A look inside the new One World Observatory
Summary
One World Observatory, located at the top of One World Trade Center in New York City, opened to the public with features designed to give visitors a unique experience of the city’s history and skyline. The observatory offers fast elevator rides, large windows with expansive views, interactive displays, and a virtual helicopter tour, but no outdoor viewing area.Key Facts
- The observatory is on the top three floors of One World Trade Center.
- The elevator ride to the 102nd floor takes 47 seconds and shows a video history of New York City.
- Visitors can see landmarks like the Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, and bridges, and even the earth’s curvature on clear days.
- The attraction uses interactive tools like a Sky Portal with live street views and iPads for virtual tours.
- There are no outdoor viewing decks due to building design restrictions.
- Ticket prices range from $26 for children to $32 for adults.
- New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio described the observatory as a symbol of the city's rebirth and resilience.
- The observatory sees an expected 3 to 4 million visitors in its first year.
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