The Edge New York Ticket Price
The highest observation deck in the Western Hemisphere will be added to the list of must-sees in the Big Apple in 2020. I tell you everything you need to know about the price of tickets to the Edge so you can plan this experience.
Climbing to the terrace of The Edge, in the Hudson Yards neighborhood, is one of the attractions that I recommend you include in your New York travel budget. Booking date and time, access to these views has an approximate price of $45, quite affordable compared to their colleagues Top Of The Rock, One World Observatory and the legendary Empire State.
There are several types of tickets for The Edge that you can buy to know the latest signing of New York in terms of viewpoints. Here I tell you about the options so you can organize your budget and choose the one that suits you best.
How much does a standard ticket for The Edge cost?
You can get the cheapest tickets online from 45 euros. You have the great advantage of choosing the date and time that is most convenient for you to go up, always for the same price. You can also make changes and refunds if necessary.
What is included in this ticket
- Access to Level 100 with 360º views from the interior observatory.
- Access to the highest outdoor terrace in the Western Hemisphere.
- Access to the glass floor, where you will be able to see the sloping glass walls, the horizon passages and the East Point.
- Free digital souvenir photo
How much do premium tickets for the Edge cost?
If you want to complete the vertigo of this experience by treating yourself, there are more options to go up to the Edge. Take note!
1. General admission ticket with champagne glass included
For a slightly higher price, about 50 €, you can add a glass of champagne to your tour. You will have to choose date and time and you will not be able to make changes or refunds.
2. Premium Flex Pass ticket price (with flexible schedule)
Another option that you can find on the official website for about 80 €, is the premium ticket, which includes flexible hours for the visit in addition to the glass of champagne and a personalized photobook as a gift.
Note also that this option is also only for those over 21 years old and does not allow exchanges or refunds.
What's included in The Edge Premium tickets
- Indoor terrace on the 100th floor with 360º views of the city.
- Open-air terrace, the highest in the Western Hemisphere
- Walk on the glass floor, see the sloping glass walls, walk down the steps to the city skyline and view the East End
- A free digital souvenir photo
Extra costs you should be aware of
You should note that if you decide to buy your tickets through the official website of The Edge, the days considered high season and more crowded, cost 1.5€ more per ticket.
Watching the sunset from The Edge, also has an extra cost: going up at sunset will cost you almost 9 € more per person. You can check this article if you want to know more about the best time to go up to The Edge.
Are there any reduced prices, free tickets or discounts for The Edge?
Yes, The Edge offers discounted rates for certain groups:
- Children ages 6-11
- Seniors 62 and older
- New York City residents (the latter only if they purchase their tickets through the official website and present the corresponding documentation).
- If you are a student, unfortunately The Edge does not offer any discount, unless you live in New York.
- Children under the age of 5 are the only ones who do not pay admission.
Can I buy tickets at the box office and will they be cheaper?
You can buy tickets at the box office with an extra charge of approximately 1,5€ per ticket, so it is more advisable to buy tickets for The Edge online.
The Edge observatory ticket office is open 365 days a year from 8 am to midnight during high season and from 10 am to 10 pm regularly. You can buy your tickets right there, the ticket booths are on the fourth floor of the mall next to the gift store.
Please note that you will probably have to queue and there is a risk that there may not be availability at the time you want, so my advice is to save time and money by buying your tickets online.
Ceci's Traveller Tip
Please note that buying tickets at the box office has an extra cost. Buy them online to avoid this.
How much does it cost to visit The Edge with a Tourist Card?
Entry to The Edge is included in several of the city's tourist passes at no extra cost. This is a great option if you are spending several days in New York and don't want to miss anything. Tourist passes open the doors to many attractions, including the Edge, and usually include skip-the-line access.
If you are thinking of buying a New York Sightseeing Pass, you can read all the information about its price and operation here: New York Sightseeing Pass, Go New York, the New York C3 and the New York Pass. All of them include the entrance to the observatory.
Frequently asked questions about The Edge prices
I am traveling with children and want to visit The Edge, how much do tickets cost?
Children under 5 years of age do not pay admission. Children between 6 and 12 years old pay a reduced rate, about 32 €.
However, remember that depending on the day you go, if there are peak crowds you will have to pay a supplement of 1.5 € per ticket and if you want to see the New York sunset with the kids, they also have to pay an additional 9 €.
If I book in advance, are the tickets cheaper?
There is no special price for advance tickets. The price of the tickets is the same and increases if you choose a day considered high season or if you want to go at sunset time.
Also remember that the additional options that we want to add to the basic ticket, such as the champagne glass or the flexible pass, also always have the same price increase and do not vary by buying tickets in advance.
Ticket prices in high season and peak season days
If you decide to buy your tickets through the official Edge website or at the box office you should be aware that there are certain weeks, weekends and days of the year considered "peak" (peak). This means that there is a greater influx of people and therefore, the price is increased by 1.5 ¤ per ticket, even if you get them in advance.
You can check what are these peak periods on the official website of The Edge, but usually coincide with Christmas, New Year's Eve and summer vacations.
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