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Fully Guided VIP Tour of One World Observatory

Recommended by 95% of travelers
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New York City, USA
  • 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Elevate your visit to One World Observatory with a VIP tour. Don't wait in lines as you ride the Sky Pod to the 102nd floor and enjoy unparalleled city skyline views with an expert guide who shares insights about the city’s landmarks. Enjoy added perks, including a $15 credit for drinks or souvenirs, and take home a commemorative gift.
  • Skip all lines and ascend to floor 102 with the futuristic sky pod elevators
  • Enjoy a guided tour of the observatory levels, 100 through 102
  • Receive some money credit to spend on drinks, food, or souvenirs
  • Watch the See Forever film presentation and take home a special gift set

What's Included

  • Guided Entry to the Observatory
  • Tour through all three Observatory levels (floors 100 - 102)
  • Tour led by a Certified Tour Guide
  • Skip all the Lines
  • $15 to Shop, Drink or Eat
  • 1 customized lanyard and 1 commemorative gift

    Meeting and Pickup

    Departure Point

    • One World Observatory, 117 West St One World Trade Center, New York City, NY 10007-0089

    What To Expect

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    One World Observatory

    Admission Ticket Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Stroller accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time and check-in at the Guest Services desk upon arrival
    • Children age 5 and under do not require a ticket
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

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

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    Reviews

    4.9
    based on 19 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Great experience!

    Manuel_O, Mar 2026
    Excellent tour. Our guide Ben was super informative and provided so much historical information about NYC that made the VIP experience well worth it.

    Great Guided Tour

    Janet_K, Sep 2025
    Fantastic guided tour. Our tour guide Michael was excellent! He gave us so many facts and historical info not only about the Observatory, but the buildings around it. We recommend this tour in order to get the complete info of the place.

    Response from Host, Nov 2025

    Thank you for your fantastic review. We’re thrilled to hear that Michael provided an excellent guided tour and shared so much interesting historical information. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another informative visit.

    April 2025 Observatory Tour Highly Recommend

    Beth_B, Apr 2025
    The location where to meet is inside 117 West Street. You have to go down the escalator inside the building. When you're at the bottom, let the ticket agents know you're with a Viator Tour. It isn't very clear, adding extra stress when it shouldn't be. Ben was our tour guide. Super energetic and knowledgeable - highly recommend for kids 12 and up. It will keep their attention and is the right amount of time after you've had a chance to take in the site at your own pace, enjoy the cafe while overlooking NYC and the five boroughs—a lovely way to spend the morning or afternoon.

    From $80.57

    per person

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

    Book ahead!
    On average, this is booked 23 days in advance.

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