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Guest Reviews for "COMBO TICKET: NY SKYRIDE and Empire State Building Observation Deck"

New York Skyride and Empire State Building Observatory Tour Tickets©2006 NYSkyride

Duration: SkyRide: 25 Minute Show
Observation Deck: At your leisure

Departs from: Empire State Building, 350 Fifth Avenue between 33rd & 34th St.

Price from:
$19.00 - $45.00 (USD)

Average rating:
Average rating: 4.5
(based on 25 reviews)

Reviews

Not to be missed.

Sara K., United Kingdom, 10-2008

it was really OK. A very long tour,you see everything but a the end you forget what did you see and where

Ugo B., Turkey, 08-2008

My group enjoyed NY Skyride and going to the Observation Deck in the Empire State Building. If you don't have enough time to tour all of Manhattan then I suggest watching the NY Skyride. It takes you from a different point of view,gliding through the different buildings.

Angelica R., United States, 07-2008

Lana H., United States, 07-2008

Good

Ganesh K., United States, 07-2008

good service

Ivo A., Italy, 06-2008

The observation deck was great but the NY Skyride was not what we expected.

MARIE-LAURE B., France, 06-2008

We enjoyed the ride, we would definitely recomed others!

Ganesh K., United States, 05-2008

I was thrilled to have been able to book this online with no fuss, knowing that I wouldnt be disappointed on the day and was able to miss the lengthy queues. The voucher was easy to print off and the instructions self explanatory, very easy to use and would both recommend it to friends and use it on my return visit which I hope will be in the not too distant future.

michelle a., United Kingdom, 05-2008

Great to avoid the initial queue and go straight to the sky ride. One problem which tour corp could do nothing about was the huge crowd at the observation deck. It made it difficult to get to the actual view. There were so many people there.It was particularly hard on little children who had problems with so many large adults in their way.

Ruth E., United Kingdom, 05-2008

It was nice but the people in the tower we pushy and rude

Denise B., United States, 04-2008

Very Good overall will recommend to friends.

Daniele R., United Kingdom, 04-2008

We found the tour good but struggled to retrieve the printed vouchers.

francis s., United Kingdom, 03-2008

The tour guides were very informative they had great New York City pride,you can tell they love their city. When I returned home I knew facts about N.Y.C that even regular travelers to N.Y.C didn't know. My teenage daughter's class was learning about N.Y.C, just by coincidence, when we returned and my daughter had all kinds of great info to share with the class,the teacher was quite impressed.

suzanne s., United States, 03-2008

The photos are too expensive

Manuel G., Chile, 02-2008

bloody fantastic !!!!

lisa C., United Kingdom, 01-2008

Myself and my 2 brothers had a very nice time on our tour. We enjoyed the ride, and going through what New York city has to offer. The only really bad point i could make is there is a bit of construction work going on at the moment, and the queue was quite long. Apart from that we had a very enjoyable time, and would definitely do this tour again. It was great fun being on one of the highest buildings ever made, and looking down on everything.

kelly a., United Kingdom, 11-2007

I would highly recommend buying the ESB and Skyride tickets on line. It saves so much times and leaves more time for enjoying other sites.

Jean C., United States, 11-2007

This was the first time I had done anything like this. The experience was wonderful, I immediately wanted to do it all again! It was brilliant.

Julia B., United Kingdom, 09-2007

This was a fun tour, and specially for my 13 year old son that has never visited such a high building

Helga H., Iceland, 09-2007

It was very fast and easy to me and to my little children to take the Skyride (at 19:30)and then to go to the 86th floor of the ESB.

DOV T., Israel, 08-2007

a worthwhile visit to finish off the tour of the empire state building.

kenneth g., United Kingdom, 04-2007

You will regret it if you don't do it. Everyone must do it once in their life

Jacqueline I., United Kingdom, 03-2007

            

Prices

NY SKYRIDE & Empire State Observatory Combo
New York SKYRIDE 10:00am -10:00pm 365 Days
Observatory on 86th floor: 365 Days: 8:00am to 2:00am

Duration:
SkyRide: 25 Minute Show
Observation Deck: At your leisure

Regular PriceDiscountInternet Price
Adult (18-61)$45.00$45.00
Senior(62+)$37.00$37.00
Youth(12-17)$37.00$37.00
Child(6-11)$19.00$19.00

Children ages 4 years and under and expectant mothers may not ride the NY Skyride. Children must be at least 36" tall.

You may redeem this ticket up to one year after purchase.

            

Other Info

Scheduled Dates and Times:

New York Skyride: 365 Days, Open Christmas and New Years. New York Skyride may close early when the building closes early.

Empire State Building:

Daily including - 365 Days a Year - 8:00AM to 2:00AM Last Elevator Goes up at 1:15AM

Holiday Hours: (Normal hours of operation on 12/25 and 01/01)

Christmas Eve: 8:00am - 8:00pm Last Elevators go up at 7:15 PM.

New Years Eve: 8:00am - 8:00pm Last Elevators go up at 7:15PM.

New York Skyride and Empire State Building Observatory Tour Tickets©2006 NYSkyride

Directions:

Detailed directions and public transportation will be described on your confirmation voucher OR take advantage of the Double Decker Loop that makes a stop at the Empire State Building.

Procedures on visiting the Observatory with a NYSKYRIDE COMBO TICKET:

  • IMPORTANT: You must exchange your SKYRIDE COMBO Voucher for the Observation Deck Admit Tickets at the NY SKYRIDE ticket desk NOT at the Empire State Building Box Office. We HIGHLY recommend doing the NY SKYRIDE first.

  • Entrance to the NY SKYRIDE is NOT through the main entrance on Fifth Avenue but rather on the 33rd Street side of the building by the Post Office. NYSKYRIDE has their own entrance and Box office

  • FOR COMBO NYSKYRIDE / OBSERVATION DECK TICKET HOLDER: After going to NY SKYRIDE , proceed straight ahead through the doorway to join the existing Observatory wait line.

  • Remote-controlled elevators will take 16 people at a time to the 80th Floor.

  • An Observatory employee will direct tourists off the elevator on the 80th floor and proceed towards the Tower Elevator to the 86th Floor Observatory, (sometimes when conditions permit, there is an option to walk up or down the stairs between the 80th floor and the 86th Floor Observatory).

  • Arrive at the Observatory and enjoy the magnificent view!

  • There are Indoor and Outdoor viewing areas.

  • Restrooms are available within the Observatory including handicapped facilities.

  • No time limit on stay.

Empire State Building Security Checks and Entry Information:

Everyone must go through the security check when entering the building. The security check is similar to what you encounter at most airports and consists of a walk-through scanner and baggage check system. Cameras and camcorders are allowed but no tripods. ONLY carry-on size & style bags, suitcases, backpacks, duffle bags, luggage, etc. are permitted. We do not have a coat check, package or baggage check or holding area, so please do not attempt to bring non-carry-on style luggage to the Observatory. Once you leave the building, you must pass through the security check to re-enter. Note: There are no storage facilities on site, so please be prepared to carry everything with you during your visit to the building.

Empire State Building reserves the right to close the Observatory early on very busy days. There may also be long wait lines to get into the building during busy tourist times. Tickets are non-refundable. No refunds due to weather conditions, length of lines, or wait times at the building.

NOTICE - To All Skyride Passengers: The you are about to experience a virtual motion experience. Passengers with heart condtions , nervous disorders, motion-sickness, back or neck problems, or other physical limitations including pregnancy, whihc could be aggravated by the experience should not participate in the rdie portion of this attraction.

  • Some audio portions of this program are played at higher volume.

  • Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Children under 4 years or under 36" and will not be admited on the NY SKYRIDE...

  • Maximum weight limit is 300 lbs. per person.

  • No photography allowed.

  • Management reserves the right to refuse admission to any person.

            

Booking Information

New York Skyride and Empire State Building Observatory Tour Tickets©2006 NYSkyride

Payment:

Your credit card will be charged the total amount of products and services selected at time of booking. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover Cards.

Confirmation & Travel Voucher

For every confirmed booking you will receive an immediate confirmation e-mail with a link to your E-Ticket Voucher. Print vouchers on your home/ office printer and present SIGNED E-Ticket voucher at the Box Office. Only one voucher will be created per tour or activity for all travelers. This tour may be booked the day of your travel date.

Cancellation and No Show Policy

Once purchased tickets cannnot be cancelled. No refunds are available.

Meals, Gratuities and Souvenirs are not included.

NY Skyride and TourCorp Inc. assume no responsibility for delays caused by accidents, breakdown, bad conditions of roads, trails, bays, ocean, harbors, and any other conditions beyond control, in addition to insufficient numbers of passengers. Not responsible for loss or damage to property.

For TourCorp terms, conditions and F.A.Q. please follow this link

            

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