Lower Manhattan deck
One World Observatory tickets
Floors 100 to 102, the SkyPod lifts and tours with the 9/11 Memorial: what to book and what it costs.
See our 4 picks
One World Observatory is on floors 100 to 102 of One World Trade Center. It is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. Plain tickets start from €27 on GetYourGuide, and at $39 on the official site.
Plan 45 minutes to an hour. The 9/11 Memorial is next door and free. GetYourGuide shows prices in your own currency.
Our 4 picks for One World Observatory
One plain ticket, two 9/11 Memorial tours with an observatory option, and a bus tour. All four have free cancellation.
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from €27 per person Our top pick 1.5 hours–1 day 4.6 (13,530) reviews on GetYourGuide
One World Observatory ticket
Skip the ticket line and ride the SkyPod to the 102nd floor. Options add priority lines, flexible entry or a guided tour. You still go through security.
Best for Most visitors
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from €26 per person 1.5–4.5 hours 4.7 (1,378) reviews on GetYourGuide
9/11 Memorial walk with personal stories
A local guide walks you around the memorial and tells personal stories. Options add the 9/11 Museum or the observatory. A private group is available.
Best for Visitors who want the history and the view
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from €25 per person 1.5–5 hours 4.7 (663) reviews on GetYourGuide
9/11 Memorial and Oculus walk
A guided walk past the pools, the Survivor Tree and St Paul's Chapel, then through the Oculus. The museum and the observatory are options. Groups are up to 20.
Best for Visitors on a budget
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from €106 per person 4 hours 5.0 (3) reviews on GetYourGuide
Half-day bus tour with observatory entry
A 4-hour guided tour on a closed-top bus with four photo stops. It ends with entry to the observatory. It meets at 822 8th Ave.
Best for Visitors who prefer to ride, not walk
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One World Observatory tickets compared
| Tour | From | Duration | Who it suits | Why we picked it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| One World Observatory ticket | €27 per person | 1.5 hours–1 day | Most visitors | The observatory sells this ticket itself, and it has 4.6 from 13,530 reviews. |
| 9/11 Memorial walk with personal stories | €26 per person | 1.5–4.5 hours | Visitors who want the history and the view | The most-reviewed memorial tour here, with 4.7 from 1,378 reviews. |
| 9/11 Memorial and Oculus walk | €25 per person | 1.5–5 hours | Visitors on a budget | From €25, with 4.7 from 663 reviews. |
| Half-day bus tour with observatory entry | €106 per person | 4 hours | Visitors who prefer to ride, not walk | The city and the view without much walking, rated 5.0, but few reviews so far (3). |
€27 per person1.5 hours–1 day 4.6 (13,530)
Details
- Who it suits
- Most visitors
- Why we picked it
- The observatory sells this ticket itself, and it has 4.6 from 13,530 reviews.
9/11 Memorial walk with personal stories
€26 per person1.5–4.5 hours 4.7 (1,378)
Details
- Who it suits
- Visitors who want the history and the view
- Why we picked it
- The most-reviewed memorial tour here, with 4.7 from 1,378 reviews.
€25 per person1.5–5 hours 4.7 (663)
Details
- Who it suits
- Visitors on a budget
- Why we picked it
- From €25, with 4.7 from 663 reviews.
Half-day bus tour with observatory entry
€106 per person4 hours 5.0 (3)
Details
- Who it suits
- Visitors who prefer to ride, not walk
- Why we picked it
- The city and the view without much walking, rated 5.0, but few reviews so far (3).
- Group size is stated for one tour only: 9/11 Memorial and Oculus walk, up to 20.
- None of the 4 includes hotel pickup: you meet on site.
- All 4 offer free cancellation.
- Group options: 9/11 Memorial walk with personal stories, private option.
- Prices and ratings as shown on GetYourGuide on 24 October 2026. Prices are "from" prices in euros and can change; the booking page shows the live price.
One World Observatory tickets and prices
The Standard ticket is enough for most people. The official site adds a $3.50 processing fee and tax. Official tickets are non-refundable and valid for the date and time shown.
The GetYourGuide ticket is sold by the observatory itself and shows free cancellation.
| Ticket | From |
|---|---|
| Standard | $39 |
| Combination | $49 |
| All-Inclusive | $59 |
| VIP Tour | $69 |
Discounts
A Family Pack gives 20% off four or more tickets. The Late Night Package gives 50% off visits after 8 pm. Groups of 10 to 50 get 10% off, and local residents have their own offer.
Opening hours
The observatory is open Monday to Sunday, 9 AM to 9 PM.
One World Trade Center: what you see from the top
You get a 360-degree view of the city. The ticket listing names the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge and the 9/11 Memorial. The SkyPod lifts take you to the 102nd floor in 47 seconds.
The observatory spans floors 100, 101 and 102. For a Midtown view with art rooms instead, compare SUMMIT One Vanderbilt.
Freedom Tower tours with the 9/11 Memorial
A memorial tour adds the story of 9/11 to the view. The observatory is an option you add.
- 9/11 Memorial walk with personal stories: meets at 185 Greenwich St. A private group is available.
- 9/11 Memorial and Oculus walk: meets at Warren St and Broadway. Groups are up to 20.
Where it is and what to bring
The address is 117 West Street, New York, NY 10007. The entrance is on the West Plaza, at the corner of West and Vesey Streets.
Every guest goes through security. Bags must be smaller than 25 x 17 x 9 inches. There are no lockers.
Booking tips for One World Observatory
Arrive on time
Late arrivals get in only if there is space. You may wait for the next open slot.
Mind the fee
The official site adds a $3.50 processing fee plus tax to each order.
Go late for less
The Late Night Package gives 50% off visits after 8 pm on the official site.
Leave big bags behind
Bags over 25 x 17 x 9 inches are not allowed, and there are no lockers. Food and drink are not allowed either.
One World Observatory: questions and answers
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