The Edge New York

Planning to visit the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere — The Edge at Hudson Yards? This guide covers ticket types and prices with the best time to go, how to buy, City Climb requirements, and practical tips to make your visit to the Edge smooth.

About Edge at Hudson Yards

Located on the 100th floor of 30 Hudson Yards, Edge is NYC’s highest outdoor sky deck: a dramatic triangular terrace jutting 80 feet into midair with angled glass walls, a glass floor, and a Champagne bar. The ride up is roughly 1 minute, step onto the open-air platform 1,131 ft above the city, and trace the skyline from the Hudson River to the Empire State Building. Indoors, a multimedia pre-show sets the mood; the City Climb harness walk (for the bold!) lets you experience the heights and thrill while leaning out over Manhattan.

Quick Facts

Edge New York Opening Hours

Hours change by date/season, check their opening hours on the day you plan to visit just in case.

Where is Edge at Hudson Yards?

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Map Pin: Edge at Hudson Yards, 30 Hudson Yards, New York, NY 10001

How to get to the Edge at Hudson Yards (Subway)

• 7 train to 34 St-Hudson Yards, then walk south toward Vessel and enter The Shops; elevators to Level 4
• A/C/E to 34 St-Penn Station, walk west to Hudson Yards and enter The Shops; up to Level 4.

Layout of the Edge at Hudson Yards

Building Layout of Edge at Hudson Yards

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Interior Layout of the Edge at Hudson Yards

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First, you will enter the front gate of the building with shops, retails, and more.

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You'll want to head up to the 4th floor where the queue for the Edge is located.

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After the queue, you will head to the elevator to level 100, where the indoor deck and the outdoor sky deck is at.

What to See at the Edge New York

The Outdoor Sky Deck (100F)

Walk onto a floating triangle of glass and granite with 360° views—the Hudson River on one side, Midtown on the other. Lean into the angled glass walls for fearless selfies, then look straight down through the glass floor at the streets 100 stories below. Grab a drink from the Champagne bar and watch ferries paint white lines on the river.

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Immersive Pre-Show

Before the elevator, a short multimedia experience builds the story of Hudson Yards and the engineering behind Edge—worth budgeting a few extra minutes so you don’t rush past it.

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City Climb

Strap in and climb the crown of 30 Hudson Yards, edging up open-air stairs before leaning out over the city—safely harnessed, with guides the whole way. Allow ~90–120 minutes door-to-door; restrictions apply (age 18+ or 13+ w/ adult; height 4'9"–6'7"; max 310 lb).

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Edge New York Ticket Types & What They Include

Edge New York Ticket (Planning Your Visit)

• Opening Hours & Last Entry: Hours change by date and the last elevator is around 50 minutes before closing. Make sure to check official website.
• Getting There: You can take Subway 7 to 34 St-Hudson Yards (or A/C/E to Penn Station). Then Enter The Shops and thake elevators to level 4 for Edge entrance.
• Security, Bags & Strollers: Normal Size bags are fine; no large luggage or storage. Strollers are allowed but they must be folded for elevators/escalators.
• Accessibility: Edge is wheelchair accessible so there are elevators/ramps and assistive services available as well.
• Weather & Visibility: Edge is covered by the Sky Assurance Weather Guarantee; however, if you visit anyway you could get 20% off at the Edge bar or just choose to visit on another day.
  
  
  

How to Buy Edge Tickets?

• Official Website: You could check everything you need with best live inventory and promotions.
• Trip.com: Extremely useful when official slots are sold out, and sometimes even cheaper.
• On-site: Same day purchase at Hudson Yards which is limited during peak times.

Best Time to Buy Edge Tickets Breakdown

Edge vs. Other NYC Observatories

• Empire State Building: Classic Art Decoration with indoor/outdoor decks; central Midtown.
• Top of the Rock: You get the best view of the Empire State Building.
• One World Observatory: The highest indoor deck downtown.
• SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Mirrors and immersive art.

Restaurants in Edge

Peak (101st Floor)

Glide one floor above the deck to Peak, where the room opens onto floor-to-ceiling glass and the menu leans seasonal NYC: think East Coast oysters on ice, hand-cut steaks, roasted fish, bright market vegetables, and proper cocktails. Sunset reservations feel celebratory; linger for dessert as the city lights come on. Typical hours: Dinner daily (check times; hours vary by day/season).

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Edge Bar (on the deck)

Toast your visit with a glass of Champagne or a signature cocktail outdoors at 1,100+ feet. Light bites rotate; it’s the most photogenic “cheers” you can get in New York City!

Source: The Edge New York Official Website

Mercado Little Spain (street level)

Down in the Shops at Hudson Yards, stroll a Spanish food hall from chef José Andrés: patatas bravas, jamón, boquerones, and churros; sit-down options like La Barra make it easy for a quick plate or a full meal. Great for families or groups before/after your time slot. Typical hours vary by venue.

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