While not as high as the one in the Empire State Building or One World Observatory, Top of the Rock gives them a run for the money with its own striking views (you have a much better vista of Central Park from here, a grand bumpy green blanket laid at your feet). Like One World it uses timed tickets, which eliminate the painful waits that can sour the experience at the Empire State Building. The Rock re-creates very closely the cruise-ship-themed look of the deck from the 1930s, when it was first constructed.
New York City› Attraction
Top of the Rock
30 Rockefeller Plaza (entrance on 50th Street), between 5th and 6th Avenues
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Hours
Daily 8am–Midnight
Transportation
Subway B, D, F to Rockefeller Center
Phone
212/332-6868
Prices
Basic tickets with tax $42 adults, $39 seniors, $35 ages 6−12, see website for other combo packages
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Top of the Rock

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30 Rockefeller Plaza New York CityNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.