One Times Square Viewing Platform
Times Square finally has its own viewing platform! At a total cost of $500 million, One Times Square, which was previously used only for giant advertising screens, has been converted into a new visitor center.
The highlight is definitely the viewing platform, which offers a spectacular 360° view of the hustle and bustle below. The official opening of the observation deck is scheduled to take place in 2026. A soft opening with limited tickets already took place in December 2025.
Sure to be included on the list of the best observation decks in New York once it opens, One Times Square will be a game-changer for visitors to New York.
What is the One Times Square Observation Deck?
The One Times Square Observation Deck is part of the newly planned expansion and development of One Times Square. Given that this building hasn’t been open to the public in decades, this is news we as New York aficionados couldn’t be more excited about!
Joining some of New York’s other iconic observation decks like Top of the Rock, Edge Hudson Yards, One Vanderbilt, and the Empire State Building, the One Times Square Viewing Deck is the first to put visitors right over the action in Times Square.
Though not as high as either of the Empire State Building’s Decks (which provide incredible views at the 103rd & 86th Floor Observatories), One Times Square will offer the kind of view from this 26-story building that still lets you make out the movement and the life in Times Square below.
That’s how the One Times Square Viewing Platform will look like
What will you be able to do on the One Times Square Viewing Deck?
This major redevelopment includes the launch of a viewing deck and a museum experience. With the viewing deck, visitors to New York will be able to get up close and personal with the New Year’s Eve Ball, any time of year, while also enjoying a thrilling view of Times Square.
For history buffs and fans of New York City, the museum will also be a must-visit spot where you’ll be able to learn about the building’s history (it was originally built as the site of the New York Times in 1904!), how the New Year’s Eve Celebration comes together each year, and how this site plays into Times Square’s epic history.
With “Times Travel,” you can immerse yourself interactively in the history of Times Square. One Times Square not only offers spectacular views, but also an exciting experience where you can learn more about this thrilling place.
Video of the Viewing Deck at Times Square
Source: Jamestown
FAQ about One Times Square Viewing Deck
What is the timeline for the Viewing Deck’s completion? When can I go up there?
In December 2025, there was a soft opening, during which tickets were still very limited. This new attraction will be fully open to the public later this year.
Are tickets required to visit One Times Square’s Observation Deck?
Yes, you need tickets for the One Times Square Observation Deck! There are various options available at different prices.
Will One Times Square Viewing Deck be open to all ages?
If One Times Square follows in the path of other observation decks in New York, it will be open to all ages. The Empire State Building, for example, is open to all ages and even makes admission free to children ages 5 and under.
Will we be able to still see the ball drop?
YES! The construction is thoughtfully planned to leave the north-facing LED signs on the building’s facade, and the Ball will stay in place, too.
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