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Top of the Rock Observation Deck

30 Rockefeller Center, New York City, NY (Manhattan)
212 698 2000
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Ranked #11 of 720 attractions in New York City
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Type: Observation Decks/ Towers, Lookouts
Fee: Yes
Traveler Description: The Top of the Rock Observation Decks only re-opened late 2005. This is nowhere near as crowded as the Empire State Building. Initially opened in... more »
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

Well worth travelling to the Top of the Rock! No where else do you get to see the Empire State and WTC. Highly recommend getting the digital photos as well - the picture quality was excellent and the photographer did a great job to move people away and frame the shot with ESB and WTC in the background.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

From Top of the Rock you have an excellent view of NY city; you can see the Empire State Building (which you obviously can't see if you stand on the Empire State Building itself) and also Central Park can be seen beautifully! We made a day visit and a night visit to see the city's beautiful lights at night! We... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

Visited top of the Rock recently cost was $27, this was in my opinion good value there are 3 viewing area's at different levels. There are places to sit at the viewing area's, the security is airport style but in this day and age you would expect that. I enjoyed this experience more than the Empire State.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

You have to do this once in your lifetime. We went during the day and it was hot but the views are amazing. Good view of the Empire state building and central park. If I had a redo, Id go at night.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

We bought combination tickets for Moma and Top of The Rock for savings. We went at 10:30 pm and luckily were able to go up in about half an hour by the time we purchased tickets. Lines are well organized and move quickly. Lots of room once you get off the elevator. Great view of Empire State Building, Times Square,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

Provides the best view of Manhattan. Better than the Empire State building as you can see Central Park from here. Also you get to see the Empire State Building in the skyline, something you obviously wouldn't be able to do if you were on it.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

We were here one night after sunset and the view is spectacular. There is a 360 degree view around the top so you can see the whole city. Don't miss this spot!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

worth the view. We bought our tickets from a tourist guide on the street outside the centre. The tickets were cheaper than at the ticket counter inside. The ticket queue inside was huge and since we already had tickets we went straight to the front of the queue and so no waiting. Once inside you have to stand through some... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

Much much better than empire state, and much better organised. It could be easier to navigate the Rockafella Centre but you need to book your time slot in one place and then go across the hall when your time arrives to go up to the top of the rock. Brilliant views and the safety panels are glass with slots in... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

Top of the Rock is less crowded and more affordable than the Empire State Building. While I like both, Top of the Rock allowed a more leisurely view of Central Park, the Statue of Liberty, AND the Empire State Building. We made many wonderful photos too.

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