Where the concierge points people first
- Top of the Rock — On top of 30 Rockefeller Plaza. The one deck that puts the Empire State Building in front of you, with Central Park stretching north behind. (40.7590, -73.9794)
- Summit One Vanderbilt — Next to Grand Central, with mirrored rooms that double the skyline. More experience than view; go if you like the spectacle. (40.7528, -73.9785)
- Edge — An outdoor sky deck jutting from a Hudson Yards tower, with a glass floor section. The best view west over the Hudson. (40.7540, -74.0007)
- One World Observatory — At the top of One World Trade Center, the highest deck in the city. Views across the harbour and the Statue of Liberty. (40.7129, -74.0130)
- Staple Street Skybridge — A small old bridge between two buildings over a Tribeca alley. Free, photogenic, and a minute's detour if you are nearby. (40.7183, -74.0094)
The rest of the viewpoints in New York — every one we hold
- C Rock (40.8761, -73.9189)
- Free Public Stargazing (40.7406, -74.0081)
- Granite Prospect (40.7020, -73.9974)
- GWB View (40.8499, -73.9446)
- HBP 187 View (40.8509, -73.9269)
- Hudson Yards Vista Point (40.7556, -74.0056)
- Inspiration Point (40.8586, -73.9374)
- Kiesza - Hideaway (40.7231, -73.9586)
- Manhattan Bridge Viewpoint (40.7050, -73.9881)
- Northwest Overlook (40.7426, -74.0108)
- Old Pier 1 Piles (40.7009, -73.9967)
- Overlook (40.7230, -73.9594)
- Pier 32 (40.7249, -74.0119)
- Skate Circle (40.7731, -73.9725)
- Southeast Overlook (40.7416, -74.0103)
- Southwest Overlook (40.7418, -74.0113)
- Sylvan Terrace (40.8348, -73.9397)
- The Overlook (40.6696, -73.9643)
- West side highway access (40.7992, -73.9753)
Sunset slots cost more and go first
The big decks all use timed entry, and most charge a premium for the window around sunset because that is when everyone wants to be there. Choose a slot about 30 to 45 minutes before sunset to see day, dusk and city lights in one visit. On hazy summer afternoons the view can be poor; clear autumn and winter days are usually sharper.
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