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New York Top of the Rock & The Beam Admission

TourTruth score 5.8 out of 10

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35 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • New York City
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Take in 360-degree New York City views from Top of the Rock, then ride The Beam for a thrilling turn above the skyline.

About this tour

See New York City from above at Top of the Rock, where three indoor and outdoor observation floors open onto sweeping 360-degree skyline views. From 70 floors up, look toward Central Park, the Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, and all five boroughs.

Your admission includes the welcome gallery, an interactive film experience, and access to The Beam. Inspired by the famous 1932 photograph of ironworkers lunching high above the city, this attraction lifts riders 12 feet and turns them 180 degrees for a fresh perspective on the skyline. The observation decks offer views in every direction, with terraces facing north, south, east, and west.

Top of the Rock is wheelchair accessible, with elevators and accessible restrooms; wheelchairs cannot be used on The Beam. Children under 52 inches must meet the minimum height of 42 inches and ride with an adult. Make time for New York’s iconic views and experience Top of the Rock and The Beam from a whole new angle.

Highlights

  • Admire 360-degree views of New York City from three observation decks
  • Ride The Beam Experience for a 180-degree turn above the city
  • Spot Central Park, the Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge, and the Statue of Liberty
  • Explore the welcome gallery and interactive film experience

What's included

Included

  • Welcome gallery
  • Access to The Beam Experience
  • Interactive Film Experience
  • Access to the three-floor Top of the Rock observation deck

Not included

  • SKYLIFT
  • Food and beverages, available for purchase at The Weather Room
  • Photo Pass, available for purchase on site

Ratings on each provider

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Important information

  • Children 5 and under enter free
  • Guests must be at least 52 inches (132 cm) tall to ride The Beam alone
  • Guests under 52 inches (132 cm) must be at least 42 inches (107 cm) tall and accompanied by an adult to ride The Beam
  • Wheelchairs are not permitted on The Beam Experience
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  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible; elevators and wheelchair-accessible restrooms are available
  • Strollers are permitted but must be collapsible
  • Service animals are allowed
  • No outside food or beverages, tripods, or weapons
  • Wear layers and stable footwear for the outdoor decks

Frequently asked questions

What does admission include?

Admission includes the welcome gallery, interactive film experience, The Beam Experience, and access to the three-floor observation deck.

How tall must guests be to ride the Beam?

Guests must be at least 52 inches (132 cm) tall to ride alone. Guests who are at least 42 inches (107 cm) but under 52 inches must ride with an adult.

Is the Beam wheelchair accessible?

The observation areas are wheelchair accessible, but wheelchairs are not permitted on The Beam Experience.

Are children admitted free?

Children 5 and under are admitted free.

Can I bring food, drinks, or a tripod?

Outside food and beverages, tripods, and weapons are not permitted.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.29 from 35 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in New York City
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 5.8.

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