Which New York passes include The Edge NYC?

The Edge NYC is the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, offering stunning panoramic views from 1,131 feet above the city. With its glass floor, angled glass walls, and open-air sky deck, The Edge provides a thrilling experience for visitors looking to see New York City from a unique perspective.

If you’re planning to visit, purchasing a New York discount pass can help you save money and streamline your entry. But which passes actually include The Edge NYC?

This guide breaks down the four most popular NYC passes, explaining whether they cover The Edge, how to use them, and key things to know before purchasing.

Which passes include The Edge NYC?

✅ Go City New York Explorer Pass – Yes, included. Choose 3, 5, 6, or more attractions and save up to 43%. No reservations needed.

✅ New York Sightseeing Flex Pass – Yes, included. Select 2 to 12 attractions from 100+ options. No reservations needed.

✅ Go City The New York Pass – Yes, included. Visit as many attractions as you like within 3, 4, or 5 consecutive days. No reservations needed.

❌ New York CityPASS – No, The Edge NYC is not included in this pass.

Go City New York Explorer Pass, New York Sightseeing Flex Pass and Go City The New York Pass include free entry to The Edge, while New York CityPASS doesn’t. In none of the instances, reservations are needed.

Now, let’s explore all the passes in detail.

Go City New York Explorer Pass

The Go City New York Explorer Pass lets you choose 3, 5, 6, or more attractions from a list of 90+ options across NYC.

This includes popular attractions and experiences such as:

Complete list of 90+ attractions

There’s no need to pick your attractions before you purchase. Just choose attractions as you go.

Buying this New York pass helps save up to 43% compared to buying individual attraction tickets. 

How to use Explorer Pass for The Edge

1. Go to a kiosk outside The Edge entrance and reserve the next available time slot.
2. When it’s your turn, scan your pass at the turnstile.
3. Go through security screening before entering.
4. Sunset visits are not included with the pass. If you want to visit at sunset, pay an upgrade fee at the kiosk.

Things to know

• Pass is valid for two years from purchase and 60 days from first use.
• Digital pass—no need for a printed ticket.
• Some attractions require reservations via the Go City app.
• No refunds or rescheduling once purchased.

Cost: Starts from $119

New York Sightseeing Flex Pass

The New York Sightseeing Flex Pass lets you choose 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, or 12 attractions from a list of 100+ options, saving up to 65% on entry fees.

Popular tourist attractions include:

Full list of 100+ attractions

How to use Sightseeing Flex Pass for The Edge

1. Go to Level 4 of The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards.
2. Find The Edge kiosk near the entrance.
3. Present your pass to reserve the next available time slot.

Things to know

• Pass is valid for two years from purchase and 60 days from first use.
• Most attractions do not require reservations, but some do.
• No refunds or rescheduling once purchased.

Cost: Starts from $85

Go City The New York Pass

The Go City The New York Pass lets you visit as many attractions as you want within 3, 4, or 5 consecutive days.

It provides access to 100+ attractions, including:

List of all attractions

How to use Go City pass for The Edge NYC

1. Go to a kiosk outside The Edge entrance.
2. Reserve your entry for the next available time slot.
3. When it’s time, scan your pass at the turnstile.
4. Go through security screening before entering.
5. Sunset entry is not included in the discount pass. You must pay an upgrade fee at the kiosk to visit during sunset.

Things to know

• Go City The New York Pass is valid for two years from purchase.
• Once activated, it is valid for the chosen number of consecutive days.
• Refunds available if canceled by 11:59 PM the day before your visit.

Cost: Starts from $274 (for a 3-day pass)

New York CityPASS

The New York CityPASS offers up to 43% savings on admission to five top NYC attractions.

It includes the Empire State Building Observatory and the American Museum of Natural History, plus your choice of three additional attractions from the list below.

Unfortunately, The Edge Observatory is not included in the New York CityPASS list of attractions.

Cost: Starts from $214

How to visit The Edge without a pass

If you decide not to buy a New York discount pass, you can still visit The Edge NYC by purchasing a ticket separately.

Where to buy tickets

• The easiest way to get tickets is by booking online in advance
• Walk-up tickets are available at Hudson Yards, but time slots may sell out, especially during peak hours.

Types of tickets you must select from

1. Standard Admission – Grants timed entry to The Edge, including access to both the indoor and outdoor observation decks ($49).
2. Flexi Pass – Allows flexible entry at any time on your selected day, giving you more freedom to plan your visit ($76).
3. Express Pass – Provides priority and flexible entry, letting you bypass all queues at the entrance, security, and elevator ($96).