Edge at Hudson Yards
The western hemisphere's highest outdoor sky deck — a glass-floor triangle jutting off Hudson Yards.
The call
Worth it if you only have one day and you are traveling as a couple.
Why
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Stepping onto the glass floor 1,100 feet up is a genuine gut-flip, and the open-air rail gives you the Hudson, the skyline, and a clean sunset.
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The trade-off: it looks AWAY from Midtown's icons, and the wind bites.
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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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Is it a fit?
Go if
This is your first trip to New York
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.
You only have one day
Even on a tight schedule, Edge at Hudson Yards earns the hours.
You are traveling as a couple
As a couple, Edge at Hudson Yards works.
You are traveling solo
Solo, Edge at Hudson Yards works.
Think twice if
You are watching the budget
On a budget, weigh it — Edge at Hudson Yards isn't cheap for what it is.
You are traveling with kids
With kids, it depends on the day.
You want something active
For adventure, Edge at Hudson Yards is hit or miss.
You are planning for two
For romance, Edge at Hudson Yards is hit or miss.
Plan it well
- Cost
- $38 (City Climb extra)
- Timing
- 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.
- Booking
- General admission from $39, ~35% off when booked 14+ days ahead; sunset and champagne packages cost more.
- Allow
- 1–1.5 hrs
- Accessibility
- Indoor elevator access to the deck; outdoor terrace may close in high winds or severe weather.
- Getting there
- 30 Hudson Yards, entrance via The Shops at Hudson Yards (7 train to 34 St–Hudson Yards).