Empire State Building NYC Tour, Pre-booked Tickets, Transfer, New York City

About this activity

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:

2-hour: ESB's Main Deck (No Transport)

Skip the line at the ticket office and enjoy the views from the 86th-floor main deck of the Empire State Building. See also Madison Ave, Flatiron Building, Fifth Avenue.

3.5-hour: ESB’s Main Deck & Transport

Book a 1,5-hour round-trip transfer and a 2-hour tour. Skip the line at the ticket office and enjoy the views from the 86th-floor main deck of the Empire State Building.

3-hour: ESB’s Main Deck & Top Deck (No Transport)

Skip the line at the ticket office and enjoy the view from the 86th- and 102nd-floor (top & main deck) of the Empire State Building. See Madison Ave, Flatiron Building, 5th Avenue.

4.5-hour: ESB’s Main Deck, Top Deck & Transport

Book a 1,5-hour round-trip transfer and a 3-hour tour. Skip the line at the ticket office and enjoy the views from the 86th- and 102nd-floor of the Empire State Building.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours – 4 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: The Best Private Guided Tours in NYC

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tickets to the 86th-floor main deck of the ESB, no line at the ticket office (all options)
Included: Private Guided Tour of the Empire State Building and Madison Ave
Included: -(3 and 4.5-hour options only)
Included: Round-trip transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (3.5 and 4.5-hour options only)
Included: -(number of attractions depends on the selected option)
Included: Tickets to the 102nd-floor top deck of the ESB, no line at the ticket office
Included: 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice

Not included

Not included: Tickets to the 102nd-floor top deck of the ESB, no line at the ticket office (in 2 and 3,5H options)
Not included: Round-trip transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (in 2 and 3-hour options)

Itinerary

Stop 1

10 min

Meet your guide in front of The New York EDITION, 5 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10010, United States. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Madison Avenue

1 h 30 min

Start at Madison Ave, a bustling hub of shopping and advertising, and take a stroll through Madison Square Park. Admire the historic Flatiron Building and walk down the world-famous 5th Avenue while learning about New York’s most famous skyscrapers
Empire State Building

2 hours Admission included

At the Empire State, skip the ticket line and head straight to security and the elevators—one of the biggest advantages of pre-booking your visit. The main deck offers both open-air and enclosed viewing areas, giving you a spectacular view of NYC landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, and Brooklyn Bridge, no matter the weather. To extend your experience - visit both the 86th-floor main deck and the exclusive 102nd-floor top deck of the Empire State Building. The top deck, located on the 102nd floor, offers unparalleled, panoramic views of Manhattan.
New York City

50 min

A private transfer, including pickup and drop-off at your NYC accommodation. Navigating NYC’s public transport can be overwhelming, and taxis are unreliable during rush hour. A private transfer ensures a smooth, stress-free journey in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of The New York EDITION, 5 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10010, United States. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.

End point

Meet your guide in front of The New York EDITION, 5 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10010, United States. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.

Pickup points

The Leon Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott New York World Trade Center Area
AC Hotel New York Downtown
New York Marriott Downtown
Hotel Indigo Nyc Downtown - Wall Street By IHG
Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown
Gild Hall, A Thompson Hotel, by Hyatt
Tempo By Hilton New York Times Square
The Cloud One Hotel New York-downtown
Artezen Hotel
Hotel Mulberry

and 45 more pickup points

Using your ticket

Information for the customer (Know before you go)

Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
The itinerary and ticket type depend on the selected option.
Our pre-booked Empire State Building tickets include timed admission. You’ll skip the ticket office line but not security checks or elevators. Wait times may range from 30 minutes to 1 hour. For faster entry, consider our Express Pass Private Tour.
To ensure a great experience, we limit groups to 25 guests per guide. For larger groups, we can arrange additional guides at a higher price.
The 3- and 5-hour options include an estimated 1-hour round-trip transfer, though actual time may vary with traffic.
Private transfers are arranged in a standard car for 1-3 people and a van for 4+ guests. If you need a larger vehicle, book for four people.
Have a special request? Contact Rosotravel’s customer support—we’re happy to assist!
We strive to accommodate guests with disabilities. Please let us know in advance

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
The itinerary and ticket type depend on the selected option.
Our pre-booked Empire State Building tickets include timed admission. You’ll skip the ticket office line but not security checks or elevators. Wait times may range from 30 minutes to 1 hour. For faster entry, consider our Express Pass Private Tour.
To ensure a great experience, we limit groups to 25 guests per guide. For larger groups, we can arrange additional guides at a higher price.
The 3- and 5-hour options include an estimated 1-hour round-trip transfer, though actual time may vary with traffic.
Private transfers are arranged in a standard car for 1-3 people and a van for 4+ guests. If you need a larger vehicle, book for four people.
Have a special request? Contact Rosotravel’s customer support—we’re happy to assist!
We strive to accommodate guests with disabilities. Please let us know in advance

Options

2H: ESB's MainDeck-NoTransport

Duration: 2 hours: Skip the line at the ticket office and enjoy the views from the 86th-floor main deck of the Empire State Building.

,: See also Madison Ave, Flatiron Building, Fifth Avenue.

Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - USNY041 .
3H:ESB’sMainDeck&TopDeck-NoTra

Duration: 3 hours: Skip the line at the ticket office and enjoy the view from the 86th- and 102nd-floor (top & main deck) of the.

,: Empire State Building. See Madison Ave, Flatiron Building, 5th Avenue.

Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - USNY041.
3,5H: ESB’s MainDeck&Transport

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes: Book a 1,5-hour round-trip transfer and a 2-hour tour. Skip the line at the ticket office and enjoy the views from the.

,: 86th-floor main deck of the Empire State Building.

Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - USNY041.

Pickup included
4,5H:ESB’sMainDeck,TopDeck&Tra

Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes: Book a 1,5-hour round-trip transfer and a 3-hour tour. Skip the line at the ticket office and enjoy the views from the.

,: 86th- and 102nd-floor of the Empire State Building.

Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - USNY041.

Pickup included