Looking for observation decks in New York? If you want to skip that helicopter or skyride, the following observation decks will come in handy during your exploration in (NYC) New York City.

Empire State Building
350 Fifth Avenue
(Between West 33rd & West 34th Street)
New York, NY 10018 video

If you ever wanted to have that “top of the world” feeling, the Empire State Building after dark, will be perfect for you. With closing at 2:00am, you have more that enough time to see the city that never sleeps.

Highbar NYC
251 West 48th Street,
(Between Eighth Avenue & Broadway)
New York, NY 10036 video

Do not worry that fall has started since this Highbar’s rooftop is heated. This mecca has rapidly become the favorite escape of the city’s top tastemakers, socialites, and celebrities and the sleek downstairs VIP lounge loft space adds to the revelry.

The Pod Hotel
230 East 51st Street
(Between Second & Third Avenue)
New York, NY 10022 video

Soak up the city from above on their beautiful rooftop garden. You can hang out on the rooftop during sunset on their comfy cushions. Take in the gorgeous view and have a cocktail while you’re at it with other guests!

The Statue of Liberty
Liberty Island
(Between New York & New Jersey)
New York, NY 10004 video

Spend US$15.00 (ferry plus crown access) for five (5) minutes seeing the views of beautiful Manhattan while visiting the Statue of Liberty from the crown area.

The View Restaurant & Lounge
1535 Broadway
(Between West 45th & West 46th Street)
New York, NY 10036 video

If you love the view from the Empire State Building, you are going to love The View Restaurant & Lounge. There are approximately forty (40) revolving restaurants in the United States and The View Restaurant & Lounge is the only revolving roof top restaurant in the State of New York.

Top of the Rock
30 Rockefeller Plaza
New York, NY 10112 video

Step on one of the glass ceiling sky shuttles for a thrilling ride to the Top. At the top, you will find three stories of spectacular views, including a stunning, open air, 360-degree view from the 70th Floor outdoor deck.

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* Chrysler Building
* Woolworth Building

Need more ideas? For other locations, be sure to see The Top of the Tower and the  New York Rooftop Restaurants Cafes and Bars page on RoofTopRestaurants.com.

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