Is Edge worth it?
Worth it if…Lives up to the hype · −2Open-air sky deck jutting from 30 Hudson Yards on the 100th floor, with a glass floor
Worth it, with conditions. 4.6 across 34k Google reviews; the glass floor and open-air deck consistently impress, crowd complaints aside.
Hype61How famous and hyped it is
Reality59Evidence-based, votes take over as they come in
4.6 ★ Google · 34,088 reviews— hypegap votes · be one of the first
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The outdoor glass floor and tilted glass walls are the most heart-stopping deck experience in the city.
Why Reality is 59
Lives up to its fame4/54.6 across 34k Google reviews; the glass floor and open-air deck consistently impress, crowd complaints aside.
Value for money3/5From $34–42 is among the cheaper decks, but photo upsells and $73+ Flex/Priority tiers add up.
Can’t get it elsewhere3/5The outdoor glass floor is distinctive, but the core skyline view overlaps with four other decks.
Easy to do3/5Timed entry runs smoothly, but it's on the far west side, the mall entrance is confusing, and sunset brings hour-long exit queues.
What people loved
Open-air deck with the glass floor 1,100 ft up — the most thrilling of the big decksWide views across the Hudson, Midtown and Downtown, including the other decksAdvance-saver fares from $34 make it one of the cheaper decks if you plan aheadPairs easily with the High Line, Vessel and Little IslandWhat wore them down
Sunset is extremely crowded; reviewers report no realistic spot for the sunset and hour-long exit queuesRepeated stops for staff photos you're then sold at the endEntrance is hard to find, on the 4th floor of a mall; Empire State Building view partly blockedFar west side — away from other Midtown sightsKnow before you go
See something out of date? Fix it right here.Reservation required. Timed General Admission slots (Flex/Priority allow any time on the day); book 14+ days ahead for the cheapest fares and well ahead for sunset.
EntryGeneral Admission (timed) from $42; Advance Saver (14+ days ahead) from $34; Flex from $73; Priority from $88; plus a $2 processing feeSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
ExtrasSunset VIP from $113; All-Inclusive VIP from $179; Edge + Vessel Flex bundle from $84; NY/NJ/CT residents save up to 20%Source · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Child / seniorUnder 6 free; Free Tours by Foot lists $41.73 adult, $39.92 senior, $34.48 child (Jan 2025)Source · Checked Oct 16, 2026
HoursGoogle lists 9 a.m.–10 p.m. daily (Fridays from 8 a.m.)Source · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Height100th floor, about 1,100 ft; open-air deck with an angled glass floor and glass wallsSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Time neededAbout 1–1.5 hours; exit queues of an hour have been reported at sunsetSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Getting thereSubway 7 to 34 St–Hudson Yards, ~3 min walk; one stop (~5 min) from Times Sq–42 St. Entrance is on the 4th floor of the Hudson Yards mallSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Opening hours (Google)
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
In their words
“The best part is the glass floor — you get completely unobstructed views straight down to the streets 101 floors below.”
“Due to how overcrowded it was, it took over an hour of waiting in a very long queue to be able to exit The Edge.”
“…stopped for a picture so they can sell it to you at the end is a little ridiculous.”
“Pricey but worth every penny for the experience.”
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Questions people ask
How much does Edge NYC cost?
General Admission starts at $42 (plus a $2 fee); booking 14+ days ahead can drop it to $34. Children 5 and under are free.
Is Edge at Hudson Yards outdoors?
Yes, the 100th-floor sky deck is open-air, with glass walls and a glass floor section; there are indoor areas too.
Is sunset at Edge worth it?
It's the most popular slot; recent reviewers report no realistic spot to watch the sun set and up to an hour queuing to exit.
How do you get to Edge?
Take the 7 train to 34 St–Hudson Yards; the entrance is on the 4th floor of the Shops at Hudson Yards.
What are Edge's hours?
Google lists 9 a.m.–10 p.m. daily, opening at 8 a.m. on Fridays.
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Sources
- Edge NYC — Get Tickets (official)
- Eternal Arrival — The 5 Best Observation Decks in NYC, Ranked (updated Feb 2024)
- Free Tours by Foot — Best NYC Observation Decks (updated Jan 2025)
- Google Maps — Edge NYC