be at least 17 years of age or be escorted by an adult.