Flemington, NJ - self-billed as the "world's largest miniature wonderland & train museum," the…read moresheer scale of this model railroad exhibit is immense and impressive. Although I'm not a model railroad enthusiast, I do love miniatures, and the details and craftsmanship of this entire enterprise are absolutely incredible and a sight to behold. We've driven by this imposing & austere white building off of Route 202 many times and I've always wondered about it - is it a defunct bank? A religious headquarters? A sanitarium? Well turns out, it was constructed specifically to house the growing railroad model which its creator, Bruce Zaccagnino, started building in the 1970s and worked on over the next 2.5 decades. Despite the size of the building, I didn't think the display would be that big, but the rooms just seemed to wind on forever, and it was interesting to see the scenes from different perspectives as you worked through the levels. There are over 100 trains running on seven miles of tracks! There was so much to see and I had fun studying the intricate details and playing "I spy" with my kiddo. If you're into trains, this attraction is obviously a can't-miss, but my family including our toddler loved it. It's an awesome place to take kids. There are a few raised steps in various rooms for younger kids to step on, but they really ought to install more throughout the complex so kids that aren't tall enough can see the installations better. About 3/4 of the way through, there is a kids play zone area, with lots of seats to take a break. Toward the end of the tour is where you enter the bizarro world of kitschy and creepy dolls (and I say this as a fond devotee of creepy/old dolls...so it's right up my alley and really stirred my goth sensibilities). There are also some organs lying around - the keyboard kind, not the human kind. The outdoor train ride seems cool and we really wanted to ride it but it wasn't operating when we went earlier in the year. Hope it's up and running now. There is a nice and large gift shop with a room off to the side that sells vintage train parts and accessories, in addition to regular toys, gifts and branded merchandise. The whole work is a marvel and I recommend a visit! I'd like to see it again and we will come back when my child is a little older and can take it all in with more understanding and appreciation.

Two adults, two young train lovers paid admission to walk through a building with very few trains…read morerunning. Bet I could have counted them on my two hands. If this facility is not going to run a slew of trains, they should shut their door and stop taking fees from people. Such a disappointment.

Top of the Rock at night. It was just magical. I loved how the city just lit up…read more It gets cold up there, so bring a jacket. I loved the cute cafe where you can sit, relax, and drink. Great spot to check off from your bucket list if you want to see New York from a bird's eye view.

I was extremely disappointed with the FIFA Watch Party at Top of the Rock…read more I had been looking forward to this match for months and expected an unforgettable experience. Instead, it turned into one of the most poorly organized events I've ever attended. The venue was severely overcrowded, and there were far too few TVs for the number of people admitted. Most guests, including us, couldn't even watch the game because there simply wasn't enough viewing space. We spent the event walking around trying to find a place where we could see a screen, but it was impossible. This event was clearly oversold without proper planning or consideration for the guest experience. We paid specifically to watch the FIFA final, but ended up missing most of the match. We left feeling frustrated, disappointed, and honestly scammed. This was not the experience that was advertised or promised. I hope Top of the Rock takes responsibility for what happened and provides refunds to the affected guests, while making sure events like this are organized much better in the future.

In 19th century London, a crackpot Victorian engineer named Alexander Stanhope St. George dreamed…read moreup an undersea tunnel to serve as a speedy traffic conduit from London to New York. (He hated travel by boat) His traffic corridor was never realized, but his enterprising great grandson Paul St. George recently discovered the mysterious blueprints of his great-grandfather's incomplete dig. The younger St. George has installed fiberoptic cables running under the Atlantic, through the completed tunnel, from the Brooklyn Bridge to London's Tower Bridge, allowing New Yorkers and Londoners to greet each other in real time, across the pond! St. George's story is so intriguing and fanciful--and it really is quite a marvel to wave at our friends over in London and see them wave back. In fact, it's so much fun to tickle our brains with St. George's fantasy, don't you dare think for a second about skype, cellphones, the internet, streaming video or other inventions of our non-Victorian age, or your creeping doubts may just ruin this enchanting tale. Go see it for yourself, until June 15th.

I wish it would have been here permanently. They could easily make it a paid attraction. It was the…read morefirst time I did anything like this. Since then I have called people and waved from web cams. But this was just too cool and so much fun! I e-mailed people in London to meet me at a certain time in front of the Telectroscope and they did. Look at the picture I have. It is priceless. It is a family in London and see the bridge in the background!. I wish it would come back!

We had read about Summit One and decided we wanted to check it out on our recent visit to New York…read morebefore embarking on a cruise. It is located on three floors near the top of one of the tallest skyscrapers in Manhattan and located next to Grand Central Terminal. They opened in 2021. At 1401, it is the 4th tallest building in New York after the One World Trade Center, 111 West 57th Street, and Central Park Tower, and is one of the 30 tallest buildings in the world. It was absolutely stunning. You immediately are thrown into an immersive, multi-sensory experience with art installations, floor to ceiling mirrors, and of course, stunning views of this fantastic city. There are several different fun rooms to explore: Yayoi Kusama's "Clouds" -- mirror-polished stainless-steel floor sculptures that create an infinitely reflective surface underfoot. The Affinity Balloon Room with hundreds of reflective Mylar balloons creating an otherworldly, frequently photographed space which you get to play with as well - Levitation skyboxes -- glass platforms protruding over 1,000 feet above Manhattan for genuine vertigo-inducing views - The Ascent elevator -- traveling along the building's exterior, rising 120 feet with Manhattan visible through the glass floor below. A word to the wise, book your tickets in advance as this is a very popular attraction to visit in New York, and it is so worth it. You will be awestruck by the 360-degree views of the Manhattan skyline. A special thank you to Jeremy, Alyssa, and Tae (manager) for their kindness and assistance to us during our visit.

Incredible experience but make sure to download/screenshot your tickets before entering…read more I went with my mother at 11am on a Sunday and it was a bit busy, but not too bad. The crowd control and flow of the environment was smooth and comfortable. We had already shown our tickets twice and received wristbands after entering. Then we were brought into a theatre room for a short film about the building after having gone through security. Then we entered another line and were asked to present our tickets a third time in order to scan and open the gate. Since the entry area is in the basement of the building, I had no cell service at that point and I had put my phone away as we were already inside the area past security and I didn't think our tickets would be needed yet again. I had one ticket queued up to scan from before, but the second ticket could not be loaded. They advised me to connect to the WiFi network, which required me to log in with my name, email, and phone number all while a line was building up behind us due to the delay. The WiFi did not work at all and I was unable to load the ticket. I showed that I had the ticket confirmation email with the receipt and we had already shown our tickets twice in order to enter in the first place, but they said that they could not let us in without scanning the tickets. We were taken out of the line and sent all the way back to the customer service desk, where they had to physically print out the tickets. However, because one ticket had already been scanned, only one was printed and we were once again turned away at the gate and sent back to customer service. Finally, they were able to override the system to let us through (not sure why they couldn't just do that first). This took about half an hour total of waiting and back and forth. If I had known better, I would have had the tickets screenshotted/downloaded ahead of time, but it should not be this complicated to get through especially since the tickets were shown before in order to get inside in the first place. The tickets should be scanned before even entering the facility and going through security to avoid such a hassle, or at least provide reliable WiFi as I am sure that others may have similar issues. It should also be more clear that tickets will need to be shown again after leaving the theatre area as this was confusing and a bit annoying as well. Otherwise, I was extremely impressed with the experience and the beauty of the space. Despite the crowd, everything was well spaced-out and it did not feel crowded at all once upstairs. The Levitation experience of standing on glass above the city was absolutely worth the wait in the line which was much faster than expected. Despite the hiccups of entering the facility, the staff did a great job managing the guests and keeping the space safe and comfortable for all. I loved the 3-floor layout of the space as well as the art installations and I highly recommend for locals and tourists alike.

A great experience. Look for any coupons. I did pay full price right at Hudson Yards. Located…read moreinside the mall. After a short interactive elevator experience, you enter the indoor space. Lots of photo ops here from different angles and in the outdoor section, there's some balcony seating. There's a glass floor window to the bottom, nerve wracking if you have a fear of heights. On a windy day, terrifying! I couldn't even sit on it. Overall, a great experience. There seem to be a few more of these high view point experiences besides the Empire State Building popping up in NYC. Definitely check it out while you are visiting.

I was very disappointed with Edge. Originally, I had wanted to do the City Climb experience, but…read morethey were doing renovations to it, and it wasn't available. In hindsight, it was for the best. As it was, I paid extra for priority access, which allows you to skip the lines. But there was no line to get in, and no line for the elevator up. There was a line for the elevator down that I got to skip, but it was only about 10 people, so I basically saved 5 minutes. The whole experience took me about 15-20 minutes. With Top of Rock, you've got the beam, the lift, and the short fun little movie at the beginning, with Empire, you have the historical aspect of it, and with Summit 1, you have the ballroom. There's nothing special or drawing to Edge. The views are ok, but the deck is on the smaller side of the ones I've been to. Security was a little rude and off-putting. The first security guard said I set the alarm off and sends me over to the side. That guy waves me through, then the original guy starts freaking out for me to stop. I go back to the 2nd, and I'm like you waived me through, and he just keeps saying it's ok. And pawing at my stuff, mind I had a clear bag so you see everything in case I set an alarm off. Anyway, It better be ok, I went to stop, and YOU waived me through. Overall, of the observation decks I've done, Edge has been the worst. 1. Top of the Rock 2. Summit 1 3. One Times Square 4. Empire State 5. Edge

Visited One World Observatory and it was definitely a highlight of our trip! The views are great,…read moreseeing the entire city laid out in every direction gives alot of appreciation for the city. Totally worth it for the views alone. We also had dinner there and the setting was gorgeous. We both left impressed from the experience. If you're visiting NYC, this is a must-do!

One World Observatory at the top of One World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan, and it stands out as…read moreone of the most impressive observation experiences in New York City. Located at the summit of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, the observatory offers sweeping panoramic views that capture the full scale of the New York skyline. The atmosphere begins building even before reaching the top. The elevator ride itself is part of the experience, featuring a visual timeline that shows the transformation of New York City's skyline over several centuries as you ascend the tower. By the time you reach the observation level, the sense of height and perspective is already striking. The observation deck offers unobstructed views in every direction. From the windows, visitors can see landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Hudson River, and Midtown Manhattan stretching into the distance. The indoor design keeps the environment comfortable year-round while still delivering dramatic views of the city. The experience also includes interactive exhibits and multimedia displays that help visitors understand the geography, neighborhoods, and history of New York. These elements add context and depth rather than simply presenting the skyline as a visual spectacle. Service throughout the observatory felt organized and professional. Staff guide visitors efficiently through the entry process and help maintain a smooth flow even during busy periods. From a global travel perspective, One World Observatory ranks among the great urban observation decks I have visited in cities like Tokyo, Shanghai, and Dubai where skyline views become a defining part of the travel experience.

The Park Avenue Observatory was built in 1934…read more A lot of folks came to look for the autumn colors / foliage. (Hawks Nest is just down the road). This place has an actual parking lot though. (No restroom ) Park Avenue was built in 1933 by the Civilian Conservation Corps along the base of Mt. William as a "scenic route" into the city of Port Jervis and to provide employment to the people in Port Jervis. What to expect? You can see the rooftop view of the town of Port Jervis! Note: There are stairs and a ramp as well so you can see the view of the foliage & rooftops.

A beautiful place for a picnic, events, and weddings. It's huge, with lots to do. Even if you get…read morelost, it will be a fun experience with lots to do and discover. I look forward to going back next year.

I work here, and aside from the 1.5-hour plus commute, it's a glorious place to work. Stunning…read moregrounds, fragrant air, wildlife galore. It's also inspiring to be in the company of some of the finest scientific minds of our time.

Lush hilly terrain. The Arboretum is fenced in so deer can't bother the native plants. It turned…read moreinto a lovely day, so the birds are out. I can sit here for hours just watching the leaves sway. There are walking trails, plenty of benches, and a Stone house that has exhibits and information. Park is open all year round, but apparently the Stone house is only open on certain days. It is not open now.

Very quiet, so peaceful here. Another great place to do some bird watching. There are lots of…read moredifferent types of wildflowers and trees. Hilly walking trails. We love this place. Street parking is easy to find.

Wow! What an amazing and immersive experience! The Empire State Building is a 102-story Art Deco…read moreskyscraper in Midtown Manhattan, famous for its iconic design, rapid construction, and its status as the world's tallest building for nearly 40 years. My wife was a bit reluctant to go on this tour (she's scared of heights, obviously), but somehow I managed to convince her (with my charm of course). And she was so happy I did. The Empire State Building remains a defining global symbol of New York City. Its total height reaches 1,454 feet (now that's tall). I'd be lying if I didn't say that was a bit intimidating. But when we got to the 86th floor (observation deck), there was an apparent stillness and quietness in the air. Kind of peaceful! Looking down from above, everything seemed minuscule- like the world below us was built with little tiny Legos. It truly was quite the experience!

Monday 6th July 2026 Rainy cool 65°F…read more Midtown East, NYC Fun fact: Did you know that the Empire State building was built in 1931, but did not become fully occupied with tenants until 1956? The Empire State building was called the "Empty State" building in its early years and did not become profitable until the 1950s. The year 1931, the country was going through a major Depression era after the stock market crashed in 1929. However, in the 1950s, after WWII, the economy skyrocketed and the tallest NYC building became quite successful and a popular tourist attraction. It remained the tallest skyscraper in New York City until 1973, when the Twin Towers were built in lower Manhattan. Thank you for reading, and have a great day!