Date of opening: December 2023
Timings: 8am - 12am
Location: 69th floor of 30 Rockefeller Plaza, Top of the Rock observation deck
Duration: 5 - 15 minutes
Height: 12 feet above Top of the Rock observation deck
The Beam at Top of the Rock allows you to relive the iconic picture of lunching ironworkers on a steel beam that was 69 stories high. It is a newly added attraction at Rockefeller Center that lets you admire the breathtaking views of NYC’s famous Central Park and beyond while feeling like you are sitting precariously on the edge of a beam.
Recreate the historic photo of the 11 ironworkers who were sitting on a steel beam 69 stories above the ground that was taken in 1932 during the construction of 30 Rockefeller Plaza. This once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunity lets you feel the thrill of hovering 12 feet above the 30 Rockefeller Plaza observation deck. Read this guide on The Beam to know the timings, what to expect, tips, and more!
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The Beam at Top of the Rock allows the visitors to recreate an iconic image named “Lunch Atop a Skyscraper” from 1932 offering visitors a thrilling experience.
The Beam is located at Top of the Rock above the observation deck of Rockefeller Plaza, New York.
The operating hours for The Beam at Top of the Rock are from 9am to midnight.
If you buy Top of the Rock tickets online, The Beam experience is included in the admission ticket.
No, there is no height requirement for The Beam. However, there is a weight limit of 250 pounds.
The Beam is a great attraction to click pictures at! Sit atop the thrilling steel beam for an exciting photo!
Yes. The Beam at Top of the Rock is worth visiting. The Beam experience offers a unique and exhilarating opportunity for thrill seekers to capture a unique moment from 1932.
The Beam experience takes around 15-30 minutes. But you should spend about an hour at the Top of the Rock observation deck.
Enjoying The Beam experience during the day is recommended as it offers a breathtaking view of the skyline.