An architectural marvel, beautiful inside and out, the Empire State Building lays claim to being the most photographed building in the world.

As well as breathtaking views of NYC from the 86th and 102nd floor observation decks, there’s plenty to discover about the ‘World’s Most Famous Building’ on your visit, from it’s design and construction to its use in countless movies.

At its top floor, the Empire State Building stands 1,250 feet (380 metres) tall. Counting the spire and antenna, the building clocks in at a mighty 1,454 feet (443 metres), making it currently the 4th tallest building in New York City. To make it to the 102nd floor observatory, you’d have to climb 1,872 steps. That’s serious work! Thankfully, the whopping 73 Otis elevators can get you to the top to enjoy the views without breaking a sweat.

Start your visit by immersing yourself in the Empire State Building story on the 2nd and 80th floors, to learn how it was built and come face-to-face with King Kong! Exhibits are open to all ticket holders, with a downloadable self-guided audio tour available for an enhanced experience.

Continue your journey to the 86^th floor and step onto New York’s most famous open-air observatory. Enjoy 360° views of the city and spot iconic landmarks including the Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park and Statue of Liberty.

If you choose, you can take your New York City experience higher to the reimagined 102nd floor which offers unmatched, floor-to-ceiling views stretching up to 80 miles on a clear day.