Top of the Rock Hours | General Timings, Best Time to Visit, & More (2024)

New York

Top of the Rock

Timings

• Weekdays are the ideal time to visit Top of the Rock because there are typically fewer crowds than on weekends. Security lines tend to move quickly on weekdays.
• Additionally, during weekdays you can take your time exploring the observation decks and take advantage of the comfortable seating on the 60th floor of the Top of the Rock observation deck.
• Weekends typically see a higher volume of tourists, which results in longer lines and more people in the area.
• However, if the weekends are your only choice, arriving early in the morning or late in the afternoon can help you avoid the busiest times of the day, around noon.

• The best time to visit Top of the Rock is between early April and early June, or between September and November.
• The summer months of July and August are the busiest for tourists in New York City, while the winter months of December to February are considered the low season.
• Traveling during the summer months has the perks of longer days and pleasant weather, but it also brings more crowds and longer lines.
• On the other hand, traveling in the off-season results in fewer visitors, but the cooler climate and shorter daylight hours may restrict outdoor activities.

Peak season: May to September

Low season: December to February