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The world-famous 86th and 102nd floor Observatories offer unmatched views of New York City and on a clear day one can see to New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Delaware. 1,050 feet above the city’s bustling streets, the 86th floor Observatory offers panoramic views from within a glass-enclosed pavilion and from the surrounding open-air promenade. 200 feet higher, our 102nd floor Observatory is a private and serene perch in the middle of the greatest city in the world.
The Observatories have been a “must visit” for millions each year since it opened to the public in 1931. Each year approximately four million people are whisked to our 86th and 102nd floors, consistently one of New York City’s top tourist attractions. Visit the Observatories 365 days per year, day and night, rain or shine, for magnificent views of Manhattan and beyond.
The Empire State Building embodies the feeling and spirit of New York City. It is recognized not only as an iconic landmark offering some of the most spectacular views on earth, but also as an international symbol of shared hopes, dreams, and accomplishment.
Accessibility: The Empire State Building is fully ADA compliant. We have handicapped restrooms on the 86th Floor Observatory and also have lowered viewing walls and binoculars. Service dogs are allowed throughout the building. Motorized and non-motorized wheelchairs are permitted. The 86th Floor has ramps to make getting around easier and lowered viewing walls so that visitors in chairs can still take in the view.
Additional Options:
102nd Floor Observatory: Upgrade available at Observatory ticket office (2nd floor) or 86th floor kiosk.
Express Pass: Purchase exclusively from the official Empire State Building onsite ticket office on the day of arrival to move to the front the line.
Dining: State Grill and Bar offers a prix fixe dinner package to observatory guests with fresh locally sourced foods prepared in our glass enclosed kitchen and unique, local craft beers and cocktails. There are also two Starbucks, a café, Chipotle, Sushi-teria, and the budget minded Heartland Brewery.
Building Information
1,050 feet to the 86th floor Observatory
1,250 feet to the 102nd floor Observatory
1,453 feet, 8 9/16 inches to the tip of the broadcast tower
Broadcast tower adds 203 feet 8 9/16 inches
103 floors
1,872 steps to the 103rd floor
Sits on 79,288 square feet, approximately 2 acres
Weighs 365,000 tons
Volume is 37 million cubic feet
200,000 cubic feet of Indiana limestone & granite exterior cladding
An estimated ten million bricks were used in construction
730 tons of aluminum and stainless steel were used in construction
57,000 tons of steel were used in construction
Contains 473 miles of electrical wiring and 70 miles of pipe
6,514 windows
210 columns at the base support the entire weight of the building
Construction was completed in one year and 45 days
Seven million man-hours went into constructing the Empire State Building
Final cost of property and construction was $41 million
73 elevators
Five entrances
2.85 million rentable square feet
Madame Tussauds New York
There’s so much to see and do at Madame Tussauds, interact with, take pictures of and get up close and personal with over 220 life-like wax figures of celebrities, politicians & icons from the past and present. Experience the magic our of Cinema 4D theatre, that delivers 3D technology with the latest in 4D special effects! Scare yourself silly with the dark side of Madame Tussauds in SCREAM, our live-actor filled attraction and finally immerse yourself in the real essence of New York City in our newest exhibit, The Spirit of New York! Located in the heart of Times Square, no visit is complete until you’ve experienced the world famous Madame Tussauds.
The Spirit of New York – 2,000 square foot exhibit
Experience the Spirit of New York, our new interactive exhibit celebrating New York's greatest icons and unforgettable moments.
Immerse yourself in everything that is New York with a vibrant walk through the city's history along with iconic wax figures of yesterday and today. From classic movie scenes to moments that lifted spirits and shook history, a stop in NYC is not complete until you've experienced the world-famous Madame Tussauds. Stand along side Marilyn Monroe in a classic NY scene, ring the bell at the Stock Exchange, and reflect on the past at the 9/11 Memorial. Take a scenic stroll through Central Park, sit behind the wheel of a real NY cab or step on set of the "LIVE! with Regis & Kelly" show for your very own interview!
From the Brooklyn Bridge to Broadway, there is only one place in the city where you can experience so much of New York without ever leaving Times Square. Look no further, it's all at Madame Tussauds New York!?
Discover the city as you pedal along on one of our comfortable bikes with our friendly guide who will tell you about the historic details, the fascinating experiences of everyday life in the city and its iconic landmarks and sights on this easy-going route. Go on a relaxing cycle tour of Barcelona and visit unique cultural sights such as the Museu d’Art Contemporani, in the Raval neighbourhood, which has its own Rambla with its own unique inhabitant, Botero’s ‘Cat’. The guide will tell you some curious anecdotes about the neighbourhood and will then take you to the plaça Reial, the plaça Sant Jaume, the charming plaça de San Felipe Neri, the majestic Cathedral, the Roman walls and the plaça del Rei, among many other landmark sights. Next, you’ll head down to the seafront and beaches where you’ll be able to stop, time permitting. You’ll visit the old harbour, the Port Vell, the Barceloneta district, the Olympic Marina and, on the way back, you’ll cycle through the Parc de la Ciutadella and stop at the Sagrada Família. And during the hot summer nights you’ll also be able to go on one of our night-time tours! Exploring the city by bike is a wonderful way to experience Barcelona day or night.
We are excited to announce a new drop ride and show – Escape Alcatraz – has arrived at the San Francisco Dungeon ! The new ride creates a thrilling finale to the sixty-minute Dungeon experience, complete with fresh sets, script, characters, and costumes, culminates in a heart-pounding drop ride simulating a jump from the infamous island prison into the frigid and choppy waters of the San Francisco Bay. Escape Alcatraz is now included in all tickets. The Dungeons is the first for Merlin in the USA and Madame Tussauds is the fifth addition to the USA and a cornerstone on Merlin Entertainments roll out of new sites across the USA, Asia, Europe and Australasia. The San Francisco Dungeons is an experience that will inform and entertain, is scary but fun, that sees the funny side of horror and is grippingly captivating. Humour sets Dungeons apart with this actor-led live shows as it trawls through history and brings every visitor face-to-face with the chilling truth our past. Madame Tussauds is the ultimate celebrity fun day out, where else can you get up close and personal with A-List celebrities, sporting legends, political heavyweights and historical icons and relive the lives, events and moments that made the world talk about them. HALLOWEEN AT THE SAN FRANCISCO DUNGEON 2015 SCARE DATES ANNOUNCED OCTOBER 1ST – OCTOBER 31ST, 2015! Miss Piggott is returning to The Home of Halloween, The San Francisco Dungeon! Join Miss Piggott as you experience 200 years of history through 9 live actor shows. October heralds the return of Miss Piggott, a saloon owner who may or may not run a little shanghaiing business on the side. She's been away looking for some new girls for her saloon, but she's been hearing some news about this Jack fellow who's moving in on her turf and might be threatening her girls. She'll be scoping out the situation, so she might pop up for a night at a bar or two in the city, working the crowds and listening in for some of the latest gossip. She's planning to be back in the Dungeon by Halloween, right in time to chase Jack away, and ply her new customers with some more tricks and treats. The San Francisco Dungeon is the first attraction of its kind in North America and brings to life the stories of the old Bay Area with a full theatrical cast, special effects, gripping storytelling, and 360-degree sets. The San Francisco Dungeon is the ultimate live action journey through the Bay Area’s murky past where the audience is part of the show. ** No child or children under the age of 13 will be admitted to The San Francisco Dungeon unless accompanied and supervised by a paying adult aged 18 years or over.
Descubra las vistas neoyorquinas con Big Bus Tours. Nuestras 5 rutas turísticas en autobús son el mejor modo de descubrir los lugares de interés y atracciones de Nueva York, con comentarios que le guiarán a lo largo de los recorridos. Visite con total libertad desde nuestras más de 35 paradas en las que podrá subirse y bajarse las veces que lo desee, y que le acercarán a lugares imprescindibles como el Empire State Building, Times Square o el One World Trade Center, y muchos otros. Circuito Downtown (Ruta roja): Puede subirse al Circuito Downtown de Nueva York (Ruta roja) en cualquiera de las 17 paradas de nuestro tour turístico. Todos los autobuses cuentan con guías angloparlantes y comentarios grabados disponibles en 10 idiomas. Bájese en las paradas 16 y 17 para cambiar al Circuito Uptown (Ruta azul) y en la parada 12 para cambiar al Tour Brooklyn (Ruta verde). Primer autobús: 08:00 h de la parada no. 1 (W 42nd St & Broadway). Último autobús: 18:00 h de la parada no. 1 (W 42nd St & Broadway). Recorrido completo del circuito: 150 minutos (aprox.) Circuito Uptown (Ruta azul): Puede subirse al Circuito Uptown de Nueva York (Ruta azul) en cualquiera de las 17 paradas de nuestro tour turístico. Todos los autobuses cuentan con guías angloparlantes y comentarios grabados disponibles en 10 idiomas. Bájese en las parada 17 para cambiar al Circuito Downtown (Ruta roja) y en la parada 17 para cambiar al Tour nocturno (Ruta amarilla) Primer autobús: 09:00 h de la parada no. 18 (W 42nd St & 8th Ave). Último autobús: 18:00 h de la parada no. 1 (W 42nd St & Broadway). Recorrido completo del circuito: 150 minutos (aprox.) Circuito Midtown (Ruta violeta): Puede subir a nuestro Circuito Midtown desde 8 paradas distintas. Todos los autobuses ofrecen un guía en inglés y comentarios grabados disponibles en 10 idiomas. Bájese en las paradas 3, 15, 16 y 17 para cambiar al Circuito Midtown, en la parada 12 para el Tour Brooklyn y en la parada 17 para los Circuitos Uptown y Tour Nocturno. Primer autobús: 09:00 h de la parada no. 17 (M&Ms; World). Último autobús: 19:30 h de la parada no. 17 (M&Ms; World) Recorrido completo del circuito: 90 minutos (aprox.) Tour Brooklyn (Ruta verde): Puede subirse al Tour Brooklyn de Nueva York (Ruta verde) en las parada 12. Todos los autobuses cuentan con guías angloparlantes y comentarios grabados disponibles en 10 idiomas. Bájese en la parada 12 para cambiar al Circuito Downtown (Ruta roja). Primer autobús: 10:00 h de la parada no. 12 (Statue of Liberty/Battery Park). Último autobús: 15:00 h de la parada no. 12 (Statue of Liberty/Battery Park). Recorrido completo del circuito: 60 minutos. Tour nocturno (Ruta amarilla): Súbase a nuestro Tour nocturno en la parada núm. 17 para descubrir las mejores vistas de la Gran Manzana cuando cae la noche. Este tour dura dos horas y sale cada 30 minutos entre las 19:00 y las 21:00 h. Primer autobús: 19:00 h de la parada no. 17 (M&Ms; World). Último autobús: 21:00 h de la parada no. 17 (M&Ms; World). Recorrido completo del circuito: 2 horas. Tour Nocturno o Crucero Turístico: Elija entre dos grandes viajes.. Su billete le permite subir a un Tour Nocturno panorámico Big Bus o a un crucero de 1 hora que le muestra la Estatua de la Libertad, el puente de Brooklyn y vistas de Manhattan. Los Cruceros Turísticos Circle Line salen desde el muelle 83, West 42nd Street y 12th Avenue (en la parada Big Bus núm. 34). Se recomienda llegar 30 minutos antes de su hora de salida elegida. El horario de los cruceros es el siguiente: 10:30 h, 14:30 h y 16:30 h desde el 29 de abril al 29 de octubre, 10:00 h desde el 30 de octubre al 10 de marzo y 10:30 h desde el 11 de marzo al 28 de abril. Canjee su vale con cualquier empleado de Big Bus Tours antes de subir al crucero. Crucero Liberty Island o entrada al Empire State Building: Elija entre dos emocionantes opciones. Con su billete, puede disfrutar de un crucero hasta las islas Liberty y Ellis o visitar el Empire State Building. Términos y condiciones del crucero:Diríjase a cualquier agente de venta de billetes para canjear el vale antes de embarcar en el crucero. Reserve 30 minutos antes de embarcar para realizar el control de seguridad. Su billete incluye un viaje en ferry a las islas de Liberty y Ellis, así como una entrada al Museo de la Emigración de la Isla de Ellis, pero no le da
Click here for a complete list of current attractions included with the Chicago Explorer Pass Frequently Asked Questions Is this just a discount card? Will I still need to buy tickets? No. Passes include admission to each attraction; no need to pay anything at the gate. Some attractions may offer upgrades or special exhibits for an additional fee. Do I need to choose my attractions in advance? Nope, choose as you go. The pass is good for any combination of the number of attractions you purchased. My child is under 3 years old. Can I get them a Chicago Explorer Pass? Child Passes are recommended for children ages 3-12. Many attractions offer free admission for younger children. Please consult the attraction websites for more details. How will I get my pass? Delivered via E-mail: Printable and Smartphone Versions How do I activate my pass? Easy: simply visit your first attraction! Is the pass valid all day? You bet! Feel free to visit the attractions any time of the day as long as they are open or operating. What is your refund policy? Our Risk Free Guarantee gives you one year from your purchase date to return any non-activated passes for a full refund. How much will I save? Compare the price of the pass to the gate prices of the attractions you want to visit to see how much you can save. Many customers save 40%. We give you the flexibility to create your own itinerary and choose the attractions you want to visit depending on your interests. Can I visit an attraction more than once? No. Your pass includes only one visit per attraction. Does a Chicago Explorer Pass expire? Yes. You have one year from the date of purchase to begin using your pass. After one year, it will expire. After activated, you’ll have 30 days to use your pass. Do I need to make reservations to visit the attractions? Attractions that require a reservation will display a symbol on the guidebook page. Some attractions require a credit card to hold a reservation. In these cases, your credit card will not be charged unless you do not show up for your reservation. What’s the catch? There’s no catch. Chicago Explorer Pass has a partnership with all of the participating attractions to make your visit to Chicago as memorable as possible and to help you save time and money. Can I share my pass with a friend or sell it? No. The Chicago Explorer Pass is non-transferrable and may not be re-sold. What happens if an attraction is closed or a tour is cancelled due to weather or other problem? While we do our best to ensure that all attractions are available, events happen that are out of our control. The great thing about a Chicago Explorer Pass is that there are so many attractions to choose from. If an attraction is closed, or cannot be visited for some reason, we know you'll find a fun alternative in your guidebook! SHEDD AQUARIUM EXHIBITS AMPHIBIANS! Get ready for a toadally ribbiting experience! Shedd’s new special exhibit, Amphibians, included with admission. In Amphibians, you’ll meet 40 species of frogs, salamanders and rarely seen caecilians. Learn how amphibians’ lives are full of change, from their life cycles to their adaptations to live in nearly every environment on Earth. Find out how too much change can spell trouble for amphibians — and how you can help them cope with big changes in our world today! Waters of the World Travel the world in 80 habitats. Dive into Oceans, from coastal kelp forests to the seafloor. Explore the self-contained ecosystems of Islands and Lakes. Visit Rivers—big and small—and learn more about our local waters in the new At Home on the Great Lakes exhibit. Meet hundreds of amazing animals, from tiny mantella frogsto a a giant octopus, from a Grand Cayman blue iguana to Nile knifefish, and from moon jellies to sea stars. We even have map turtles, in case you get lost. Caribbean Reef Take a 360-degree tour of an underwater reef community. Follow a green sea turtle. Peek at a moray eel in a rocky crevice. Watch regal rays glide by. Get eye-to-eye with parrot fish and sharks. Visit Caribbean Reef, Shedd’s award-winning 90,000-gallon circular habitat in the grand rotunda. Amazon Rising Take an exotic journey in the Amazon, home to one-third of all living things. Watch out for anacondas and piranhas, spiders, rays and a camouflaged caiman. In churning river channels, still lakes and even flooded treetops look for tetras, turtles and fruit-eating fish called tambaqui. See how the region’s animals, plants and people adapt to the water’s dramatic annual rise and fall. Abbott Oceanarium The Abbott Oceanarium immerses you in the vibrant coastal ecosystem of beluga whales, Pacific white-sided dolphins, sea otters and sea lions. You’ll also find a host of fishes and invertebrates that make their homes where freshwater flows into the ocean or where tides turn seascapes to landscapes and back again each day. Use our self-guided map to discover how animals are linked to each other, their homes and you. Polar Play Zone Kids have a place at Shedd that they can call their own—Polar Play Zone. It’s cool as ice and twice as nice! The penguins think so, too. Play! Splash! Pretend! What would you like to be? A sleek sliding penguin? A deep-sea explorer? How about both? In Polar Play Zone, you can slip into a penguin suit and try being a bird in the Icy South play area. From there, head to the Icy North to explore the belugas’ Arctic waters in a kid-sized submarine. Don’t forget to shake hands—or is it arms?—with colorful sea stars in the touch pools. In Polar Play Zone, you’ll learn about polar opposites—big and small, fast and slow, shallow and deep, even north and south—while you play. The Oceanarium Aquatic Presentation is included however based on available seating and remaining show times at the time of guest arrival. (2018 Aquatic Presentation Schedule) Stingray Touch (seasonal experience) is included. Open late May through October. 4D Experience is not included however the 4D experience tickets may be purchased at the theatre for $3.00 per -person Pets are not allowed in the aquarium
Highlights Enjoy an amazing day out at Germany's largest theme park, with over 100 incredible rides situated within 95 hectares of traditional architecture and multi-award-winning gastronomic delights. Take on the Eurosat Cancan Coaster, Make a splash on Atlantis SuperSplash, or make the dream offlying a reality on the Voletarium – with over 100 rides, there's a ride for everybody! Wonder around 18 themed zones representing different European countries. Ticket Includes Europa-Park as a vast Winter Wonderland - From 24 November 2018 until 6 January 2019 (closed 24/25 December) Skip-the-line admission to the park 2 Day Tickets are valid for 6 days from the date of the first visit. Ticket Excludes Food & beverages Transport Parking Description Two new attractions The "Eurosat Cancan Coaster" is a dark-ride coaster taking us through an illuminated Paris night. Entrance and waiting Area a a reconstruction of the legendary Paris „Moulin Rouge“. And the new virtual-reality-adventure „Eurosat Coastiality“, an outer space adventure, designed with Luc Bessons, following his famous movie "Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets“. The dream of flying becomes reality, in Europe’s biggest flying theater Voletarum. In seven chairlift-style flying machines you will glide through the air in a spectacular fashion. The screens are more than 400 square meter big, with a diameter of 21 meters. Be prepared to experience sensational visuals of Europe’s most beloved landscapes and metropolises. The new attraction Voletarum is very popular which may produce long waiting lines, but not for you: Go to the Voletarum, present your 365-ticket and you will get a time slot ticket. With this ticket you can skip the line. Europa-Park as a vast Winter Wonderland Thick snow flakes drift through the air, aromas of baking cookies waft past the nose, and thousands of fairy lights light the way. Europa-Park has spruced up for winter and is awaiting its visitors. From 24 November 2018 until 6 January 2019 (closed 24/25 December), Germany's largest leisure park is becoming a huge, fascinating winter wonderland. Whether muffled up grumpily against the cold or red-cheeked and flinging snowballs, all visitors will be enchanted by the many breath-taking attractions and the top-class show programme. Please note: Valid Photo ID is required for entry with each booking - You may be refused entry if your ID does not match the name you gave us in your booking. For groups of 20 or more, please contact us by email or phone, you will get a discount. Visitors with Disabilities (disability ID required).On presentation of your disability ID we offer the reduced entry to Europa-Park). In this case please book the tickets Senior (60+) and present your disability ID at the entry. Winter Season: Ticket validity: 24 November 2018 - 6 January 2019 + 12 and 13 January 2019 (closed on 24+25 December)