Make room for
a little wonder.

Opening times

All times are local to New York.

One World Observatory

09:00–21:00 · Every dayEntry times run until about 20:00

Allow time to explore before closing. Your ticket shows your date and entry time.

Finding the observatory

One World Observatory is at the top of One World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan. The entrance is on the West Plaza, alongside West Street.

• By subway: the E to World Trade Center, the 1 to WTC Cortlandt, the R and W to Cortlandt Street, the A and C to Chambers Street, or the 2, 3, 4 and 5 to Fulton Street.
• Drop-off: on West Street north of Vesey Street, or enter from inside the World Trade Center Oculus.
• Before arrival: leave time for the journey and entry checks so you are ready for your booked slot.

Useful stops along the way

Facilities can change through the year. Visitors can usually expect:

• Toilets for visitors.
• A café and the ONE Dine restaurant on the 101st floor.
• The GALLERY shop on the 100th floor.
• No lockers: bags must be no larger than 25 × 17 × 9 inches.

Travel light: there are no lockers, and bags must be no larger than 25 × 17 × 9 inches. Ask staff about current arrangements when you arrive.

A visit that works for you

One World Observatory is wheelchair accessible, and all visitors use the lifts. Visitors can be dropped off on West Street north of Vesey Street, or enter from inside the World Trade Center Oculus.

• Check arrangements for your particular mobility or access needs before travelling.
• If you are bringing a stroller, confirm the current arrangements before arrival.
• Ask observatory staff for assistance or directions during your visit.

Enjoy the observatory thoughtfully

• Keep to the visitor paths, walk rather than run, and supervise children.
• Everyone goes through security screening; food and drink, luggage, tripods and pets (except service animals) are not allowed.
• Smoking is not permitted, including on the West Plaza.
• Commercial photography and filming, including product promotion, need permission.
• Follow the signs and staff guidance, including any restrictions in the exhibition spaces.

The National September 11 Memorial & Museum is close by: please visit it quietly and respectfully.

Make time for a pause

The observatory has a café and the ONE Dine restaurant on the 101st floor, and Lower Manhattan has many more places for a meal before or after your visit.

• Stop for breakfast, lunch, a hot drink or refreshments nearby.
• Leave room in your plans to sit down and enjoy the setting.
• Check opening hours and menus on the day; food and drinks are purchased separately.

Food and drink cannot be brought into the observatory.

A few details worth planning

• Book ahead: choose the date, time and places you want to visit before making other plans.
• Keep your QR ticket ready: save it on your phone or bring a printed copy, with any proof needed for reduced admission.
• Start in the right place: use the entrance on the West Plaza alongside West Street, and allow time for security screening.
• Travel light: a small bag, comfortable shoes and a charged phone make the visit easier.
• Leave space to linger: allow 45 minutes to an hour for the visit, and a little more for the views.