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Empire State Building Facts:
All You Need to Know
The Empire State Building has never been just a building. It’s iconic in a city full of icons, a 102-floor Art Deco masterpiece that still towers over the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Opened in 1931 as the world's tallest building, it still functions as a sought-after office address, with two observation decks and a museum. Below are some Empire State Building facts to help you get to know the face behind the famous silhouette..
How tall is the Empire State Building?
1,250
feet (or 380 meters)
The Empire State Building height is 1,250 feet to its highest occupied floor and 1,454 feet to the top of the building's antenna.
1,454
feet (Or 443 meters)
Height including antenna. It represents the full architectural height of the structure, including all extensions above the roof.
103
Floors
Number of floors including office spaces, observation deck levels, and mechanical areas, plus a 103rd level above them that is not open to the public.
measurements of the Empire State Building
Empire State Building Facts in Numbers
As a symbol of New York City’s spirit, there’s always something new to discover. Explore fun facts like the number of stairs in the Empire State Building and how often it’s struck by lightning.
1930–1931
Construction years
410
days of Construction time
1,860
Stairs to 102nd floor
73
Elevators Otis
6,514
Windows
25
lightning strikes per year
Interesting Facts About the Empire State Building
A Piece of History
Among NYC’s five tallest buildings, the Empire State Building is the oldest, built in just 13 months from 1930 to 1931.
Most Photographed
In 2011, researchers at Cornell University found the Empire State Building to be the world’s most photographed building.
More Than Just a View
Wave to the Neighbors
On a clear day, ESB Observation Decks offer views across six states: NY, NJ, PA, CT, MA, and DE.
Grand from The Ground Up
Don’t miss ESB’s stunning Art Deco lobby, a NYC interior designated a historic landmark.
A City Within the City
Home to businesses like LinkedIn, Shutterstock, and JCDecaux, ESB offers 2.8 million rentable sq ft of office space in Midtown Manhattan and its own ZIP code: 10118.
Frequently Asked Questions
We offer a wide range of partnership formats, which include tower light shows and building projections, in-building pop-ups, custom exhibits, photo moments, sponsored social content and digital activations, live events and performances, stunts, and full building takeovers. Whether for a single activation or a fully integrated campaign, the Empire State Building offers one of the most iconic platforms in the world.
The Empire State Building's 102nd Floor is enclosed and the 86th Floor is open to the air. The 102nd sits 1,250 feet up, behind floor-to-ceiling glass and climate control. The 86th is the open-air deck at 1,050 feet, where you can step outside and hear the city.
The building is fully ADA compliant, with wheelchair-accessible restrooms on the 86th Floor Observation Deck, lowered viewing walls and binoculars, ramps, and wheelchair access. Service dogs are allowed.
You can see and buy your photos at showtimepictures.com.
See it Yourself
The Empire State Building’s Observation Decks provide panoramic views of New York City and attract millions of visitors annually.
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World’s Best 2024
Named the #1 Attraction in the World by Tripadvisor's 2024 Travelers' Choice Awards.
Top U.S. Attraction
#1 Top Attraction in the U.S. in Tripadvisor’s 2026 Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things to Do.
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