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Empire State Building Observatory
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20 W. 34th St.
Soaring 1,454 feet above Manhattan, the Empire State Building is one of the world’s most famous skyscrapers. Open daily from 8am to 2am, the 86th and 102nd floor observatories offer two of the highest vantage points in the City. The entrance features a two-story architectural model of the building, images of past celebrity visitors and a red carpet for VIP guests. Immerse yourself in the interactive museum on your way to the top, and don’t forget to snap a photo with King Kong.
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Tao Uptown
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42 E. 58th St.
For a place to see and be seen, look no further. This pan-Asian hotspot leaves no stone unturned with its menu, which covers Thai, Chinese and Japanese cuisines. Nibble on pork potstickers and Kobe beef with wasabi, or go for broke with the Peking duck for two. The food and the scene will cost you, but you’re sure to leave smiling.
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Madison Square Garden All Access Tour
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Madison Square Garden
For over 130 years, Madison Square Garden has represented the zenith of entertainment, sports and cultural events. Its nickname, “The World’s Most Famous Arena,” comes from hosting millions of cheering fans from across the globe for more than a century. As home to some of New York’s favorite pro teams—NBA’s Knicks and NHL’s Rangers—and host to scores of legendary events, MSG has long been at the center of American sports and culture. For a special experience of this venue, visitors can walk in the footsteps of legends by taking the behind-the-scenes All Access Tour, offered daily.
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Edge
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30 Hudson Yards (Tenth Ave. & 33rd St.)
On the 100th floor of 30 Hudson Yards is the highest outdoor observation deck in the Western Hemisphere and the fifth highest in the world. Walk onto the deck and you’re 65 feet from the building at the furthest point, and 1,000 feet from the ground below. Enjoy unobstructed views of the Manhattan skyline and Hudson River, including sunsets to the west. For the truly adventurous, step onto part of the deck made of glass to get a thrilling glimpse of the City below.
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Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge
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485 Seventh Avenue
Magic Hour, located on the 18th floor of the Moxy Hotel, is a playful year-round, indoor and outdoor rooftop bar and lounge. The outdoor areas face the Empire State Building on the east side, and the west side contains a rotating seating area. The space is completed with Foreplay, a mini golf course. A menu of shareable light bites inspired by the world of the state fairs includes modern takes on classics including corn hush puppies, lobster rolls and boozy cupcakes.
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Versa
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218 W. 35th St.
Perched above the juncture of Madison Square Garden and New York’s famed Garment District, Versa merges these two worlds to create a unique rooftop and restaurant experience. Versa celebrates the melting pot of New York City through its diverse menu options, featuring essential breakfast, lunch and dinner dishes and exceptional cocktails that can be enjoyed throughout the day.