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Edge at Hudson Yards

The western hemisphere's highest outdoor sky deck — a glass-floor triangle jutting off Hudson Yards.

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The verdict

Who it's worth it for

Great for
  • If you've only got a day
  • Couples
  • Solo travellers
  • Photographers
Depends
  • Travellers on a budget
  • Families with kids
  • Adventurers
  • Romantics
Not for

—

Worth it for if you've only got a day, couples and solo travellers.

Why we say this

Insider secrets & local vibes

At 1,100 feet on the 100th floor, it's the highest outdoor observation deck in the Western Hemisphere, with a genuine open-sky 360 rather than a view through glass.
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A see-through glass floor lets you stand over 1,100 feet of open air and wave at the street below — the kind of stomach-drop gimmick that actually delivers.
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There's a 10,000-square-foot bar and restaurant, Peak, on the 101st floor, so the view can come with a champagne instead of just a selfie.
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At 1,100 feet the deck gets fiercely windy and the outdoor terrace can close in bad weather — you may pay full price and end up stuck behind glass.
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Because you're at Hudson Yards looking the 'wrong' way, the postcard icons sit far off; critics argue Top of the Rock frames the skyline better for the money.
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What it feels like

Reading the room, traveller by traveller

  • For photos

    The open-air angle and glass floor are catnip for shots, but go off-peak and aim for the western Skyline Steps for clean light without the rail crush.

    “head to the Skyline Steps in the western corner if the gusts get too chilly.”

    citypass.com
  • As a couple

    Sunset slots plus the Peak bar and champagne packages make this the date-night observation deck — book the slot before sunset and linger.

  • First-timers

    If heights thrill rather than terrify you, it's a worth-it splurge; if wind and exposure worry you, a glassed-in deck may suit better.

    “is well worth a visit—that is, if you're not afraid of heights.”

    timeout.com
  • On a budget

    At $39+ general admission (cheaper if booked 14+ days out) it's one of the pricier views in town — weigh it against the cheaper or free skyline options nearby.

What people say

Straight from the reviews

“stand on a large, see-through glass floor and wave to passersby 1,100 feet beneath.”

timeout.com

“The big risk is high winds and low clouds. If it's windy you will still be allowed up, but the outdoor deck will be closed, which will be very disappointing.”

citypass.com

“For the price it costs, in my opinion, it is absolutely not worth it.”

tripadvisor.com
Good to know

Before you go

Cost
$38 (City Climb extra)
Time
1–1.5 hrs
Last verified
2026-06-06
Best time
Around sunset for the light, but it's the busiest slot — book an earlier slot and stay; aim ~2 hours after opening to dodge lines.
Getting there
30 Hudson Yards, entrance via The Shops at Hudson Yards (7 train to 34 St–Hudson Yards).
Booking
General admission from $39, ~35% off when booked 14+ days ahead; sunset and champagne packages cost more.
Accessibility
Indoor elevator access to the deck; outdoor terrace may close in high winds or severe weather.
Alternatives

If it's not your thing, try

if you'd rather the classic Midtown-icons view than the far-west anglethe other modern deck — mirrored art-installation vibe vs. open-air thrill
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