Location: New York, New York
Observation deck height: 1,211 feet
Visit: Top Deck Observatory, Empire State Building
Why Top Deck Observatory, Empire State Building is one of the best: At 102 floors above the Big Apple, the Top Deck Observatory is accessed through a unique glass elevator. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the observatory reveal 360-degree views of the entire city, including some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, like the Statue of Liberty. On clear days, expect to see 80 miles into the distance, with six states visible.
