Empire State Building observation decks – tickets, facilities, what to expect

Empire State Building

The Empire State Building in New York is the world’s most famous building.  The massive Manhattan building was the world’s tallest from 1930 to 1972 when the World Trade Center took away the title.  Today, more than 4 million visitors take its super-fast elevators every year to reach the observatory and see stunning views of … Read more

Statue of Liberty ferry from New Jersey – terminal, schedule, tickets, prices

Statue of Liberty with New Jersey skyline

One of the most rewarding outings from New Jersey is visiting the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island and the Immigration Museum on Ellis Island. You can’t take your transport to the Islands. The only way to visit these historic sites is by ferry, operated exclusively by Statue Cruises. The ferry tickets include access to … Read more

Edge Hudson Yards: Tickets, Hours, and Visitor Tips

Edge at Hudson Yards

The ‘Edge’ is New York’s latest observation deck after the Empire State Building, Top of the Rock, and One World Observatory.  Located at a height of 345 meters (1,131 feet) on the 100th floor of the 30 Hudson Yards building, Edge is the highest outdoor observation deck in the Western Hemisphere. Edge Hudson Yards features … Read more