# Observation Decks (and other such places, rootop bars, etc.) **URL:** \ **Category:** New York\ **Created:** [December 2, 2021, 5:33am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821 "2021-12-02T05:33:19Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 2, 2021, 5:33am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/1 "2021-12-02T05:33:19Z")
A thread for observation decks of course! Yes I know these aren’t technically their own developments but they’ve been stepping up their game recently and I wanted a centralized place to talk about them. Other such places are also welcome. ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 2, 2021, 5:33am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/2 "2021-12-02T05:33:57Z")
> **[A thrilling new ride could be coming to the Top of the Rock](https://www.timeout.com/newyork/news/a-thrilling-new-ride-could-be-coming-to-the-top-of-the-rock-091321)** > > An infinity observation deck is also in the works for the sky-high attraction Very nice. ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 2, 2021, 5:35am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/3 "2021-12-02T05:35:29Z")
> **[The 8 Best NYC Observation Decks - Untapped New York](https://untappedcities.com/2022/02/08/best-nyc-observation-decks/)** > > We've highlighted the best NYC observation decks that offer amazing views of the city and unique climbing experiences! ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 2, 2021, 5:35am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/4 "2021-12-02T05:35:42Z")
> **[Best Observation Decks in NYC: Ranked by Price, Height & View](https://www.earthtrekkers.com/best-observation-decks-in-nyc/)** > > Empire State Building, One World Observatory, the Edge, Top of the Rock, SUMMIT One Vanderbilt...which ones do you want to visit? ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 2, 2021, 5:36am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/5 "2021-12-02T05:36:09Z")
> **[Which New York Observatory is Best? 5 Observation Decks](https://freetoursbyfoot.com/new-york-observation-decks/)** > > This post compares the observation decks at the Empire State Building, Top of the Rock, One World Trade Center, and Edge. ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 2, 2021, 5:36am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/6 "2021-12-02T05:36:23Z")
> **[THE 10 BEST New York City Observation Decks & Towers (with Photos) -...](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g60763-Activities-c47-t39-New_York_City_New_York.html)** > > Top New York City Observation Decks & Towers: See reviews and photos of Observation Decks & Towers in New York City, New York on Tripadvisor. ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 2, 2021, 5:36am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/7 "2021-12-02T05:36:47Z")
> **[New York City’s latest observation deck is peak architectural spectacle](https://www.fastcompany.com/90692060/new-york-citys-latest-observation-deck-is-peak-architectural-spectacle)** > > At the top of One Vanderbilt, Summit is a four-story extravaganza complete with 2,500 mirrors and a scenic glass elevator. Have we reached peak architectural extravagance? ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 2, 2021, 5:37am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/8 "2021-12-02T05:37:50Z")
[World's highest outdoor building climb to open in NYC atop Hudson Yards' Edge | 6sqft](https://www.6sqft.com/worlds-highest-outdoor-building-climb-to-open-in-nyc-atop-hudson-yards-edge/#:~:text=On%20Tuesday%2C%20Edge%2C%20the%20100th,stands%20over%201%2C200%20feet%20tall). ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 2, 2021, 5:38am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/9 "2021-12-02T05:38:35Z")
> **[The highest external building climb in the world is coming to NYC](https://www.timeout.com/newyork/news/you-can-now-scale-the-side-of-edges-1-200-foot-tall-skyscraper-102621)** > > You can now scale the side of this 1,200-foot-tall skyscraper and lean over the edge. ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 2, 2021, 5:40am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/10 "2021-12-02T05:40:04Z")
Tower Fifth’s proposed observation deck if it gets built to what Marcklowe wants. > **[Renderings and New Details Revealed for Macklowe's Tower Fifth, in Midtown -...](https://newyorkyimby.com/2020/11/renderings-and-new-details-revealed-for-macklowes-tower-fifth-in-midtown.html)** > > YIMBY has new renderings and info about Macklowe's 1,556-foot-tall Tower Fifth, which Gensler is speculated to be designing. ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 2, 2021, 5:42am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/11 "2021-12-02T05:42:45Z")
> **[See the lush rooftop park and sky bridge coming to Radio City Music Hall](https://www.timeout.com/newyork/news/see-the-lush-rooftop-park-and-sky-bridge-coming-to-radio-city-music-hall-031721)** > > The rooftop park would include plantings and walkways accessible by a 10th story bridge. ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 2, 2021, 6:09am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/12 "2021-12-02T06:09:20Z")
Haven’t heard anything in a while but I assume they’re just preparing to build it. Shouldn’t take too long to put in. > **[The Chrysler building is finally getting an observation deck](https://www.timeout.com/newyork/news/the-chrysler-building-is-finally-getting-an-observation-deck-052020)** > > With no observation deck, it's been decades since the public could go to the shiny top of the Chrysler Building—one of New York's most famous skyscrapers.But ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 7, 2021, 11:30pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/13 "2021-12-07T23:30:22Z")
> **[Green Roof Construction Progresses at 341 Ninth Avenue in West Chelsea,...](https://newyorkyimby.com/2021/12/green-roof-construction-progresses-at-341-ninth-avenue-in-west-chelsea-manhattan.html)** > > Tishman Speyer's 2.5-acre rooftop deck and interior overhaul of the Morgan North Postal Facility at 341 Ninth Avenue progresses in West Chelsea. ---
**Author:** ![SMCYB](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/smcyb/32/71640_2.png) [@SMCYB](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/SMCYB)\ **Post date:** [December 8, 2021, 12:15am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/14 "2021-12-08T00:15:26Z")
Barftastic in every possible way. ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 8, 2021, 1:06am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/15 "2021-12-08T01:06:51Z")
> **[58 Best Rooftop Bars in New York City](https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-new-york.html)** > > Complete guide the 58 best rooftop bars in NYC, New York City 2022. Pictures, info, dress code etc. All list made by rooftop experts, with all the best New York rooftops in one place. ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 8, 2021, 1:07am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/16 "2021-12-08T01:07:08Z")
> **[Sip drinks sky-high at NYC's 33 best rooftop bars](https://www.timeout.com/newyork/bars/rooftop-bars-in-nyc)** > > Featuring birds-eye views and terrific sips ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 9, 2021, 9:38pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/17 "2021-12-09T21:38:56Z")
[Edge switches on the holidays with 50,000 twinkling lights high over Hudson Yards | 6sqft](https://www.6sqft.com/edge-switches-on-the-holidays-with-50000-twinkling-lights-high-over-hudson-yards/) Cool ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [December 16, 2021, 7:28pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/18 "2021-12-16T19:28:15Z")
[Ring in the New Year hanging 1,271 feet above NYC | 6sqft](https://www.6sqft.com/ring-in-the-new-year-hanging-1271-feet-above-nyc/) ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [January 14, 2022, 8:58pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/19 "2022-01-14T20:58:06Z")
[As Extell plans new towering observation deck, see NYC apartments with incredible city views | CityRealty](https://www.cityrealty.com/nyc/market-insight/features/future-nyc/as-extell-plans-new-towering-observation-deck-see-nyc-apartments-incredible-city-views/54001) Side note, I wonder why it won’t show the preview of the article with the image like in other situations. Am I messing up part of the link or something? ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [January 21, 2022, 6:41am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821/20 "2022-01-21T06:41:26Z")
Per NYguy: Revisions to the proposal for a renovated Top of the Rock… **1.** ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/6/3/6342f663ba50eacc9e3191b39561ab3416f7d8e0.jpeg) **1.** ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/9/0/904799e9ec3ec8c36dde623da8d2417b1f3bf1f1.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/1/2/128363328c6352d428f6c0e08a54b9aa73c5001d.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/c/7/c73e9ae0a4daa00baa9ccef1e21e436994b9c352.jpeg) 1. The revised platform… ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/a/1/a15715ef60875fc11e7cfa75e3e6e137ef8adad9.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/0/5/053bf3d1abcf0e309bd20e09edde1cf291923dbe.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/0/2/0207f145df6aece0230faa0f28766467486df728.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/8/0/80b67c2cc7cd90b122f3317f9166006ccdc8a37a.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/4/7/475ada10634f51195c1335ea804cd55b8d219707.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/9/8/985ce4fafd74216bfae7b94ab7b36586aff748ce.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/4/b/4ba7ce1b7935b1cc58bf556cdd485dd778516140.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/7/f/7fe95105ba636ed5b7f88b4eeb73c061fe00f172.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/a/2/a2b48f0637271c0f4de5ce465f1fd13f436d416e.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/5/7/574f27f84128a50e0f3cc7d7381b1eb118b9eb65.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/9/6/96bdecdc8a57635479b180362e1566b7d3ed4634.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/d/6/d60ceddc29e48b4cf8a97aa553be6199e6b07336.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/a/b/ab67cc2b55d121eecdb9825ced1dbadc596db9af.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/1/4/14566796bc97aae37de3d1282de377ff85609c41.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/e/b/eb819a9ba9f99b05290a72c81128b760593c4acb.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/9/b/9bc86a3fac82a627083401e36c7d7e5c7c5d3748.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/7/f/7f391bb3cd180dc5b7c57cbcff8c8975c0bd71ad.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/b/d/bd476bba195f7274256dcb7b05043e40157ae675.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/b/6/b6d14994203823b76a3c3639b6794b2a82459006.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/e/e/eea202d08538b822f7bf1a6ebae3b94c1fbba679.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/0/e/0e066747cc0b24c09d65b2604527923a4c95f794.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/9/4/945f37a6eea403a5af0c0039ca40e511c63b3809.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/8/f/8f345d3cb63cc7a0886eae1a22c07d881b8825a7.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/a/5/a5f75157272572721f7051c3e6c11e47dd8a5a15.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/9/4/94868eab510d10123416dcbfd0bc860b7e7eb629.jpeg) 1. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/5/9/596795ff0513b9c886fa8476e6071678c13966d1.jpeg) [Next page](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/observation-decks-and-other-such-places-rootop-bars-etc/20821.md?page=2)