Top of the Rock New York Ticket Prices

When planning your trip to New York, you're sure to want to visit the iconic Top of the Rock, but do you already have your tickets? Do you know how much they cost and if there are any discounts?

If this small but vital step is all that's stopping you from reaching the heights of Manhattan, don't worry, because in this post we'll look at the price of tickets to the Top of the Rock so you can calculate your budget.

If you've always dreamed of going up to the Top of the Rock, from €40 at Hellotickets you can get a skip-the-line ticket to the observation deck, which includes access to the Channel Gardens at Rockefeller Center and the General Electric Building, a beautiful Art Deco building that will not leave you indifferent. You won't be able to stop taking photos of everything you see!

What's more, this ticket can be cancelled, which is an advantage when planning your trip as it gives you greater flexibility to make your plans for the Big Apple. Something that always comes in handy.

What this ticket includes

Starting at around €178, if you want to treat yourself during your visit to Top of the Rock, Hellotickets offers several premium ticket options that provide exclusive experiences. Take note!

1. Price of VIP ticket with special experience

For around €189, with the Top of the Rock VIP ticket with The Beam Experience, you'll enjoy fast access, priority entry to the lift, the chance to recreate the legendary photo of the workers on the beam, and the SkyLift experience, which raises your visit 10 metres higher. It also includes a champagne toast, a photo pass, and a 20% discount at the gift shop.

2. Price of VIP ticket with private tour

For around €379, with the Top of the Rock VIP ticket with private guided tour, you can enjoy the most complete visit: a 45-minute private tour with an expert guide, priority access to the observatory and exclusive lifts, as well as access to the VIP lounge and a souvenir photo package.

What's included in premium tickets to Top of the Rock

You can also purchase tickets to the Top of the Rock observation deck at the ticket office of the tourist attraction, which is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day of the week on 50th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues in the Concourse and at the NBC marquee.

Ticket prices at the box office:

If you choose this option, you will most likely have to wait in long queues as it is a popular tourist attraction, and you run the risk of not being able to book the time slot you want due to lack of availability. Therefore, I recommend that you simplify the process and save time by purchasing your tickets online.

Children under 6 years old get in free, while children over 6 need their own ticket to access Top of the Rock.

If you're looking to save a little on your budget, don't worry, because there are reduced rates on tickets for children aged 6 to 12, starting at €31. I recommend taking a look because you might be interested!

Plus, with the money you save, you can buy the kids a little gift at the Top of the Rock souvenir shop, which is sure to make them very happy and leave the Rockefeller Centre with a smile from ear to ear.

Visitors to Top of the Rock can benefit from reduced rates that apply to certain age groups, such as those over 62 and children aged 6 to 12.

With these small discounts on tickets, you're sure to save money on your family trip to New York and can spend that money on other activities in the city, such as visiting Madame Tussauds New York or going to a baseball game. There's so much to see that it will be hard to choose!

Starting at €65, you can find options that include a visit to Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Centre if you are thinking of getting a tourist card to make the most of your stay in New York and see Top of the Rock.

When entering this observation deck with a pass that includes it, you will need to present your tourist pass at the ticket office to exchange it for a voucher that will allow you to access the observation deck at the next available time, or you can choose a date and time for another day if that suits you better.

If you want to know more about New York tourist passes, I recommend reading the post comparing New York tourist cards, where you will find more detailed information.

We compare the prices of all tourist passes that allow access to the Top of the Rock at a glance in the table

You can get there by walking through Midtown, which won't cost you anything. However, if you are in another area of New York and have to travel there by bus or underground, a single ticket costs $2.75 (≈ €2.37) for both.

However, there are other alternatives to the ones already mentioned for getting to the Top of the Rock. I recommend reading the post How to get to the Top of The Rock, where I discuss each of them in detail. Don't miss it!