One World Observatory: SkyPod Elevators and Views

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
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
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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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Kristin_f
Apr 25, 2025
Go at noon - Highly recommend you go at 12 in the afternoon, you dont need to use the priority line because there is literally no line. This is my third time coming here and it’s just as amazing as the first time.
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Geoffrey_s
Mar 7, 2025
Well worth it. - A brilliant experience. What a view. Truly breathtaking with a iPad to explain all compass points and buildings in view.
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Rockportbirder
Feb 21, 2025
In the Heights - Clear view all the way to the Catskills! Beautiful views all around. I always like to go to the highest place and see things spread out below.
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Svenskpoj
Jan 11, 2025
One World Observatory is Well Worth It - Well worth the price of admission, especially at sunset. Such a neat experience and wonderful views of the city. Staff were all friendly and helpful too. My only comment was that the extra price for “skip the line” was not at all needed at this time of year. Other than that, so cool!!
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Rene_g
May 3, 2025
Worth the views! - Great views, the iPad unfortunately does not work properly, just avoid it. Last but not least you would expect a modern lift to be more up to standards! Do not really understand why passengers have to feel the pressure in 2025
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Maireadhowley
Feb 21, 2025
One World Observatory - Amazing views. Quite the day we went which was nice. iPad is a great idea to identify what you can see. Overpriced for what takes about 30mins. But best views of the city
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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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Sue_n
Jan 10, 2025
unnecessary - I bought the Skip-the-Line combo ticket. When we got there, no lines existed, It wasn't worth the extra money
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Etabeta01
May 2, 2025
Breathtaking view but disappointing experience - One World Observatory is undoubtedly the highest vantage point in New York and offers a 360° view of the city. The panoramic effect is impressive, but unfortunately the overall experience did not live up to expectations. First of all, you have to count at least 40 minutes or even an hour in a row, complicated by extremely strict security checks (more than those at the airport). For example, my camera tripod was seized because it was considered dangerous, so I had to take everything freehand. The staff was unhelpful and not particularly courteous, which made the experience even worse. The windows of the observatory were not clean, making it difficult to get good photos due to reflections and footprints. The photo shoot offered on site was also not of good quality. The price is decidedly high (about 60€ per person) and, considering everything, not justified. Personally, I found the Summit One Vanderbilt experience much better, which I highly recommend.
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From $59
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).