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Take in 360-degree views of New York from the One World Observatory at the top of the 1,776-foot (about 541 m) One World Trade Center. Skip the ticket line and ride the LED-lined Sky Pod elevators to the top in about 60 seconds. Across the three observatory floors on Levels 100 to 102, gaze more than 50 miles into the distance. Special features such as the Sky Portal, which shows the streets below in real time, and City Pulse add to the experience.
Skip the ticket line
and ride the Sky Pod elevators
One World Trade Center, designed by architect David Childs, stands 1,776 feet (about 541 m) tall, matching the year of the Declaration of Independence. Skip the ticket-buying line and head straight to the elevator queue on the ground floor (you still need to wait for the elevators). On arrival, explore an exhibit on the history of the tower.
Inside the Sky Pod elevators, floor-to-ceiling LED screens show a time-lapse of New York's evolution from the 1500s to today, and you reach the top in about 60 seconds.
Take in 360-degree views from Level 100
Enjoy 360-degree views of New York from the three-story observatory on Levels 100 to 102. On a clear day, you can see more than 50 miles into the distance.
The Sky Portal, a circular platform, projects real-time footage of the streets below, giving the illusion of floating above the city. Special features such as City Pulse add to the experience.
Discover landmarks with augmented reality
The One World Explorer augmented reality experience gives you real-time information about the landmarks below. On the Sky Walk, video projections on the walls and floor make for an immersive experience.
※ Your timeslot may shift up to 30 minutes, depending on availability.
※ Priority access to the Sky Pod elevators is not included.
Meeting point :
One World Observatory ticketing counter
117 West St, New York, NY 10007
Meeting point guide:
Head to the observatory entrance of One World Trade Center on West Street. Open daily from 09:00 to 21:00.
One World Observatory, 117 West St, New York, NY 10007