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The Edge General Admission

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Duration: 1 hour

Overview

Experience the Edge Observation Deck as an immersive journey into the sky, combining interactive indoor environments with the highest outdoor sky deck in New York City and breathtaking 360° skyline views.

Included

  • Admission to the Edge immersive experience & installations
  • Entry to Edge Observation Deck
  • Views from the indoor sky deck and champagne bar on Level 100
  • Access to the outdoor sky deck platform with angled glass walls
  • Access to the Glass Floor, Skyline Seats, and Eastern Point

Excluded

  • Tour guide
  • Transportation
  • Food and drinks

Highlights

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Edge General Admission

Edge NYC is more than just an observation deck — it is an immersive journey into the sky. Begin with interactive indoor installations filled with light, reflections, and design before stepping outside onto the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, suspended 1,100 feet above Manhattan.

Immersive Installations
1,100 Feet High
Outdoor Sky Deck
Glass Floor Platform

What You’ll Experience

Explore interactive indoor environments, take in breathtaking 360° skyline views, and capture unforgettable moments across one of New York City’s most shareable observation experiences.

Immersive Indoor Installations

Your visit begins on Level 4 of Hudson Yards with multi-sensory installations that use light, mirrors, reflections, and interactive design.

  • Crystal Cave with shifting light and reflective surfaces
  • Infinite City with mirrored skyline perspectives
  • Reflections that respond to movement and light
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Highest Outdoor Sky Deck

Step outside onto the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere and take in breathtaking 360° views over New York City.

  • Suspended 1,100 feet above Manhattan
  • Views from Central Park to the Statue of Liberty
  • Panoramic skyline photo opportunities
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Glass Floor Platform

Step onto the iconic glass floor and look straight down for a thrilling perspective high above the city streets.

  • Unique view directly above Manhattan
  • One of Edge’s most iconic features
  • Great for unforgettable photos
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Instagrammable NYC Moments

From mirrored installations to panoramic skyline views, Edge is designed for unforgettable photos and shareable experiences.

  • Interactive indoor environments
  • Angled glass walls
  • Skyline views day, sunset, or night

What’s Included

  • Admission to the Edge immersive experience and installations
  • Entry to Edge Observation Deck
  • Views from the indoor sky deck and champagne bar on Level 100
  • Access to the outdoor sky deck platform with angled glass walls
  • Access to the Glass Floor, Skyline Seats, and Eastern Point

How It Works

  • Arrive at Hudson Yards for your scheduled visit
  • Begin with immersive indoor installations on Level 4
  • Continue up to the indoor sky deck and outdoor platform
  • Explore the glass floor, angled glass walls, and panoramic viewpoints

Know Before You Go

  • Visitors typically spend around 1–2 hours
  • Morning and early afternoon visits are typically less crowded
  • Sunset is usually the busiest time
  • Includes both indoor and outdoor areas, making it suitable in most weather

Indoor Installations

Before reaching the sky deck, you’ll move through immersive indoor environments that transform your ascent into a dynamic visual experience. These spaces combine light, mirrors, motion, and reflections to build anticipation before you step outside.

  • Crystal Cave: shifting light and reflective surfaces create ever-changing perspectives of the city.
  • Infinite City: mirrored structures and light transform the skyline into a multi-dimensional experience.
  • Reflections: responsive light and movement blend the cityscape with immersive interior design.

Top Sights

From 1,100 feet above Manhattan, Edge gives you sweeping views across New York City and beyond. Step outside for open-air views, lean against the angled glass walls, or look straight down through the glass floor for a completely different perspective.

  • Central Park
  • Statue of Liberty
  • Hudson River
  • Manhattan skyline
  • Eastern Point and Skyline Seats

Before You Go / What to Expect

  • This is a complete indoor and outdoor experience, suitable in most weather conditions
  • You can choose how much you engage with thrilling elements like the glass floor
  • Premium hospitality options are available, including drinks and light bites curated by Tao Group Hospitality at the Skyline Bar & Café
  • On select evenings, Edge may extend into Marquee Skydeck, a rooftop nightlife experience with DJs and special events
  • After your visit, explore Hudson Yards for dining, shopping, and nearby attractions such as Vessel
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Location

Hudson Yards

The Vessel — Hudson Yards, New York, NY 10001

Not Included

  • Tour guide
  • Transportation
  • Food and drinks

Why This Experience Is Worth It

Edge combines immersive indoor installations with one of the most dramatic outdoor observation decks in New York City. Whether you visit during the day, at sunset, or in the evening, it delivers a different kind of skyline experience — one that is visual, interactive, thrilling, and highly shareable.

Why You’ll Love It

Edge is ideal for families, couples, first-time NYC visitors, and locals looking for a must-do experience — with immersive installations, panoramic views, the glass floor, and unforgettable photo moments all in one visit.