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Skip-the-Line Tickets to One World Observatory
- Ascend to the top of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere with these skip-the-line ticket options.
- Be transported by the Skypod to the 102nd Floor in exactly 47 seconds!
- Admire the evolution of the Manhattan Skyline and step out on the see-through Sky Portal for heart-racing views.
- Grab the chance to click amazing vacation photos.
- Spend time at the best vantage point that this city has to offer.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line tickets
- Skip the security line (if option selected)
- Access to the 100th-floor observation deck
- Free Wi-Fi
- $15 to Drink or Shop (If option selected)
Exclusions
- Audio guide
- Hotel transfers
- Meal inclusions
- Standard Skip-the-Line Admission Tickets to One World Observatory
- Combination Skip-the-Line Admission Tickets to One World Observatory
- All-Inclusive Skip-the-Line Admission Tickets to One World Observatory
- This tour is wheelchair accessible.
- This experience is not suitable for children under 17 years of age. If under 17 years of age, they must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- All the ticket options allow you to Skip the ticket purchase line at the Observatory's entrance.
- Combination and All-Inclusive Admission tickets also include expedited security, via the priority security line.
- Standard and Combination Tickets have a time entry. If you miss your assigned entry time, you will not receive replacement tickets or a refund.
- All-Inclusive Tickets allow you to enter at your leisure, on your chosen day of visit.
- Entrance to the observatory, up to 15 minutes after your reserved time is permitted and may stay as long as you would like.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Why Visit the One World Observatory?
- Splendid Views: The One World Observatory allows you to enjoy 360-degree views of New York’s iconic sights, surrounding waters, and iconic skyline.
- A Treat for your Senses: The One World Observatory has it all! Breathtaking views to please the eye, a restaurant serving sumptuous cuisines, and an informative digital guide to New York.
- A Thrilling Ride to the Top: The Skypod Elevators at the One World Observatory take you on a super fast journey to the 102nd floor of the One World Trade Center in forty-seven seconds flat!
- A Great Learning Experience: The Horizon Grid at the One World Observatory 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 One World Observatory.
Your One World Observatory Tickets Explained
Standard Entry
- Get access to the 100th floor observatory to enjoy stellar panoramic views of the New York skyline and spot popular attractions like the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty.
- Choose your time slot to access the observatory and all the exhibits inside including the SkyPod elevator ride.
- Enjoy free ad-ons along with your entry tickets including the Sky Portal, City Pulse, and SEE FOREVER Theater.
Combination Skip the Line Admission Tickets
- With your skip the line tickets, you can bid adieu to waiting times and standing in long queues at the One World Observatory.
- Zoom to the top of the One World Observatory in a SkyPod elevator to enjoy spectacular views of the New York skyline, some of New York’s most iconic sites, and the waters that surround New York City.
- You can even choose to skip the security line with these tickets, which gives you even more time to explore and discover the One World Observatory.
All-Inclusive Skip the Line Admission Tickets
- Enjoy an all-inclusive skip the line ticket giving you access to both observation decks inside the One World Trade Center.
- These tickets come with flexible time slots, giving you the freedom to visit the attraction at your own convenience.
- Skip the lines at the security check and the SkyPod elevator to reach the One World Observatory.
- Your tickets include a $15 voucher which you can use to drink or shop.
Discounted Tickets: Children between 6 to 12 years and seniors above 65 years can avail discounted tickets.
Cancellation Policy: You can cancel your tickets up to 24 hours before your scheduled visit and get a full refund.
One World Observatory Highlights
360 Degree Views
Take in breathtaking 360-degree 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.
Global Welcome Center
Simply add your place of origin to the One World Observatory when you visit the attraction. This amazing data is presented on a curved LED screen, which is believed to be the largest indoor LED screen in the world!
Horizon Grid
Enjoy a presentation powered by 145 screens at the One World Observatory. Learn about some of the memorable moments, the famous faces, and all the iconic attractions that you can see from the top of the One World Observatory.
Ride to the Top
Reach the top of the One World Observatory by stepping into a SkyPod elevator, that will make you climb the 102 stories of the One World Trade Center in 47 seconds flat!
See Forever Theater
At the See Forever Theater, you can enjoy a spectacular audio-visual experience that is set to the rhythms of New York City and coincides with your first glimpse of the New York City skyline.
Meet the Experts
Get all the inside information about New York City by asking tour ambassadors anything and everything about New York City when you visit the One World Observatory.
Drink and Dine
Enjoy a quick bite, a refreshing cocktail, or a delicious gourmet meal at the ONE Dine restaurant located on the 101st floor of the One World Observatory. Surrounded by amazing views, ONE Dine promises you an unforgettable dining experience!
Illy Caffè and Gelateria
At the Illy Caffè and Gelateria, you can pair your classic Italian-inspired coffee, a delicious cold brew, and many other drinks with a quick snack that will leave you asking for more!
Digital Skyline Guide
Use the One World Explorer guide app on the iPads at the One World Observatory to explore New York City as you move from window to window. The best thing about this guide is that it moves along with you.
Plan your Visit to the One World Observatory
The One World Observatory is open from 10 AM to 9 PM daily.
Last Entry: One hour before closing time.
Closed: Open all year round.
Best Time To Visit: Just before sunset.
Address: 117 West Street, New York, New York 10007 | Find on maps
- By Metro: A, C, E, R, W and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
Nearest Stop: World Trade Center
- By Train: NJ Transit
Nearest Stop: Newport
- By Bus: SIM9, SIM7, SIM33
Nearest Stop: Vesey Street and West Street
- By Car: Distance From Airport: 13.1 miles from New York JFK Airport.
Car Parking: Park at Brookfield Place Shopping Center or an office complex across West Street.
Accessibility
- All amenities and exhibits as well as the observatory at the One World Observatory are wheelchair-accessible.
- An accessible pick-up and drop-off area is available along West Street, north of Vesey Street.
- Guests with reduced mobility can access One World Observatory through the West Plaza Entrance or from inside the World Trade Center Oculus.
The One World Observatory has a restaurant named ONE Dine on the 101st floor. Enjoy gourmet and continental cuisine at the restaurant and don’t forget to sip on some of the famous wines and cocktails that are on offer!
The average cost for dining at ONE Dine is around $31 - $50.
You can also visit the Illy Caffè and Gelateria to sip on some delicious Italian coffee!
- Photography is permitted at the One World Observatory.
- Outside food and drinks are not allowed inside the observatory.
- Strollers are permitted but you will have to fold them when you take the elevator. The observatory is also wheelchair-accessible.
- Pets are not allowed at the One World Observatory.
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Frequently Asked Questions About One World Observatory Tickets
You can easily purchase One World Observatory tickets online.
Yes, you can buy your One World Observatory tickets online.
Your One World Observatory tickets start from $47.91.
Yes, skip the line tickets for One World Observatory are available online.
Children between 6 to 12 years and senior citizens above 65 years can enjoy discounts on their One World Observatory tickets. Cashback offers are also available for these tickets.
The One World Observatory is an observation deck on the 102nd floor of the One World Trade Centre. From here, you can enjoy some stunning views of the New York skyline.
You can visit the One World Observatory by purchasing tickets to the attraction.
The One World Observatory is located at 117 West Street, New York, New York 10007.
Some highlights of the One World Observatory include 360-degree views, the Grand Horizon Center, and the thrilling ride to the top in the SkyPod elevators.
You can get to the One World Observatory by bus, car, or subway.
The One World Observatory is open from 10 AM to 9 PM every day.
Restrooms and a gift shop are available at the One World Observatory. All the areas in the observatory are accessible by wheelchair.
Yes, the One World Observatory is accessible by wheelchair.
Yes, photography is permitted at the One World Observatory.
The exhilarating ride to the top in the SkyPod elevators and the breathtaking panoramic views of New York City, its surrounding waters, and a bird’s eye view of some of the city’s most iconic attractions make the One World Observatory worth visiting.