FAMILY EXPERIENCES AT EDGE NYC
Experience New York Together
Interactive indoor & outdoor family fun in NYC
Looking for family things to do in NYC that everyone can enjoy together?
Edge NYC combines immersive, interactive indoor experiences, skyline views, and New York’s highest outdoor sky deck in one unforgettable family outing at Hudson Yards.
Start indoors with colorful installations inspired by the energy of New York City, then step outside for open-air views above Manhattan. Families can explore at their own pace, take photos together, relax indoors or outdoors, and experience the city from a completely different perspective.
Whether you are planning a family vacation, weekend activity, rainy-day backup plan, or a full Hudson Yards day, Edge NYC offers a flexible experience for kids, teens, parents, and multigenerational groups. Kids under 5 enter free.
NYC experience for all ages
Why families visit Edge
Edge NYC is more than an observation deck. Families move through a sequence of indoor spaces filled with light, reflections, skyline views, and interactive moments before stepping outside onto the observation deck.
Kids can explore colorful installations and moving light displays. Teens get dramatic skyline photo moments, while parents get a flexible outing that works in all weather conditions, schedules, and different comfort levels.
The journey naturally moves from indoors to outdoors, giving families space to pause, explore, take photos, and enjoy New York together at their own pace.
Family highlights at Edge NYC
Immersive indoor experiences
Explore installations including Prism, Pulse, Reflections, Kaleidoscope, Infinite City, and Crystal Cave — interactive spaces inspired by the color, movement, and energy of New York City.
Skyline views above Manhattan
See sweeping views of Manhattan, the Hudson River, and New York City from indoor viewing areas and the outdoor sky deck.
Skyline Seats
Take a break together above Manhattan at the outdoor Skyline Seats, where families can relax, enjoy panoramic views, and experience the city at a more comfortable pace.
Family-friendly photo moments
Find skyline photo spots, the glass floor, angled glass walls, immersive reflections, and dramatic backdrops throughout the experience.
Food & drinks
Take a break during your visit and visit the Skyline Bar & Café by Tao Group Hospitality for snacks, drinks, and family-friendly options.
Indoor experiences & outdoor views
A family activity for every season
Edge NYC combines immersive indoor spaces with open-air views of New York City, making it a flexible family activity throughout the year.
During colder months, rainy weather, or changing conditions, families can still enjoy interactive indoor installations, panoramic views of NYC, and family photo moments before heading outside onto the observation deck.
What families can do at Edge NYC
- Explore immersive indoor installations filled with color, reflections, and movement.
- Ride up to Level 100 and watch New York City appear from above.
- Step onto the outdoor sky deck for open-air skyline views.
- Relax together at the skyline seats overlooking Manhattan.
- Walk across the glass floor and look down at the city 100 stories below.
- Discover skyline photo spots, angled glass walls, and immersive reflections.
- Pause for snacks and drinks at the Skyline Bar & Café by Tao Group Hospitality.
- Combine your visit with Hudson Yards, the High Line, and nearby attractions like Vessel.
Fun for kids, teens & adults at Edge
Younger kids
Color, reflections, moving lights, excitement, skyline spotting, and indoor exploration create a playful experience for younger visitors.
Older kids & teens
Immersive mirror environments, skyline photo moments, sunset views, and interactive spaces make Edge NYC one of the most shareable family attractions in the city.
Parents & caregivers
Timed tickets, indoor spaces, stroller-friendly access, on-site dining options, and Hudson Yards attractions help make planning easier for families.
Visiting families
Edge NYC combines sightseeing, indoor activities, skyline views, dining, and immersive experiences in one destination above Manhattan.
Plan Your Family Visit
Use these practical tips to plan a smoother family visit, especially with younger children,
multigenerational groups, or first-time visitors.
| Best time to visit | Morning and daytime visits are often calmer for families. Sunset and evening visits are more dramatic but busier. |
| Visit duration | Most families spend approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours at Edge NYC. |
| Ticket options | General Admission works for planned visits. Flex Admission offers more arrival flexibility. |
| Weather | Edge NYC includes indoor and outdoor experiences. Outdoor access may change during weather events. |
| Strollers | Strollers are welcome at Edge NYC. Guests will only be asked to fold strollers and remove children while using elevators and escalators throughout the experience. |
| Accessibility | Elevators and accessible pathways are available throughout the experience. |
| Food & Drinks | Skyline Bar & Café by Tao Group Hospitality offers snacks and beverages during your visit. |
| Nearby Attractions | Families can combine Edge NYC with Hudson Yards, Vessel, and the High Line. |
| Groups | Groups of 15 or more can use the Group Bookings & Private Events contact us form. |
Build a family day around Hudson Yards
Edge NYC is located at 30 Hudson Yards on Manhattan’s West Side, making it easy to build a full family day around nearby attractions, dining, shopping, and public spaces.
Before or after visiting Edge, families can:
- Walk the High Line
- Visit Vessel
- Explore Hudson Yards
- Enjoy nearby restaurants and cafés
- Experience seasonal events and programming
Family groups, school groups & field trips at Edge NYC
Planning for a larger family outing, school group, or multigenerational visit with 15 or more guests?
Edge offers group planning support for:
- Family groups
- School visits
- Student groups
- Community organizations
- Birthday celebrations
- Private family events
Group ticket options may include General Admission, Flex Admission, and Priority Access experiences.
Educational visits can also connect with Reach for the Sky, the free educational program developed with Discovery Education, focused on architecture, engineering, innovation, and New York City design.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
General Admission
Book your date and time ahead for our best price.
$2 processing fee will be added to tickets.From $40
Priority Access
Get to the top in a New York minute with escorted entry.
$2 processing fee will be added to tickets.From $88
Flex Admission
Book a date and visit at any time with flexible arrival.
$2 processing fee will be added to tickets.From $64
Tri-State Resident Admission
Special resident rate available for Edge General, Flexible & Priority Admission, applied automatically when booking with a qualifying NY, NJ, or CT billing zip code.
$2 processing fee will be added to tickets.From $34
Annual Pass
Enjoy unlimited visits to Edge all year, plus exclusive member benefits with the Annual Pass. Valid for one year starting from the date of your purchase.
$2 processing fee will be added to tickets.From $99
FAQs
Your questions answered
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Yes. Edge NYC is designed for guests of all ages, with immersive indoor experiences, skyline views, interactive spaces, and flexible indoor/outdoor exploration for families.
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Yes. Edge includes immersive indoor experiences and indoor skyline viewing areas, making it a strong rainy-day activity for families visiting NYC.
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Yes. The glass floor at Edge NYC is engineered for guest safety and designed as part of the experience. Stepping onto the glass floor is completely optional, and families can fully enjoy the skyline views, immersive indoor spaces, Skyline Seats, and outdoor sky deck without using it. Parents and caregivers should supervise children throughout the visit, especially in outdoor viewing areas and busy photo spots.
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Yes, strollers are allowed but you will be asked to remove your child and fold your stroller up for access to the elevators as well as the escalators within the Edge experience.
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Most families spend approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours exploring Edge.
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Morning and daytime visits are often calmer for families. Sunset visits are popular for dramatic skyline views but may be busier.
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Yes. Skyline Bar & Café by Tao Group Hospitality offers snacks, drinks, and family-friendly break options during your visit.
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Edge is an experience that is accessible to all with elevators and ramps for those who require it for their visit. Service animals are also permitted at Edge. Guests requiring assistance e.g. auxiliary aids or services, should contact Guest Services at (332) 204-8500 or [email protected] in advance of their visit for additional assistance or information. Please reach out to us with any questions about accommodations or accessibility, and we will get back to you with all the information you need to enjoy your time at Edge.
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Yes. Groups of 15 or more can use the Group Bookings & Private Events inquiry path, and student group options are available.