The Skywalk & Museum Experience
Step inside the world’s most famous building. Until recently, it remained closed to the public. However, the newly redeveloped One Times Square now welcomes visitors. You can explore a multi-floor immersive museum. Furthermore, you can step onto a 360-degree open-air viewing deck. It sits right in the center of the city’s neon-lit action.
- Location: 1 Times Square (Intersection of 42nd St, 7th Ave, and Broadway).
- Subway Access: Take the N, Q, R, W, S, 1, 2, 3, or 7 trains directly to the Times Sq-42 St station.
Experience the Times Travel Museum
Your journey begins with a stunning ride in a glass elevator. It travels up the exterior of the building. Therefore, you get a sweeping preview of the views to come. Next, you enter the Times Travel museum. It spans multiple floors. Consequently, you can learn all about the history of Times Square. The exhibits also explore the building itself and the annual Ball Drop.
Discover the 19th-Floor Skywalk
The absolute highlight is the Skywalk on the 19th floor. This outdoor viewing deck wraps 360 degrees around the building. Consequently, you experience the area from a completely different perspective. Specifically, you look directly into 42nd Street. As a result, you clearly see the energy of New York. In addition, part of the viewing deck features a glass floor. Thus, you can look directly down at Broadway.
See the New Year’s Eve Ball
Instead of waiting for December 31st, you get an up-close view of the new Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball right now. The attraction provides an unprecedented look at this historic symbol of global celebration. Jamestown recently updated it with over 5,000 Waterford crystals. Now, you can capture your own photo moments with the ball any time of year.
Chol Hamoed Pro-Tips
- Best Time to Go: The deck opens during the day and in the evening. However, I recommend visiting at night. The neon billboards truly come alive and create an unforgettable sight.
- Accessibility: The viewing deck easily accommodates wheelchairs.
- Book in Advance: The venue does not operate a box office on the spot. Therefore, you must buy your tickets for the observation deck in advance.
