Hudson Yards · NYC OBSERVATION DECK GUIDE

Edge NYC
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A glass floor, an outdoor platform and a whole new angle on Manhattan.

Guide reviewed 17 September 2026

The triangular Edge outdoor observation deck projecting over Hudson Yards at sunset
Best for
Open-air thrills
The setting
Indoor + outdoor
The view
Hudson River and Midtown
Planning allowance
Allow around 90 minutes
OUR EDITORIAL TAKE

Choose Edge if the feeling of being outside above the city matters as much as the view. The glass-floor moment is the headline, but the west-side perspective is the lasting reason to visit.

What is the Edge experience like?

Edge combines an indoor experience with the outdoor sky deck at Hudson Yards. The angled glass walls and glass floor create a different sensation from a traditional rooftop viewpoint. You can enjoy the skyline without choosing the glass-floor section.

The official experience now includes immersive indoor rooms as well as the outdoor deck. Check the current experience description when booking, especially if you last visited before the indoor additions. City Climb is a separate activity and is not included in the tickets linked here.

Is Edge better at sunset?

Sunset can make the Hudson River side especially rewarding, but a golden sky is never guaranteed. A bright, clear daytime slot can be a better choice than a hazy sunset, particularly if your priority is seeing distant landmarks.

Compare the full cost of a regular timed ticket with the Sunset VIP option on your date. A ticket with sunset in its name is not a promise of clear weather, unlimited terrace access or entry at any time. Read the entry window and included extras before paying.

How to fit Edge into your day

Pair Edge with Hudson Yards and a walk on the High Line. Leave enough time for security and the lift before a restaurant reservation or another timed attraction. Our suggested 90 minutes is a planning allowance, not a venue time limit.

If heights make you uncomfortable, begin inside and decide how much of the outdoor platform you want to explore. The experience is visually intense, even when you avoid standing on the glass.

Is Edge worth visiting?

An exposed terrace is less appealing in wind or poor visibility. Choose based on the experience your group wants, then compare the final price for the same date and visitor categories.

Read the full Edge ticket-options guide before choosing an upgrade.

Edge accessibility and visitor comfort

Edge describes an accessible route with elevators and a service elevator. Assistive listening and handheld captioning devices can be requested at Guest Services on Level 4, subject to availability. Contact the venue in advance for particular assistance.

Read Edge official access information and our accessibility planning guide.

How to check Edge ticket savings

Start with timed entry, then compare Sunset VIP only if you want its specific access arrangements and extras. Compare your actual date rather than assuming sunset or weekday admission always has the same price.

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Getting to Edge

Enter The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards and follow signs to Level 4 for Edge. The 7 train serves 34 St-Hudson Yards.

30 Hudson Yards, New York, NY. Use the visitor entrance and arrival instructions in your booking confirmation. Our NYC observation deck map helps you plan around the neighbourhood.

Check the official Edge NYC visitor information for current operating hours, access guidance and venue policies.

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Edge NYC ticket options

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Edge Observation Deck Tickets: Timed Entry

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Edge NYC tickets and visit FAQs

Is City Climb included with Edge tickets?

No. Treat City Climb as a separate experience. The selected Edge tickets on this site should not be assumed to include it.

Do I need the Sunset VIP ticket?

Only if its specific entry arrangements and extras are worth the additional price to you. Compare both ticket descriptions for your date.

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Sources and fact checking

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