--- title: One World Observatory slug: one-world-observatory-new-york type: attraction sub_type: observatories source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/one-world-observatory-new-york city: New York state: NY country: US address: One World Trade Center, 117 West St. geo: lat: 40.713 lng: -74.01317 duration: up to 1 hrs cancellation_policy: All sales are final. No cancellations or changes. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:37:34.399Z price_from: amount: 39 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 4.5 count: 29328 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: General Admission Ticket price: 39 regular_price: 44 savings: 5 ticket_types: - name: Adult (13-64 yrs) min_age: 13 max_age: 64 - name: Youth (5-12 yrs) min_age: 5 max_age: 12 - name: Child (0-4 yrs) min_age: 0 max_age: 4 - name: Senior (65+ yrs) min_age: 65 - name: Combination Experience price: 50.4 regular_price: 54 savings: 3.6 ticket_types: - name: Combo Adult (13-64 yrs) min_age: 13 max_age: 64 - name: Combo Youth (5-12 yrs) min_age: 5 max_age: 12 - name: Combo Child (0-4 yrs) min_age: 0 max_age: 4 - name: Combo Senior (65+ yrs) min_age: 65 - name: All-Inclusive Experience price: 64 ticket_types: - name: All-Inclusive Adult (13-64 yrs) min_age: 13 max_age: 64 - name: All-Inclusive Youth (5-12 yrs) min_age: 5 max_age: 12 - name: All-Inclusive Child (0-4 yrs) min_age: 0 max_age: 4 - name: All-Inclusive Senior (65+ yrs) min_age: 65 --- ## Overview Elevate your NYC trip with a visit to One World Observatory atop the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, One World Trade Center. Experience stunning panoramic views of New York City's skyline, thrilling elevator rides, immersive exhibits, and engaging interactive presentations. ## What's Included - Admission to One World Observatory located on the 100th, 101st, and 102nd floors of One World Trade Center. - Access to the SkyPod™ Elevators and SEE FOREVER™ Theater audiovisual experience. - Visit to the Global Welcome Center and Horizon Grid multimedia presentation. - Access to digital skyline guide One World Explorer with Combination and All-Inclusive admissions. - Interaction with Tour Ambassadors at City Pulse. - Access to several dining options on the 101st floor (for ticketed guests). - Public restrooms on all three levels and in the exit lobby. ## What's Not Included - Outside food and beverages are prohibited. ## Ticket Options - **General Admission Ticket** — $39.00 (regularly $44.00, save $5.00) One World Observatory tickets provide access to all three levels (100st, 101st, and 102nd floors) the Global Welcome Center, Horizon Grid, See Forever Theater, Sky Pod Elevator, Sky Portal and City Pulse. Experience immersive exhibits and stunning 360-degree views. - Adult (13-64 yrs) - Youth (5-12 yrs) - Child (0-4 yrs) - Senior (65+ yrs) - **Combination Experience** — $50.40 (regularly $54.00, save $3.60) Combination tickets for One World Observatory offer an upgraded experience that includes priority entry and the One World Explorer, an enhanced audio/visual iPad tour of the city that includes a virtual helicopter tour of New York’s most iconic sights. - Combo Adult (13-64 yrs) - Combo Youth (5-12 yrs) - Combo Child (0-4 yrs) - Combo Senior (65+ yrs) - **All-Inclusive Experience** — $64.00 Experience the best with All-Inclusive One World Observatory tickets! Includes Flexible Arrival, Priority Access Lane, One World Explorer digital audio/visual tour, and a $15 credit voucher for use at the cafe, bar, restaurant, or gift shop. - All-Inclusive Adult (13-64 yrs) - All-Inclusive Youth (5-12 yrs) - All-Inclusive Child (0-4 yrs) - All-Inclusive Senior (65+ yrs) ## Good to Know - Located at One World Trade Center, corner of West and Vesey Streets in Downtown Manhattan. - Use of public transportation is highly recommended due to minimal parking. - Family friendly and suitable for guests of all ages; children ages 5 and younger are admitted free. - Allow about an hour to complete your visit. - Strollers are allowed but must be folded to access elevators and escalators. - Pets are not allowed, only service animals and service animals in training. - Photography with hand-held devices is allowed; professional equipment and tripods require prior approval. - Security screening is mandatory before entry. - Gift shop located on level 100. - Smoking is prohibited inside the Observatory and outside West Plaza. - Dining options range from quick bites to fine dining at ONE Dine on the 101st floor. ## Cancellation Policy No cancellation policy text provided. ## FAQs ### How long does it take to visit One World Observatory? Allow approximately 45 minutes to an hour to complete your One World Observatory visit. ### Is parking available? No. Use of public transportation is highly recommended to access lower Manhattan given the minimal availability of on-street parking. ### How do timed tickets work? What are timed tickets? Your ticket is good for the time and date printed on the ticket. Just arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your entry time, no need to wait in line for entry to the building. ### What happens if I arrive later than my entry time? Late arrivals will be accommodated based on capacity – you may be required to wait until the first possible open time slot. We strongly encourage you to arrive earlier than your scheduled time to avoid any delays. ### Is One World Observatory appropriate for kids? Yes. The attraction is kid friendly, and strollers are allowed for visitors entering with small children. The stunning city views and interactive exhibits are family-friendly and suitable for individuals of all ages. Please note that children (age 5 or younger) are not to be left unattended. ### Is One World Observatory accessible? Yes, One World Observatory – including its exhibits and amenities – are accessible to individuals with disabilities. ### Are strollers allowed? Yes. However, to access the elevators and escalators, you will be asked to remove your child and fold up your strollers. ### Are pets allowed? No. Only service animals and service animals in training are allowed. ### Can I take pictures? Yes, you may take as many personal photos or videos with hand-held devices as you would like. ### Can I bring my tripod or professional camera equipment? DSLR cameras and flash pieces are permitted. However, any other professional photographic equipment, video cameras, recording devices, tripods, lights, and other such equipment are not permitted within the Observatory or West Plaza without prior written approval from One World Observatory management. ### Can I bring food or drinks inside? Outside food and beverages are prohibited. ### Are dining and concessions available at One World Observatory? One World Observatory offers access to several dining options for ticketed guests, from casual fare to seated fine-dining at One Dine. ### Are public restrooms available? Public restrooms are available for guests of the Observatory on all three levels, as well as in the exit lobby on the first floor upon departing the elevators. ### Is there a security checkpoint? Yes. All guests must submit to a security screening prior to entering One World Observatory. ### Is there a gift shop? Yes, on level 100. ### Is smoking allowed? Smoking is prohibited within the Observatory, including the outside West Plaza. ## Reviews > "Accommodating staff, incredible tour" > — Y324CLchadl, April 27, 2026