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About Empire State Building

The Empire State Building is more than an iconic skyline silhouette—it's a versatile venue with immersive experiences across its observatories. Guests access the 80th Floor Observatory Experience, the 86th Floor outdoor viewing, and the 102nd Floor indoor observatory for breathtaking views of New York City. Whether you're planning a special event on the 80th-floor observatory or visiting as a guest, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining options.

Public visitors enter through the observatory entrance at 20 West 34th Street, while the building’s main lobby is located at 350 Fifth Avenue. For events on the 80th-floor observatory, capacity ranges from a minimum of 131 seated to a maximum of 175 standing per the listings. The venue also hosts notable runs and partnerships, including the annual Empire State Building Run-Up and rotating exhibits on the Observatory floors.

Planning your visit or event at the Empire State Building? You’ll find reliable transit options, nearby parking, and hand-picked partner recommendations for hotels and restaurants to complement your experience. Remember, accessibility to multiple floors and open-air and indoor viewpoints makes this venue a standout for meetings, private events, or a memorable day in Midtown Manhattan.

  • 80th Floor Observatory Experience supports 131–175 people depending on setup (seated vs. standing).
  • Parking: No on-site parking. Closest option is a garage on 33rd Street between Fifth Avenue and Broadway.
  • Transit: Subway access via 34th Street–Penn Station (1, 2, 3) or 34th Street–Herald Square (B, D, F, M, N, Q, R, W). Grand Central is about a 10-minute walk.
  • Nearby hotels: The Hotel @ Fifth Avenue (two blocks away) and Bryant Park Hotel (near Bryant Park) are convenient options for guests.
  • Dining and partnerships: We highlight affiliate hotel and restaurant partners to help you plan a seamless visit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Observatories and exhibits: 80th Floor Observatory Experience (exhibits), 86th Floor outdoor viewing, and 102nd Floor indoor observatory.
  • Entrances: public visitors enter through the observatory entrance at 20 West 34th Street; the building's main lobby is at 350 Fifth Avenue.
  • Capacity for events on the 80th-floor observatory: minimum 131 (seated) to a maximum 175 (standing) per event listings.
  • Parking: ESB does not offer on-site parking; the nearest garage is on 33rd Street between Fifth Avenue and Broadway.
  • Transit: Subway access via 34th Street–Penn Station (1,2,3) or 34th Street–Herald Square (B,D,F,M,N,Q,R,W); Grand Central is about a 10-minute walk.
  • Nearby hotels (examples): The Hotel @ Fifth Avenue (two-block walk) and Bryant Park Hotel (near Bryant Park) for convenient lodging near the ESB.
  • Notable events: annual Empire State Building Run-Up (1,576 steps to the 86th Floor), plus special exhibits and partnerships on the Observatory floors.