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

4.2

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Marsha

Nov 30, 2025

Priority was worth the extra $ - We had a priority ticket so we skipped the line and entered One World Trade Center quickly and easily. After a tour about the building we used our $5 priority coupon for refreshments. I would recommend!

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Glenn_h

Oct 24, 2025

highest award - best observation deck find found in NYC for sure. very comfortable and organized and impressive. 5 star plus

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Stev1446

Oct 19, 2025

Fantastic and moving - Excellent experience that we will remember for the rest of our days the whole experience was well worth it. Hardly any queues

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Jamieoconnor

Sep 22, 2025

One of the best views in NYC - A visit to the One World Observatory is an unforgettable experience and a must for anyone exploring New York City. The 360-degree views are absolutely breathtaking, offering a stunning panorama of the city from every angle. The excitement begins the moment you step into the elevator—among the fastest I’ve ever experienced—which adds a fun and thrilling start to the visit. We timed our arrival about an hour before dusk, allowing us to witness the city transform from day to night. Watching the skyline light up as the sun set was truly magical. One of the best aspects is that there’s no time limit on your visit, so you can take your time soaking in the views, capturing photos, and enjoying the atmosphere at your own pace.

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Dion_i

Aug 23, 2025

One World Observation Deck - Views are awesome a must visit while in New York. It's my second time visiting the observation deck and I was amazed each time.

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Adventurer700612

Jun 26, 2025

NY is Beautiful - Breathing taking 360 degree views of NY, NJ. Good photo opportunities. Next to Oculus and 9/11 Museum. You can do all 3 in one day.

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Cmenna78

May 29, 2025

OWO MARAVILLOSO!!! - Last trip, we did Summit, The Edge, Top of Rock and OWO. The latter was the one that had the least publicity but I was fascinated and I put it first... the whole experience from the floor... is impressive and the museum paragraph apart!! Definitely repeat!! it's wonderful!!

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Cornell100

Jan 6, 2026

Good experience overall at One World Observatory - The experience was ok although a little pricey for what it offers, especially when compared to Summit. The skip-the-line was worth it for us on December 31st, it did help. Once on top, the views are spectacular and the temperature was ok but what made it a 4/5 was the staff, who seemed bored and unenthusiastic everywhere: even the ones at the bars or the guys at the photo pick up booth...everyone, everywhere seemed tired and unhappy. Go for the views, though, ignore the staff, if they can't be nice during the holidays they probably are just not nice.

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Anthony_c

Nov 29, 2025

Sites - Several things need tone fixed ,I had to wait in a picture line for 20 minutes . I didn’t want a picture. U should be able to by pass the line

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Joel

May 26, 2025

Great Views, Restaurant Disappointing - The experience of viewing the sky line and the history of the building were great. Some truly great views. The restaurant: I was packed in at the bar like cattle. The service was good but for the prices you would expect some decency in terms of where you get to sit. Food was nice but overpriced. I also find it pretty cheeky to add a line for a tip when you have already automatically added on 20% service charge… $140 bill for one person, 3 drinks and a burger after you paid an expensive entry fee. Lady came onto the bar mid way through my meal and was making a fuss saying this is why she should have been on the bar. Wasn’t a guest conversation but loud enough to be heard, not particularly relaxing knowing there is hostility among the staff. Credit to the lady who was seating eveyone at the restaurant on Saturday 25th of May she was really nice.

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From $59

up to 15 guests

1 - Adult