Below you'll find information about measures attractions have put in place to ensure guest safety. Please note that due to reduced capacity and social distancing requirements, some exhibits, experiences and attractions may be temporarily unavailable; check the attraction websites for more details. Some attractions may not currently accept cash; please have alternative payment forms available.
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- Visitors are required to wear masks, will have temperature screenings, and will be asked to remain 6 feet apart.
- Employees will have temperature screenings and are required to wear personal protective equipment.
- The attraction is operating at reduced capacity with controlled elevator capacities, will provide hand sanitizer and will be controlling traffic flow.
- The Observatory will be sanitized during open hours with frequent cleaning of high touch surfaces, have overnight Electrostatic Disinfectant spray of the entire Observatory space, and has fresh air ventilation with a state-of-the-art air purification system.
- Visit Empire State Building's website for more information.
Statue Cruises
- Guests age 3 and over are required to wear masks. Visitors will have temperature screenings, and will be asked to remain 6 feet apart.
- Employees will have temperature screenings and are required to wear masks and gloves.
- The attraction is operating at reduced capacity, will provide hand sanitizer, will be cleaned during open hours, will be controlling traffic flow, and will be limiting and controlling seating.
- Visit Statue Cruise's website for more information.
Circle Line Cruises
- Guests are required to wear masks, will have temperature screenings, and will be asked to remain 6 feet apart.
- Employees will have temperature screenings and are required to wear masks and gloves.
- The attraction is operating at reduced capacity, will provide hand sanitizer, will be cleaned during open hours, will be controlling traffic flow, and will be limiting and controlling seating.
- Visit Circle Line Cruise's website for more information.
Hornblower Sightseeing Cruises
- Guests are encouraged to wear masks and will be asked to remain 6 feet apart.
- Employees will have temperature screenings and are required to wear masks and gloves.
- The attraction is operating at reduced capacity, will provide hand sanitizer, will be cleaned during open hours, will be controlling traffic flow, and will be limiting and controlling seating.
- Visit Circle Line Cruise's website for more information.