Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center
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Rockefeller Center is a national historic landmark in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Home to Top of the Rock Observation Deck, NBC Studios, Radio City Music Hall and much more. Shop, dine and explore at one of New York's most inspiring locations.
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Neighbourhood: Midtown
This is the iconic New York that so many visitors imagine before they visit—spectacular skyscrapers like the Chrysler Building and Empire State Building, iconic public buildings like Grand Central Terminal and the New York Public Library, and the non-stop hustle and bustle of the city streets. Fifth Avenue is a shopper's heaven where you can find every kind of store imaginable, with fashion brands ranging from the affordable to the ultra-fancy. Visit the Rockefeller Center to experience towering Art Deco grandeur, and foodies will love the busy restaurants that stay open late in Koreatown. After dark, Midtown calms down a bit, but at any time of day or night it still feels 100% New York.
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- 47–50 Sts – Rockefeller Center • 3 min walk
- 5th Ave / 53rd St • 5 min walk
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Caroline LP
London, UK2,087 contributions
Mar 2025 • Couples
We chose to come here to the Rockefeller centre so we could see the empire state building and it certainly didn’t disappoint. Amazing views and the staff were great. It was cold though so if visiting in March or earlier makes sure you’re well wrapped up, Would definitely recommend.
Written 8 March 2025
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Caroline, we’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the views and our staff's hospitality! Thanks for the tip about dressing warmly. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for more amazing experiences.
Written 10 March 2025
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Sharon S
3 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
The staff at the Rockefeller were the friendliest of all of the people we interacted with during a three day stay in New York. As a person who is terrified of heights and lifts we had absolutely no plans to do anything but walk around and have something to eat, however, I knew my husband would love to go up to the top so I lingered near the entrance plucking up courage to suggest it. We were spoken to by a lovely young lady called Caminta ( sincere apologies for the spelling but I was in a high state of panic!) . Long story short...She gave me confidence to give it a go. I think she knew how frightened I was so once we had paid for the tickets she got us in the lift immediately before I chickened out!! I cannot describe the sense of elation that I had once I was up there and looking across New York. Even now I don't know how I did it. All of the staff were wonderful so this was our best MY experience. Thank you everyone!!
Written 4 October 2024
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Hi Sharon, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a review of your experience. I am pleased to hear that our team made your experience pleasant and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
Written 6 October 2024
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Janet C
35 contributions
Sept 2024 • Solo
Beam experience at the Rockefeller. Expensive but you only do it once!
Book for just before dusk so that you can get a drink and then linger at the top to watch sunset and get a different set of photos - fronted by Empire State Building by day and night.
Don't wear trousers that go to half mast when you sit on a beam!
Book for just before dusk so that you can get a drink and then linger at the top to watch sunset and get a different set of photos - fronted by Empire State Building by day and night.
Don't wear trousers that go to half mast when you sit on a beam!
Written 4 November 2024
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Thanks for your fantastic review, Janet! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your experience at the Rockefeller and made the most of the sunset views. Great tip about the trousers! We hope to welcome you back for another memorable visit soon. Safe travels and happy photo-taking!
Written 5 November 2024
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Taylor B
Chicago, IL8,475 contributions
Jul 2024 • Couples
There is something specials about every moment you spend at Rockefeller Center from the historic art and architecture to the observation deck. Described as one of the greatest projects of the Great Depression era, located at 45 Rockefeller Plaza in New York City, it is a complex of 19 commercial buildings covering 22 acres between 48th Street and 51st Street in Midtown Manhattan. Construction began in 1931 and the first building opened in 1933. Today, the 14 original Art Deco buildings span the area between Fifth Avenue and Sixth Avenue, split by a large sunken square and private street called Rockefeller Plaza. There is so much to see. In the 1949 movie "On the Town," Frank Sinatra, Gene Kelly and Jules Munshin, three sailors on shore leave, didn't see it all in 24 hours. Start at the Channel Gardens, the plaza's main entrance, a 60-feet wide, 200-feet long pedestrian esplanade. Other notable buildings are Radio City Music Hall, RCA building, RKO building, British Empire building, Time & Life building, the famous ice skating rink and the Prometheus statue, the 1934 masterpiece by sculptor Paul Manship. And, of course, in December everybody shows up to see the Rockefeller Christmas tree. It is New York's picture postcard.
Written 14 July 2024
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Taylor, we're thrilled to hear you had such an amazing experience at Rockefeller Center! It truly is a historic and iconic destination in the heart of New York City. Thank you for sharing your positive review, we hope to welcome you back again soon for more unforgettable moments.
Written 24 July 2024
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Olivia G
United Kingdom79 contributions
May 2024 • Family
Great experience, we attended On a rainy day not expecting much of a view due to it been a last minute booking. Even with the rain it had amazing views. There are two viewing floors and you can pay extra to do the famous picture, which we didn’t do due to the weather.
Accessible for wheelchairs and prams, although the toilets in the Rockefeller tower didn’t have changing facilities for babies as the doors where locked to it and knowbody in site to ask to open.
Overall good for the view.
Accessible for wheelchairs and prams, although the toilets in the Rockefeller tower didn’t have changing facilities for babies as the doors where locked to it and knowbody in site to ask to open.
Overall good for the view.
Written 10 May 2024
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Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Olivia. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the amazing views from our two viewing floors, despite the rainy weather. We appreciate your feedback regarding the accessibility for wheelchairs and prams, as well as the issue with the locked doors in the Rockefeller tower. We will address this promptly to ensure a better experience for all our guests. We hope to welcome you back soon for another enjoyable visit.
Written 12 June 2024
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Thomas V
Oakland, CA19,520 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
One of my favorite neighborhoods in Manhattan because of the excellent urban design. It was built as a new town in the middle of the city during the Depression. Risky plan, but it worked out eventually as the buidlings are so beautiful, the location so superb. Arrange for a guided tour to understand all of the details, some of which you might miss on a casual visit. Fountains, art deco, sculpture, decorations, soaring skyscrapers, plus some good good and drink. Great area.
Written 21 August 2024
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Hi Thomas, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a review of your experience. I am pleased to hear that our team made your experience pleasant and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
Written 30 August 2024
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Kicco66
Italy3,431 contributions
Dec 2024 • Couples
Historic point of New York famous for the ice rink and the lighting of the Christmas Tree, the statue of Prometheus and more. I was there in those days but I certainly did not stand in line in the middle of the crowd to see the tree light up. I saw him the next day. I thought he was older. And by the way, I've seen more beautiful trees both in New York and elsewhere. The nice thing was the star on top. Apart from that, Rockefeller center is a complex of 19 buildings that is a city within the city, The Big Apple and definitely worth seeing.
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Written 2 January 2025
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Thanks for sharing your thoughts! We're glad you enjoyed the Rockefeller Center experience. The tree lighting is indeed a special event, and we appreciate your insights on its beauty. It's great to hear you found the star on top so captivating. We hope to see you again soon!
Written 3 January 2025
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Eduardo Yamada
Campinas, SP1,240 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
This is our second visit to New York. And every visit, the Rockfeller Center was decorated in a different way. It is a center that is always in transformation! Space for trade, artistic presentation, demonstrations and meeting point, worth a visit at the end of the afternoon, to complement with a visit to the Top of the Rock and take a picture of the illuminated Empire State!
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Written 27 July 2024
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Hi Eduardo, thank you for sharing your experience at Rockefeller Center! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the ever-changing atmosphere and found it to be a worthwhile visit. Your tip about visiting in the late afternoon to capture a photo from Top of the Rock Observation Deck is fantastic! Hope to see you again soon!
Written 3 August 2024
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Régis1972
Lancy, Switzerland20,138 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
Rockfeller Center is a building that began construction in early 1930 and has become one of the tallest buildings in New York and especially an iconic piece in terms of its style, stature, cinematic references and history. Its magnificent 360° terrace offers an incredible view of South Manhattan in Central Park. If there is only one building to visit in New York, it may be this one. Beautiful view also of the State building empire!
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Written 18 September 2024
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Hi Régis, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a review of your experience. I am pleased to hear that our team made your experience pleasant and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
Written 20 September 2024
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TravelingSoccerLoon
Saint Paul, MN8,565 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Rockefeller Center is a complex that includes 19 buildings and covers several blocks in Midtown Manhattan with "30 Rock" being the central focus. Built in the 1930s by the Rockefeller family, it is an Art Deco masterpiece. Inside is the NBC studios where the Today Show, NBC Nightly News, Jimmy Fallon, and Saturday Night Live are filmed. Top of the Rock is the observation deck on top of 30 Rock. The views are amazing and while the historic skyscraper is not as famous or as attractive as the Empire State Building, I would argue that the views are better including the incredible unobstructed view of the Empire State Building when looking south. This is also where you fill find iconic Rockefeller Plaza with the outdoor skating rink and Christmas tree during the winter months.
Written 2 April 2024
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Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed and positive review of Rockefeller Center! We're thrilled to hear about your wonderful experience and that you enjoyed the amazing views from Top of the Rock. We hope to welcome you back soon for more memorable moments at this iconic landmark.
Written 4 April 2024
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Hello,
I am looking to find a self-parking garage around Rockefeller Center. My kids and I will be sight-seeing for one full day and will want to access our vehicle during the day. I don't need in-and-out privileges', just "access" (drop off souvenirs, change a shirt, grab a cold drink, etc), which you can't do with Valet garages. Thank you.
Written 10 July 2024
Rockefeller Center has a parking ramp and the entrance is at 53 West 48th St. Parking is charged at the rate of $26.25/2hours. 10 hours is about $59 for a standard size car.
Personally, I would not drive or park a car in mid-Manhattan. I would park outside the busy area and take the metro subway to where you want to go. It has lines that go everywhere and it is fast and cheap. I have driven in NYC in the past, it is quite stressful. We stayed in NYC near Times Square for 10 days, December22 to January 1, 2024 ,without a vehicle, enjoyed it and did well. Best wishes to you!
Written 16 July 2024
Paradise232405
San Antonio, Texas
We visited the Top of the Rock observation deck and purchased the 6 photos to download but lost the little code they gave us! 😭 Is there a way to still get our pictures and download them somehow, since we already paid??
Written 14 November 2021
You'll have to contact the Top of the Rock Observation Deck. Just Google it and look for the contact info to call them and ask what to do. Good luck!
Written 15 November 2021
Several years ago we visited NYC and had an early breakfast in a restaurant with huge windows at rinkside level, watching the professional skaters on the ice before it was open to the public. It looks as if this restaurant is no longer open - can anyone confirm or provide the name if the restaurant?
Written 7 October 2021
If you are referring to Rock Center Cafe or the Sea Grill, sadly they both closed. I believe it was late last year or early this year. Hopefully something new goes into the space.
Written 14 December 2021
I got a digital code for downloading our photos but could not retrieve them - only digital issues have been issued last June
I am sending emails since weeks to the customer service but no-one is answering my emails
If you are unable or unwilling to provide the Photos please pay me back what you owe me.
Written 26 July 2021
We want to visit the top deck & check out the view from there. Is there anything we need to know prior to the trip? Access/fees?Thank you in advance.
Written 24 April 2021
Is this a safe enough area to walk around with my 10 year old daughter? It would be just the two of us as it is planned to be a special mother / daughter day.
Written 3 February 2020
Very safe! It was clean, appropriate and magical enough for a child!
Written 6 February 2020
If I'm only looking to go to the top of the rock what ticket is best to buy please an is it best to purchase in advance
Written 25 November 2019
you definitely save money by buying in advance and just purchasing tickets for that specific place. We chose 3 different venues and it definitely saved us time and money.
Written 4 February 2020
Hello if anyone can help Is the rink open xmas day please
Written 27 October 2019
Als we en de rockfeller center en de empire state building willen bezoeken wat is de ideale tijd /uitzicht om dit te doen.. sochtends of s' avonds
Written 10 February 2019
Lá tem filas o dia todo, se o dia estiver bonito, vá no final da tarde assistir ao pôr do sol. Não subi no empire state, mas do rockfeller você tem uma visão 360 graus
Written 17 April 2019
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