One World Observatory: SkyPod Elevators and Views

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New York City

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Experience the breathtaking One World Observatory with a skip-the-line combo ticket. Ride the SkyPod™ Elevators, explore multimedia exhibits, and enjoy stunning skyline views of New York City.

Duration: 2 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

One World Observatory - One World Observatory, positioned atop One World Trade Center, offers 360-degree views of the New York skyline from the highest point in the city. Start your journey to the top in the SkyPod™ Elevators, experience the sights and sounds of the city in the SEE FOREVER™ Theater or discover something new from certified tour…

What's Included

One World Explorer iPad experience
Skip all the Lines: Priority Lane for Security, Entry and Exit Elevator
$5 voucher for use on food and beverage or retail items

Additional Information

SkyPod™ Elevators climb 102 stories in 47 seconds. This astonishing ride reveals the transformation of New York City from unsettled lands to today’s remarkable forest of skyscrapers.
The COMBINATION EXPERIENCE includes PRIORITY access to all Observatory levels for skyline views and all multimedia experiences including the SkyPod™ Elevators, SEE FOREVER™…

Location

One World Observatory

285 Fulton St, One World Trade Center

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Geoffrey_s

Mar 7, 2025

Well worth it. - A brilliant experience. What a view. Truly breathtaking with a iPad to explain all compass points and buildings in view.

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Rockportbirder

Feb 21, 2025

In the Heights - Clear view all the way to the Catskills! Beautiful views all around. I always like to go to the highest place and see things spread out below.

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Svenskpoj

Jan 11, 2025

One World Observatory is Well Worth It - Well worth the price of admission, especially at sunset. Such a neat experience and wonderful views of the city. Staff were all friendly and helpful too. My only comment was that the extra price for “skip the line” was not at all needed at this time of year. Other than that, so cool!!

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Laurent_et_barbara

Jan 7, 2025

Unique view on manhattan - Very nice views, thanks to the height, but no outdoor terrace (like top of the rock or empire state) or attractions like summit (mirrors) or the edge (transparent floor). It is limited to the view, but it is unique. Cutting lines is not necessarily necessary.

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Maireadhowley

Feb 21, 2025

One World Observatory - Amazing views. Quite the day we went which was nice. iPad is a great idea to identify what you can see. Overpriced for what takes about 30mins. But best views of the city

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Richard_h

Dec 30, 2024

A good day out (eventually!) - We had some difficulties on the first night; the observatory was closed due to high winds. We managed to have the tickets changed for the next day in the end and it turned out well after all, especially due to much clearer skies

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Sue_n

Jan 10, 2025

unnecessary - I bought the Skip-the-Line combo ticket. When we got there, no lines existed, It wasn't worth the extra money

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David_e

Jan 7, 2025

Don’t rush it! - The experience seemed a little rushed, most people wanted to kind of push through. All in all, I loved the views

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Davehv3019gb

Jan 4, 2025

Avoid - The whole experience is to force you to pay for a photo opportunity against a fake back drop at the top of the tower ! The long wait that takes you up to the top leads you across views that are completely obstructed by blinds. You're then forced with no choice but to wait for the photo op. This whole experience is distasteful, rude and a complete waste of time and money. Avoid.

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