SKY-HIGH VIEWS

SKY-HIGH VIEWS Elevate your sightseeing experience in New York City

By Heather Turk

Visitors hoping to get a bird’s-eye view of the Big Apple during their trip to New York City will find several vantage points overlooking one of the most famous cities in the world.

One of the best places to take in the scenic views is the Empire State Building. Guests will be ushered through a series of exhibits on “The World’s Most Famous Building” and New York City before reaching one of two observation decks. The 86th Floor Observatory not only provides an open-air, 360-degree view of New York from 1,050 feet in the air, but also views of five nearby states on clear days. For an even more impressive vantage point, the reimagined 102nd Floor Observatory stands 1,250 feet tall and features a 360-degree view that stretches up to 80 miles into the distance through floor-to-ceiling windows. esbnyc.com

For those who want the Empire State Building in their skyline photos, Top of the Rock offers unobstructed 360-degree views of New York City all the way to the Brooklyn Bridge and the Statue of Liberty. Visitors will learn about the planning and creation of Rockefeller Center before boarding a minutelong elevator ride that takes them to the 67th floor of 30 Rockefeller Plaza. Guests can then continue to the 70th floor, open-air roof deck located 872 feet above ground, which has no glass or metal enclosures so visitors can take the perfect picture. topoftherocknyc.com

One World Observatory boasts spectacular 360-degree views of the city and its surrounding waters as well, including Ellis Island. As visitors travel to the top of the indoor observatory, they’ll enjoy various multimedia experiences that highlight the evolution, history and vibrancy of New York City. Once guests are 1,250 feet in the air, they’ll be able to see up to 45 miles in every direction. oneworldobservatory.com

The breathtaking view from One World Observatory

Take in New York City’s sights from inside One World Observatory

Capture the perfect selfie at Top of the Rock

The Empire State Building’s 102nd Floor Observatory was recently updated as part of a $165 million reimagination