When is the best time to visit Empire State Building?
It's at its best afternoons and evenings. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
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MuseumKoreatown
Empire State Building
- 4.7123k reviews
- $$$
The Empire State Building offers sweeping, iconic views of New York City from its historic Art Deco observation decks. Expect well-curated exhibits about the building's past, lively crowds, and spectacular photo opportunities—especially around sunset. Visit for panoramic sightseeing, architectural history, and unforgettable skyline photography.
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How much does Empire State Building cost?
Google lists its prices as $$$.
Where is Empire State Building?
20 W 34th St.,New York, NY 10001.
Right now · 4:15 pm
Why it fits right now
A great call right now.
This is its best hour in the next five days.
In its favour
- Hours not listed
- Best in the afternoon
Worth knowing
- Hours unknown: check before you go
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- Feels
- 51°
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- 6mph
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The next five days
Best time to go
Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.
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Before you go
Plan your visit
Hours
Hours aren't listed. Call or check the website before you go.
Where and how
- 1 Empire State Building
- 2 Food Gallery 32 · 2 min
- 3 Wildflower Spa · 2 min
- 4 The SPA Club · 2 min
- 5 ZZ Day Spa · 4 min
Good to know
- Price $$$
- Good for solo
- Good for small groups
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.7from 123k reviews
Known for
- Sightseeing
- Photography
- Sunset views
- Scenic views
- Historic landmarks
- Rooftop seating
The feel
- Historic
- Spacious
- Lively
- Tourists
- Couples
- Solo friendly
Around Koreatown
Nearby
Within about a 15-minute walk.
Food Gallery 32Food hall · 2 min walk
Good nowWildflower SpaWellness · 2 min walkThe SPA ClubWellness · 2 min walk
Good nowZZ Day SpaWellness · 4 min walk
On nearby
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Leave with a jacket.
JacketThe whole time