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View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets

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Boston, USA
Very popular!
5+ bookings in the past 6 hours.
  • 1 to 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket

Why travellers loved this

4.4
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· Janice_M ·
Apr 2026
Really fun. Kids are 10 and 12 and had fun identifying buildings around the city. Took my 7 and 4 year old grandchildren the week before with their Dad on a gorgeous day and they loved it. The video in the theater should be in a Boston welcome center or more heavily advertised. Sell some good food and more people would go up.
· Hayden_A ·
Mar 2026
Fantastic views and fun for little kids. We took our baby up and he loved pointing at all the buildings and cars driving on the roads bellow. The miniature diorama of the city was super cool as well.

Overview

Save yourself valuable time in Boston by prebooking admission to the Boston View observation deck before you travel. With entry guaranteed for your preferred slot and date, you're free to then finalize your plans in the city. When it’s time, ride the elevator to the observatory; soak in the 360-degree panoramas from its open-air deck, indoor terraces, and rooftop bar; and enjoy the 3D model of the city and other attractions.
  • Prepurchase your tickets for the View Boston observation deck
  • Save time and secure admission for time and day you wish
  • Admire the epic skyline from the outdoor and indoor decks and rooftop bar
  • Great for first-timers to get an overview of the city

What's Included

  • Timed Entry Ticket
  • Access to indoor and outdoor observatory decks
  • Alcoholic Beverages
    Entry ticket allows access to Stratus Bar, located on the 51st Floor. Open Daily from 3PM-10PM with specialty cocktails and light bites available for purchase.
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off

Meeting and Pickup

Departure Point

  • View Boston Observation Deck, 800 Boylston Street Floor 52, Boston, MA 02199

What To Expect

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View Boston Observation Deck

Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Pushchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travellers can participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.4
based on 335 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Cool but lack luster

Melissa_L, May 2026
Fun to see the city from this point but nothing else to do unless you come after 3pm. No food or drink before 3p. Not advertised as such when booking.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback—we’re glad you enjoyed the views of the city. You’re absolutely right to call out the timing around food and beverage, and we understand how that could be frustrating if it wasn’t clear when booking. Our bar and food service do open later in the day, and we’re actively working with our partners, including Viator, to make sure those details are more clearly communicated so guests can plan their visit accordingly. While food and drink are part of the later-day experience, we aim to provide plenty to explore throughout the day, including our indoor and outdoor observation decks and immersive exhibits that help guests discover Boston from a new perspective

All the way from Maine

Leslie_T, May 2026
Not only do you get 360 degrees through the glass, there are balcony views outside as well which I wasn’t expecting at all.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for such an enthusiastic review—we love the energy! You’ve actually mapped out the perfect way to experience View Boston: starting at the very top for that first panoramic “wow” moment, then making your way down to the open-air observation deck, and finishing with the indoor exhibits. That’s exactly how to take it all in.

Must see

Judy_T, May 2026
Definitely a must see when in Boston. Centrally located and closed to lots of shopping centers. We enjoyed our time here. Thank you.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience—we’re glad to hear you enjoyed your visit. We agree the central location is one of the big advantages of View Boston, with easy access to nearby shopping, dining, and many of Boston’s key attractions. It’s great to know you were able to make the most of your time both at the deck and in the surrounding area. We appreciate you visiting and hope to welcome you back again soon!

Obviously the weather...

Norman_K, May 2026
Obviously the weather does impact the views but it did stop raining before our assigned time. The views were okay with no one (four other visitors) on the observation level.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for your feedback—we really appreciate you sharing your experience. You’re absolutely right that the weather can play a big role in how the views come across, and we’re glad to hear the rain cleared in time for your visit. On clearer days, the visibility and overall experience can be quite different, so we always hope guests get to see Boston at its best. It’s great to hear you were able to enjoy the space with a quieter atmosphere as well—having a bit more room to take in the views can be a nice upside. We appreciate you visiting and hope you’ll consider coming back on a bright, clear day for the full experience.

Lots of fun

Janice_M, Apr 2026
Really fun. Kids are 10 and 12 and had fun identifying buildings around the city. Took my 7 and 4 year old grandchildren the week before with their Dad on a gorgeous day and they loved it. The video in the theater should be in a Boston welcome center or more heavily advertised. Sell some good food and more people would go up.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review—we’re so glad to hear your family enjoyed the experience across multiple generations! It’s wonderful that your kids and grandchildren had fun spotting and identifying Boston’s landmarks from above—that’s exactly the kind of interactive, memorable moment we hope to create for guests of all ages. We also love hearing that you’ve been able to experience View Boston on different visits and different weather days. We appreciate your feedback on the theater video and food offerings as well. Suggestions like yours are really valuable as we continue to improve how we showcase Boston and enhance the overall guest experience. Thanks again for visiting—we hope to welcome you and your family back again soon!

Fun for the family

Hayden_A, Mar 2026
Fantastic views and fun for little kids. We took our baby up and he loved pointing at all the buildings and cars driving on the roads bellow. The miniature diorama of the city was super cool as well.

Best Views In All of Boston

Jordy_R, Mar 2026
The views from the top of the Prudential Center are amazing! We got there around 6:15 pm And stay till about 7:15ish. On this day the outside deck was closed due to high winds, but besides that it's amazing up there. You can see Fenway Park, Logan airport and The Encore casino and beyond. I want with my partner but it is good for any occasion including kids, elderly or groups. Definitely recommend.

Amazing Time

karnold21, Mar 2026
My 1 year old had the time of his life! He truly enjoyed the views and sights of it all! I was nervous at first but the moment we went in he was full of joy and amazement!

A great view above the hustle and bustle!

Michelle_H, Mar 2026
It was a cool experience to see Boston from up above and be able to orient myself to all of the places I had visited. It was very open, clean, and the music that was rolling was an added treat.

Cool views!

Arian_A, Feb 2026
Cool to checkout but definitely a one and done thing. Unfortunately with the recent snow you couldn't go out on the deck which was a bummer. There was also a private event which blocked some of your access. Amazing views though

It gets very cold on the...

GIRISH_S, Jan 2026
It gets very cold on the outdoor decks. It is usually closed during snowing. But overall a wonderful experience.

Boston Tea Party

Aly, Jan 2026
Wonderful experience with our tour. The actors were fabulous! We recommend this tour 💯 . The gift shop was awesome and we bought a few souvenirs for family.

Not to exciting

Peter_T, Jan 2026
The view is ok. Half of the deck was closed off for private party. The Beacon was closed so not much we could do

Beautiful

Laura_O, Jan 2026
Such beautiful views, a gorgeous experience! To go at sunset is a must. We had food in the restaurant and it was lovely.

Absolutely amazing!!

Trudy_K, Jan 2026
Everything went smoothly, beautiful views staff were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely go here again! Thank you!!

Meh

Stephany_M, Nov 2025
The views were really nice but I expected a lot more out of this experience. You wouldn’t miss anything if you don’t go.

Epic Boston views

Karol_H, Nov 2025
Wonderful view of the city! Epic views!!! Plus the two levels going down are as nice as the 52nd flooor. Gift shop and restaurant and cocktail bar, too.

Na

Kathy_C, Nov 2025
It can be windy and coldj Beautiful view It was worth the trip A little pricey but a fair value. Give it a try

What An Awesome View Of Boston

Gloria_C, Oct 2025
Words cannot describe the view from the Prudential Building. You need to experience for yourself. Very inexpensive thru Viator App

Very well organized and...

Rachelle_S, Oct 2025
Very well organized and informative. Huge area so no crowds and multiple levels .. you can stay indoors or also enjoy open air views

Bad Weather

James_A, Oct 2025
Unfortunately through no fault of their own, a noreaster came in while we were visiting Boston so we were not able to see very much. We did meet a very nice man that works for Boston View. His name is Ben. He spent a lot of time talking about things in Boston and the surrounding area that we were not able to see because of the weather.

Great experience but unclear directions

Amy_R, Oct 2025
The experience once you got up was great. Unfortunately the directions of how to find it are missing crucial information so we walked for ages around the location trying to find the entrance.

Observation was closed due to construction

Celia_C, Sept 2025
They are currently under construction and closed we were unable to visit and do the activity we paid for

Response from Host, Sept 2025

Thank you for your feedback, however View Boston is not under construction and are fully open to guests.

It’s phenomenal great...

Dante_S, Sept 2025
It’s phenomenal great views and very vibey great staff very helpful. Very beautiful views of the city and some history lessons about the city also

Response from Host, Sept 2025

Thank you for visiting View Boston. We're so glad that you enjoyed your experience

Just okay

Wendy_J, Aug 2025
The top floor is completely inclosed. One level down is open air. The views were okay. Price was okay.

Breathtaking

Quana_L, Aug 2025
The views were spectacular. We went just before sunset so we got a view of both day and night. The staff was helpful and friendly

Response from Host, Sept 2025

Thank you for visiting View Boston. We're glad you had such a wonderful experience!

Prudential Tower Tour

aussiegirl, July 2025
Very cool to be on the top of the Prudential tower! Amazing views! I spent 2 hours raking it all on!

Response from Host, Sept 2025

Thank you for visiting View Boston. We're glad you had such a wonderful experience!

It was awesome!

Karyn_C, July 2025
A must do while in Boston! It shows the city and all the great points of interest. Even on a cloudy day, it is still amazing!

Response from Host, Sept 2025

Thank you for visiting View Boston. We're glad you had such a wonderful experience!

My day in Boston.

Lisa_T, June 2025
It was not bust. Just 1 or two others. I went to see Boston and I took some nice pictures, not just from the observation deck but also the nice buildings and surrounding places. I also went to the Franklin Zoo. I made a day of it.

Response from Host, Sept 2025

Thank you for visiting View Boston. We're glad you had such a wonderful experience!

it is a great take of the...

William_V, June 2025
it is a great take of the views from the observation sites could see far away and nearby unique perspective from above! mountains ocean and city views!

Response from Host, Sept 2025

Thank you for visiting View Boston. We're glad you had such a wonderful experience!

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