Not ridiculously over-priced, but something I think everyone should experience once if they are visiting New York. The Skyride simulator was a good touch to the experience and gives you a chance to think about visiting other sights you may not have thought about before your trip.

What can I say you just have to visit such an iconic building!! Went went right to the top - this was amazing!! Hard to believe the guys who built this had very little safety equipment!! Scary thought!!

This iconic landmark in New York is everything that you expect it to be.The lifts that take you to the viewing areas are fast and frequent and the staff are well organised so there was no pushing and shoving .The views are brilliant even at night which is when we visited as we'd done Top of the Rock during the... More

When you visit New York, do not forget to visit Empire State Building at least once for your life. If you like art deco architectonical style, you will be thrilled by beauty of building itself. Of course, the view from observation deck is spectacular. Observation deck can be a little bit overcrowded but you will find your spot without troubles.... More

Do what we did and get the NY Pass... 80 attractions that are free and it pretty much pays for itself. Otherwise it will cost you an arm and leg. We only went to the 86th Floor and that was more than enough. The views are fantastic and the history of the Empire State Building is very interesting.

My 17 year old son had never visited NYC and expressed a desire to do so. So, I booked a hotel and began to plan our weekend. The Empire State bldg. was at the top of his list of places he wanted to visit. What we hadn't anticipated was taking the trip to NYC with him on crutches due to... More

Wonderful experience Much better than I expected - loved the whole experience From the staff dressed in the older style uniforms to the breathtaking amazing views over New York - Wonderful

This was something I will never forget ! What a view it was incredible. Sure lots of people, cost a bit blah blah - hey this is New York get over it !! The view and the history - was easy to get up and I had ages to look out - pics I took are priceless (tome !) was... More

Even the building is fantastic! Great photo taken there of me and my 2 daughters celebrating my 60th birthday. Hardly any delays and a good gift shop too!