One World Observatory offers 360-degree views of New York City from 1,268 feet in the air. Marvel at the stunning skyline and spot iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn Bridge.
Embark on a unique elevator ride on the SkyPod that takes you on an immersive journey through time and showcases the transformation of New York from its early days to the present in just 47 seconds.
The Global Welcome Center at the attraction displays your place of origin, which then gets added to the registry of over 10 million visitors.
Step onto the incredible Sky Portal, a 14-foot-wide circular glass disc that provides a real-time, high-definition view of the streets below.
The Horizon Grid is a multimedia spectacle! Powered by 145 screens, the display shows famous places, memorable moments, and all the iconic sites in New York that you can see from the observatory.




Take in breathtaking panoramic views of the stunning New York City skyline after traveling up more than one hundred stories. The indoor climate-controlled space ensures that you can enjoy the views from here all year round.









Not all tickets include priority access. Standard tickets allow general entry where you can skip the ticket purchase line, but options like the or Skip-the-Line Tickets with $5 Voucher fast-track your access to the elevator and through security.
The observation deck at One World Observatory is covered so it remains open even during bad weather conditions. For the best visibility, check the weather forecast before booking your tickets.
Children between 6 and 12 years and senior citizens above 65 years can enjoy discounts on One World Observatory tickets.
The SkyPod elevator at One World Observatory takes you to the 102nd floor in just 47 seconds and is made with floor-to-ceiling LED screens. During your ride, you'll get to enjoy an immersive virtual display showcasing New York City's evolution.
The standard ticket includes entry to One World Observatory where you don’t have to wait at the box office, access to the observation decks, SkyPod elevator, Horizon Grid, and See Forever Theater.
The has a flexible entry option as compared to the timed entry in the Skip-the-Line Tickets with $5 Voucher , and there is a slight variation in the voucher that comes included with both tickets. Both tickets let you skip past the elevator and security lines.
Fast-track tickets can be a game-changer, especially during peak times or holidays. They allow you to skip long lines to the tour, making your visit smoother and more enjoyable. So you skip the booking line and the waiting line at security and the elevator.
Your wait time can depend on the time of day and season. During peak season, or around sunset, or during weekends, you may end up waiting in line for 45 minutes. You can get skip-the-line or all-inclusive "sip and view" tickets to skip this altogether.
No, you need to have a ticket to One World Observatory to be able to dine at One Dine.
The VIP tour is a 1-hour tour of One World Observatory where you get fast-tracked, priority, and escorted entry to the observatory for security, entry, and exit. A voucher for food, beverage, or shopping, and access to the Sky Portal, along with the SkyPod elevator, and more.
A visit to the One World Observatory typically takes 1-2 hours.
No, you cannot re-enter the Observatory after the first admission.
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Skip the box office and reach NYC’s skyline views fast with a 47-second SkyPod ascent.
Inclusions
Skip-the-box-office (ticketing counter) tickets
Timed entry admission
Access to the observatory levels, SkyPod elevators, Horizon Grid, and See Forever® Theater
Fast-track access in the elevator and security lines (as per option selected)
Flexible entry (as per option selected)
Skip the ticketing lines and soar to the top of One World Observatory with your group.
Inclusions
Skip the box office ticketing counter
Timed entry tickets
Access to observatory levels
Access to SkyPod elevators
Access to Horizon Grid
Access to See Forever Theater
Skip all lines and explore NYC’s skyline with a digital guide and enjoy $5 to spend on food, drinks, or gifts.
Inclusions
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)
See NYC from above and reflect on its history below with two iconic World Trade Center experiences.
Inclusions One World Observatory
Skip-the-box-office (ticketing counter)
Timed entry
Access to:
Observatory levels
SkyPod elevators
Horizon Grid
See Forever® Theater
9/11 Memorial and Museum
9/11 Memorial and Museum timed entry ticket
Access to current exhibitions, Survivor Tree, and Memorial Glade
One World Observatory
9/11 Memorial and Museum
Get a guided, skip-all-lines VIP experience with premium views and a $15 redeemable voucher.
Inclusions
1-hour VIP tour of One World Observatory
Timed entry
Escorted entry to the Observatory
Priority entry for security, entry and exit elevator
$15 to shop, drink, or eat
Exclusions
Redeem your voucher at the bar and unwind with a beverage while soaking in 360° views of NYC.
Inclusions
Flexible entry to One World Observatory
Skip-the-box-office (ticketing counter)
Fast-track access in the elevator and security line
One World Explorer digital guide with an interactive virtual tour of 40 NYC landmarks
$15 voucher to eat, drink, or shop
Access to the observatory levels, SkyPod elevators, Horizon Grid, and See Forever® Theater
See New York from sky-high and seaside with two landmark experiences plus convenient ferries.
Inclusions One World Observatory
Skip-the-box-office (ticketing counter)
Timed entry
Access to:
Observatory levels
SkyPod elevators
Horizon Grid
See Forever® Theater
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with Ferry Transfers
Entry to the Statue of Liberty Museum
Access to Liberty Island and Ellis Island
Priority entry at the Screening Facility Queue for the ferry
Round-trip ferry service
Audio guide in Arabic, English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.