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NY SKYRIDEThe Empire State Building Observatory:
Paris has the Eiffel Tower, NY has the Empire State Building. No other landmark identifies the Big Apple more! The view is spectacular from the 86th floor glass-enclosed pavilion or open air promenade that has been rated by many as Manhattan’s #1 tourist attraction.

NY SKYRIDE: Located on the 2nd floor of the Empire State Building, the NY SKYRIDE is New York’s only virtual tour simulator and a unique introduction to the city. Experience an exciting IMAX® style adventure story combining high definition digital technology, moving platforms and seats, and an 18 foot high screen!

Discount Package Includes: Up to 32% Savings

Hours: daily 8 AM - 2 AM (elevators are continuous, last elevator at 1:15 AM); 212-786-3100

  • LIRR Off-Peak Round-Trip rail fare
  • Admission to NY SKYRIDE

Hours: daily 8 AM - 10 PM 365 days-a-year

Adults: $51
Children (5-11): $19.50
Children must be 36" or taller to participate on the NY SKYRIDE.

Seniors 65+ should check current regular admission and rail fare and compare with adult package price.

*Admission Ticket
Your LIRR discount package ticket includes an admission ticket that reads: "EMP/SKY." Turn in this portion of the ticket at the NY SKYRIDE Ticket Office to receive two individual admission tickets to the attractions.

NY SKYRIDE is independently owned and operated and is not affiliated with the owner of the Empire State Building or Observatory.

Getting There:

*Proceed to NY SKYRIDE first to exchange voucher for admission tickets:

Address: Empire State Building, 2nd floor 350, Fifth Avenue at 34th Street; 212-736-3100.

Walking: From Penn Station 34th Street Entrance, walk three blocks east on 34th Street. Use 5th Avenue entrance of the Empire State Building and take the escalator next to Post Office to the 2nd floor. The Empire State Building Observatory is on the 86th floor.

For Travel information, see schedules or call 511and say "LIRR".

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