Not only are we a great NYC tourist attraction but an Empire State Building tour is greatly enhanced with our unique New York sightseeing trip.  In less than 30 minutes through the magic of flight simulation, narrated by actor Kevin Bacon, guests “fly over” over 25 sights New York is famous for without ever leaving the second floor of the ESB.

International or domestic student travel programs will enjoy the fun and educational elements of the NY SKYRIDE.  WATCH FOR OUR NEW DOWNLOADABLE CURRICULUMS GRADES 6-12 AVAILABLE SPRING 2008!

The experience includes 2 static pre-shows.  The first called “I am New York”, a 7 minute perspective of the history of the Empire State Building and “Top 10 Things to do in New York”, a 7 minute presentation on all that New York has to offer visitors.

Groups of all sorts will appreciate our DirectAccess Program, allowing you easier and faster access to the ESB Observatory.  Combine your trip to the Empire State Building Observation Deck with the NY SKYRIDE with our COMBO ticket!

Looking for something to do Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Years Day?  The NY SKYRIDE is open 365 days a year including all major holidays.  Special Group Rates are available by contacting our group Department at 212-279-9777 x200  9AM-5PM EST Mon-Fri. Whether you are a native New Yorker or coming from out of town, when visiting New York City, let us help you create a great school day trip, camp day trip, Boy Scout or Girl Scout trip, church or educational trip using the NY SKYRIDE.

Group tickets cannot be purchased online.  Please refer to our Group Features page and the FAQ page for further information or call 888-SKYRIDE or email reservations@skyride.com for group reservations.  Click on Group Rates (PDF) for our 2008 rates and information.