One Times Square Skywalk Observation Deck Tickets New York
- Duration1 hour
- Open onTimed entry; hours vary by season
- Meeting pointOne Times Square at 1475 Broadway, in the heart of Times Square
- Fair, honest prices
- Real people, not bots
- Confirm, then pay
- Secure payment
Overview
The One Times Square Skywalk is a 360-degree viewing deck on the 19th floor of the building famous for the New Year's Eve Ball Drop. Your ticket includes a ride in a glass lift, access to the wraparound deck, a glass walkway high above Times Square, the confetti wishing wall and a photo stop with the Centennial Ball. It is a self-guided visit of about 30 minutes, suited to couples, families and photographers, with no hotel pickup.
Highlights
- Glass lift ride up past the glowing Times Square billboards
- 360-degree wraparound viewing deck on the 19th floor
- Glass walkway high above Times Square
- Views toward Central Park, Midtown and the Hudson and East Rivers
- Confetti wishing wall and photo opportunity with the Centennial New Year's Eve Ball
- About 30 minutes, wheelchair-accessible
Full Description
One Times Square Skywalk tickets and location
One Times Square stands at the meeting point of Broadway and Seventh Avenue, between 42nd and 43rd Streets, in the middle of Times Square. Anyone searching for One Times Square Skywalk tickets or how to get to One Times Square will find it simple: it is beside the Times Square subway station and easy to spot from any direction.
The visit takes roughly thirty minutes, so it fits neatly before or after a Broadway show, dinner or a walk through Midtown. Choose your time slot when you book; the times shown in the booking panel change by date.
The 19th-floor Skywalk and glass walkway
The experience begins with a glass lift that rises past the brilliant screens and billboards of Times Square. At the top you step onto a 360-degree wraparound deck that opens the whole neighbourhood beneath you.
Walk the glass walkway to look straight down at the crowds and taxis. On a clear day the outlook stretches north toward Central Park, south toward Greenwich Village and across Midtown's skyline from the Hudson River to the East River, which makes this one of the most photographed observation decks in Manhattan.
The New Year's Eve Ball and the history of the building
One Times Square was completed in 1904 as the headquarters of The New York Times, and the newspaper's move is why the district took the name Times Square. The building later became the site of the New Year's Eve Ball Drop, watched by huge crowds every December 31.
Your ticket includes a photo stop with the Centennial New Year's Eve Ball and the confetti wishing wall. Please note that access up to the current Ball is not included, and views of the present Ball cannot be guaranteed. A souvenir crystal from the Ball is offered separately as an optional add-on.
Planning your visit: best time to go and what to know
Many people ask about the best time to visit the Skywalk. Late afternoon into evening is popular because you can watch daylight fade while the screens below grow brighter, and the deck is open rain or shine. Time slots vary by date, so check the panel for what is available.
Keep in mind the building rules: food, drinks, large bags and luggage are not allowed, and there is no cloakroom. Folding strollers are welcome, but they must be folded before entering. From the deck, Times Square, Bryant Park and the Theater District are all a short walk away.
Itinerary
- Arrive at the One Times Square entranceCheck in at your chosen time slot and pass through security.
- Glass lift rideGlide up past the Times Square billboards to the 19th floor in a glass lift.
- 360-degree Skywalk deckTake in views over Midtown, Central Park and both rivers at your own pace.
- Glass walkwayWalk the glass walkway 19 floors above Times Square for photos.
- Wishing wall and Centennial BallMake a wish on the confetti wall and pose beside the Centennial New Year's Eve Ball, about 30 minutes in total.
What's included
- Glass lift ride
- Access to the 360-degree Skywalk
- Glass walkway 19 floors above Times Square
- Confetti wishing wall
- Photo opportunity with the Centennial New Year's Eve Ball
Not included
- Access up to the current New Year's Eve Ball
- Souvenir crystal from the New Year's Eve Ball (optional add-on)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tips and personal expenses
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 3–11
- A short visit — about 1 hour
- Travellers who want a proven choice — rated 4.7/5 by past travellers
Not suitable for
- Travellers who need luggage storage, as there is no cloakroom
- Anyone carrying large bags, luggage or a non-folding stroller
- People expecting to see or climb up to the current New Year's Eve Ball, which is not included
- Guests looking for hotel pickup, which is not included
Meeting point
There is no hotel pickup with this ticket. Meet at the One Times Square building entrance in Times Square, Manhattan, at the time slot you choose. Full details are sent with your booking confirmation.
Important information
- Bring your booking confirmation on your phone or printed
- Not allowed: weapons or sharp objects, food and drinks, luggage or large bags, drones and non-folding strollers
- There is no cloakroom or luggage storage at the building
- Pushchairs must be folded before entering
- The deck is open rain or shine
- Views of the current New Year's Eve Ball cannot be guaranteed
- A souvenir crystal from the Ball is an optional add-on and not part of this ticket
- Adults are ages 6 and over; children ages 5 and younger have their own ticket type
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the One Times Square Skywalk ticket cost?
The price depends on the date and time slot. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each ticket type.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. This is an entry ticket. You meet at the One Times Square entrance in Times Square at your chosen time.
How long is the Skywalk visit?
About thirty minutes, including the lift ride, the deck, the glass walkway and photos.
What does the ticket include?
A glass lift ride, access to the 360-degree Skywalk, the glass walkway 19 floors above Times Square, the confetti wishing wall and a photo opportunity with the Centennial New Year's Eve Ball.
Can I see the current New Year's Eve Ball?
Access up to the current Ball is not included, and its visibility from the deck cannot be guaranteed.
Is the Skywalk suitable for children?
Yes. Children aged 5 and younger have their own ticket type, shown in the booking panel. Strollers must be folded.
What should I bring or avoid bringing?
Bring your confirmation and a camera or phone. Leave luggage, large bags, food, drinks and drones behind, as there is no cloakroom.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Often yes, subject to availability. Pick your date in the booking panel to see open time slots.
What is the difference between the options?
This page offers one option: the One Times Square Skywalk 360-degree viewing deck ticket for your chosen time slot.
Is the One Times Square Skywalk worth visiting?
It is a good choice if you want a quick, central viewpoint with a glass lift, a glass walkway and a link to the New Year's Eve tradition, without a long queue-heavy visit.
More in New York
Getting to & around New York
Popular across United States
-
-
-
-
-
-
