The observation deck is a popular spot from which to admire 360-degree views of New York City, especially the Empire State Building and Central Park. For the best Top of the Rock experience, book your timed general admission ticket in advance with your chosen date and time slot.
You can also opt for VIP access to skip the elevator lines, or a Sun and Stars ticket to visit twice in 24 hours and catch the views by both day and night. Top of the Rock tours are usually limited to ticket combinations with other attractions or museums. To uncover more of the history and architecture of this famous landmark, book a guided tour of Rockefeller Center.
Visitors pass through a security checkpoint before entering; food and beverages are not allowed.
Kids under 6 enter free, and collapsible strollers are allowed.
Top of the Rock is fully wheelchair accessible.
There's no time limit for visits to Top of the Rock, but expect to spend around an hour there.
While Top of the Rock doesn't have a restaurant or bar, dining can be found in Rockefeller Center, as well as the 65th-floor Bar SixtyFive.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the building.
Set at 30 Rockefeller Plaza in Midtown Manhattan, the 1933 art deco Rockefeller Center houses the Top of the Rock. The main entrance is on 50th Street, between Fifth and Sixth avenues, and the closest subway stop is 47-50th Street/Rockefeller Center, which you can reach on the B, D, F or M line.
Reserve your ticket in advance for timed entry between morning and night. Try to plan your visit for a day with clear skies for the best views. The site is busiest around sunset and after dark as travelers catch a look at the city illuminated; early morning visits are less crowded. Top of the Rock is open 365 days a year.
Top of the Rock offers one of the best views of New York City. Other attractions with notable views include the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, the High Line, and the One World Observatory. With the city’s sea of skyscrapers, many New York restaurants and bars have rooftops and outdoor decks that attract both locals and visitors.
