Top of the Rock Observation Deck
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4.7 (90,662)From $42.00
Three open-air decks atop 30 Rockefeller Plaza frame 360-degree views of Central Park and the Empire State Building.
Description
The ascent begins with a short historical video in a theater area and an elevator ride that reveals the inner shaft above. Across the 67th, 69th, and 70th floors, indoor galleries accompany the observation terraces, extending sightlines out toward the Hudson River alongside interactive exhibits. Add-on installations like The Beam Experience and the SKYLIFT offer elevated photo opportunities above the main decks.
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