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Landmark: The EdgeCity: New York
Country: USA New York
Continent: North America
The Edge, New York, USA New York, North America
Overview
Perched high above Manhattan, the Edge at Hudson Yards offers one of New York City’s most breathtaking views-and it’s the tallest outdoor sky deck anywhere in the Western Hemisphere, with the wind brushing your face as you step to the glass.High above the city skyline, it draws visitors into a breathtaking experience, blending bold architecture with daring design and sweeping views that stretch to the horizon.The Edge sits on the 100th floor of the Hudson Yards skyscraper at 30 Hudson Yards, New York City, rising about 1,131 feet above the street.Opened in March 2020, it’s part of the Hudson Yards development on Manhattan’s West Side, right in the middle of a lively new neighborhood with easy access from the 7 subway and other transit lines.The Edge boasts a dramatic cantilevered platform stretching 80 feet beyond the tower, so far you can see the city spread out beneath your shoes-it’s the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere.Fifteen interlocking steel sections hold up the platform, each weighing anywhere from 35,000 to 100,000 pounds, their cold metal firmly bolted into the building’s frame.Glass Floor: At the heart of the deck, a 225-square-foot panel of clear glass lets you stare straight down, making it one of the most thrilling features.From nearly 1,100 feet up, visitors can peer straight down at the streets and rooftops, cars like tiny specks, and feel as if they’re hovering in midair.Angled Glass Walls: Seventy-nine glass panels wrap around the observation deck, each tilted outward about 6.6 degrees, catching the light like a row of shimmering blades.The design cuts out reflections and blockages, so visitors can rest a shoulder against the cool glass and take in crisp, sweeping 360-degree views of Manhattan, New Jersey, the Hudson River, and far beyond.Perched on the 100th floor, visitors stand higher than at the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock, with fresh views of Central Park’s green sprawl, the glinting Statue of Liberty, One World Trade Center, and the span of the George Washington Bridge.At The Edge, you can take in sweeping 360-degree views-Manhattan’s glittering skyline, the Hudson and East Rivers, the Bronx, Queens, and, on a clear day, even catch sight of New Jersey and Connecticut shimmering in the distance.The cantilever juts out over the buzzing streets, and its clear glass floor makes your pulse jump if you’re brave enough to step onto it.Photography meets sightseeing in a space flooded with warm daylight, its open sightlines perfect for snapping a quick shot or framing a professional masterpiece.The Champagne Bar sits on the 101st floor, just above the observation deck, serving hand-picked drinks and light bites alongside the soft pop of corks.It’s a graceful little nook where you can sink into a chair and watch the hills fade into the horizon.On the 101st floor, Peak serves refined dishes crafted from fresh, seasonal flavors-think crisp spring greens and warm, fragrant herbs.Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the restaurant with light, giving every table a clear view of the mountains beyond.General admission tickets start at about $40 for adults, $35 for kids ages 6–12, and $38 for seniors 62 and older.Flex Admission lets visitors choose when they arrive, and it usually costs more than a standard ticket-like paying extra to wander in just as the morning sun hits the lobby.Priority Access lets you skip the line, so you get in fast without the long wait.City Climb lets thrill-seekers step onto the narrow exterior ledge of the 100th floor, wind whipping past, for the highest open-air ascent on any building in the world.You’ll need a premium ticket and your own safety gear-think helmet and gloves.Annual Pass: Perfect for regular visitors, it gives you unlimited entry all year-come rain or shine.You can grab tickets online ahead of time or buy them at the gate, but it’s best to book early-especially when the summer crowds start spilling onto the sidewalk.We’re open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday to Sunday from 9 a.m. until midnight; the doors usually close to new visitors about fifty minutes before the lights go out.The Edge welcomes visitors with disabilities, offering full wheelchair access and helpful services for anyone with mobility needs-even smooth ramps you can roll across without a bump.Getting there’s simple: take the 7 train to 34th Street–Hudson Yards, just steps away, or hop on the A, C, E, 1, 2, or 3 to Penn Station and stroll over.Buses and taxis stop nearby, and you’ll find parking garages and bike-share docks close at hand.Inside Hudson Yards, head to Level 4 of The Shops & Restaurants to reach The Edge-perfect for pairing the view with a meal, a little shopping, or both.The Edge isn’t just an observation deck-it’s a striking piece of architecture and a vivid experience, embodying New York City’s drive for innovation and the energy of its urban renewal, with glass walls that make you feel like you’re floating above the streets.Towering high with striking design and lively crowds, it’s a spot locals and visitors can’t skip-offering a fresh, hands-on way to take in the city’s iconic skyline, right down to the glint of steel in the afternoon sun.The Edge raises the bar for sky-high attractions around the world, mixing heart‑pounding excitement with sweeping views and a spot so comfortable you could linger for hours.
