Top of the Rock Observation Deck Highlights
- Take in the beauty of NYC from 70 stories up.
- Incredible views of Central Park and The Empire State Building
- Take in unobstructed views of Manhattan during day and night for an additional fee.
- Dining and Gift Shops in Rockefeller Plaza.
- The opportunity to place your forehead on expensive binoculars.
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What to Fear
Heights, crowds, rain, thunderstorms and elevators.
Overview
Take in the view of New York City from the top of Rockefeller Center. This observation deck gives you a great view of the Empire State Building, Central Park and the Chrysler Building. Document yourself facing your fear of heights with panoramic photos of the beautiful Manhattan skyline from this open-air attraction.
What’s the worst that could happen?
What if the view makes your feet tingly? What if you can’t find the bathroom in time? Hypothermia? What if the iconic image of construction workers eating lunch on a steel beam makes you hungry and you don’t have snacks? What if the observation glass is smudged and needs Windex, but they took yours at the security check?
Get Afraid
Are you brave enough to do the outdoor deck during freezing winter temperatures?
Additional Info
- Expect weekend and holiday crowds.
- Bathrooms at the top are hard to find.
- Arrive early or stay late for less crowds.
Address
50th St. between 5th and 6th Avenues
New York, NY 10111
Visit the official website for current hours and attraction information.
Website: topoftherocknyc.com/
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