MTA Metro-North Railroad Getaways

One Renowned Building...Two Great Attractions!

THE 34TH STREET ADVENTURE

Through December 31, 2009

Seven days a week

Brochure for the 34th Street Adventure NY SKYRIDE*
If you want a "true" New York experience, there's no better place to go than the 34th Street Adventure. Movie, motion, sights...you get it all with the NY SKYRIDE.

The NY SKYRIDE is New York's only virtual tour simulator, and a unique introduction to the Big Apple. Experience an exciting adventure story combining digital technology, moving platforms and seats, and an 18-foot high screen!

You'll be guided by actor Kevin Bacon as you "lift off" from atop the Empire State Building, soar through the Manhattan skyline, rise above Yankee Stadium, glide past the Brooklyn Bridge, and even ride the Coney Island Cyclone� all while remaining on the second floor of the Empire State Building!

NY SKYRIDE is located on the 2nd floor of the Empire State Building (350 Fifth Avenue), and runs continuously, every 12 to 15 minutes from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week. For more information, call 888-SKY-RIDE (888-759-7433), or visit www.nyskyride.com.

Children must be at least 36 inches tall to ride the New York Skyride.

The Observatory*
The special "Fast Track" ticket takes you straight to the top after the NY SKYRIDE! The Empire State Building Observatory provides awe-inspiring day views and spectacular night views high above the bustling streets of Manhattan. Elevators to the Observatory on the 86th floor run continuously, seven days a week, from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. (Periodically the building is open later; please check for current schedules). For more information, call 212-736-3100; or visit www.esbnyc.com.

Your first stop is the NY SKYRIDE ticket window. Convenient access is provided by the escalator on the 33rd Street side of the building, next to the US Post Office. Once at the ticket window, present the portion of your special event ticket that reads "34 ADVENT." You will receive admission tickets for both the NY SKYRIDE and the Empire State Building Observatory.

*NY SKYRIDE and the Empire State Building Observatory are independently owned and operated. .

Discount Package Includes

Applicable discount round-trip rail fare (save an additional 5 percent on rail fare when you purchase this package through WebTicket).
Discount admission to both sites: Adults, $37; Seniors/youths 12-17, $29; Children 6 - 11, $19; Children under 6, FREE.

Admission price is in addition to rail fare.

Travel Information from Grand Central Terminal:

Address: Empire State Building, 350 Fifth Avenue at 34th Street, 2nd Floor.

Walking: Exit Grand Central Terminal on 42nd Street. Walk west until you reach Fifth Avenue. Proceed south on Fifth Avenue (street numbers will be decreasing) until you reach 33rd Street. Turn right, and proceed to the second entrance of the building by the Post Office.

Bus: Take the southbound M2, M3, M4, M5, or Q32 on Fifth Avenue at 42nd Street to the 34th Street stop. Turn right on 33rd Street, and proceed to the second entrance of the building by the Post Office

Subway: Take the downtown 6 train from Grand Central to 33rd Street. Walk west on 33rd Street to Fifth Avenue to the Empire State Building. Enter the side entrance by the U.S. Post Office.

Be sure to print an ITINERARY. It contains important information about your package. At the ticket office, ask the ticket agent for a copy. When purchasing online through WebTicket you will automatically be linked to one.

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Call 24 hours a day, seven days a week for more information on any package, call 212-532-4900.