Top of the Rock Observation Deck is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

1. Top of the Rock Observation Deck

9.3
30 Rockefeller Plz (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Scenic Lookout · Rockefeller Center · 885 tips and reviews

Owen B.Owen Bailey: Great view of Manhattan and perfect place to see the Empire State. Looks incredible at night

AlekseyAleksey: Great views and friendly staff. I liked it more than Empire State Building

Leigh Anne Z.Leigh Anne Zinsmeister: My favorite place to get views of NYC. Go for sunset.

Brooklyn Bridge is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

2. Brooklyn Bridge

9.5
Brooklyn Bridge, New York, NY
Bridge · 1011 tips and reviews

JulinaJulina: Walk the bridge from Brooklyn to Manhattan right before sunset,especially early summer. It's refreshing and awesome view of skyline.

Allison K.Allison Kaminski: Awesome view of the entire city!! Go for a walk all the way across! You can see the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building

ZulmaZulma: Loved the walk and the views of the city right before sunset!

Brooklyn Bridge Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

3. Brooklyn Bridge Park

9.6
Furman St (Plymouth St), Brooklyn, NY
Park · Brooklyn Heights · 417 tips and reviews

Roggy R.Roggy Rocksteady: Great first kiss spot! Absolutely gorgeous waterfront with unparalleled views of Brooklyn Bridge and manhattan skyline.

SheenaSheena: Great views, places to grill with a big group, lots of food vendors, running and biking routes

Jeffrey K.Jeffrey Kao: Amazing view of the Manhattan Skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge. Lots of people like to walk along the bridge and finish their journey here with the nearby Shake Shack!

Empire State Building is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

4. Empire State Building

9.0
350 5th Ave (btwn 33rd & 34th St), New York, NY
Structure · Koreatown · 1174 tips and reviews

Alx L.Alx Lac: A Nice place to visit at night. You can also have a drink on the 230th 5th avenue roof top to have a great view on this building!

Juliana A.Juliana Amorim: great view, fantastic sunset. very good photos of NY skylines. Strong wind, always.

Karina H.Karina Hdez Velasco: Amazing view!! Way better than the top of the rock 😍.

Top of The Standard is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

5. Top of The Standard

9.0
848 Washington St (at W 13th St), New York, NY
Roof Deck · Meatpacking District · 313 tips and reviews

Sadik A.Sadik Aydin Photography: View definitely amazing, I enjoyed it with my margarita and great salsa trio.

Paty C.Paty Ceja: Best place ever! Beautiful view and good music! Definetely my favourite !!!

Khalifa A.Khalifa Al Falasi: One of the best places with a stunning view

Gantry Plaza State Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

6. Gantry Plaza State Park

9.6
Center Blvd (btwn 46th & 48th Ave), Queens, NY
State or Provincial Park · Hunters Point · 131 tips and reviews

Dana O.Dana OMalley: Best view of Manhattan anywhere. Gorgeous area all-around. Love. :)

Neil M.Neil Mathew: Beautiful view for entire city..awesome sunset.

Isuru J.Isuru Jayaratna: Great view, good seating, can ride bikes or walk dogs

Le Bain is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

7. Le Bain

8.8
848 Washington St (at W 13th St), New York, NY
Night Club · Meatpacking District · 347 tips and reviews

Graphic AgencyGraphic Agency: Love Sundays. Beautiful ladies, great music, gorgeous views, and killer crepes!

Greg W.Greg Wong 🎯: This is the place to be Sunday nights. But if you want to go when it's chill, check it out on weekend afternoons and catch a great view from the rooftop.

Katie S.Katie Schloss: Some of the best views of the city and a crêperie. What more could you ask for?

Rockefeller Center is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

8. Rockefeller Center

9.1
Rockefeller Plaza (btwn W 49th & W 50th St), New York, NY
Plaza · Rockefeller Center · 848 tips and reviews

Swemeatballs ..Swemeatballs .: Top of the rock view is definitely the best one in New York. Don't bother with the Empire State

Rewan P.Rewan Parti: Rockefeller offers scenic displays throughout the year, from Christmas Tree and Ice Rink in winters to a beautiful cafe in the summer. A lot of artists perform early mornings!

Julio V.Julio Villarespe: Great views, ice skating and a plus the blue bottle coffee.

One World Observatory is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

9. One World Observatory

8.8
1 World Trade Ctr (Floor 100), New York, NY
Scenic Lookout · Financial District · 205 tips and reviews

Milind O.Milind Oke: Amazing 360 degree view of New York and Jersey city

Chris H.Chris Hinton: Amazing view, obviously. But a pretty relaxing space at the top of the tower too.

Emre A.Emre Aktuna: Sunset time is the Best ideal time for wonderfull views. Amazing and wonderfull. You must see

Whitney Museum of American Art is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

10. Whitney Museum of American Art

9.2
99 Gansevoort St (btwn 10th Ave & Washington St), New York, NY
Art Museum · Meatpacking District · 435 tips and reviews

chinachina: Grab a glass of rosé on the rooftop for a gorgeous view of the city.

Stephanie M.Stephanie M: I honestly enjoyed the architecture more than the collection. The views of the city are stunning and there is a ton of outdoor seating for visitors to relax and take it all in!

i.am. a.i.am. a.: Amazing modern art museum and amazing views from the rooftop!

The Standard, High Line is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

11. The Standard, High Line

9.1
848 Washington St (at W 13th St), New York, NY
Hotel · Meatpacking District · 256 tips and reviews

Jeff M.Jeff Melnyk: I keep coming back. Very comfortable beds, great design, exceptional service, and incredible views.

GQ MagazineGQ Magazine: Upstairs you have the Boom Boom Room, whose views of the city is unparalleled, and Le Bain, perhaps the only place where you can gaze over Manhattan in a hot tub with a vodka tonic in your hand.

Sven L.Sven Lenaerts: Without a doubt, gorgeous rooms with a gorgeous view.

Iris & B Gerald Cantor Roof Garden is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

12. Iris & B Gerald Cantor Roof Garden

8.8
1000 5th Ave (Roof), New York, NY
Roof Deck · Central Park · 112 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: One of our favorite NY things to do is have cocktails after work on the roof of the Metropolitan, and take in the best views of Central Park. Open through late fall. Closed on Mondays.

Philip H.Philip Harper: A great reason to go see tons of art reward yourself with a drink and a great view of central park and the city. Nice mixed drinks and good old bottled beers available!

Paige C.Paige C: Such a beautiful view of the city and Central Park! Very hot though (very little shade!) Drinks are delicious!

Mandarin Oriental is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

13. Mandarin Oriental

9.0
80 Columbus Cir (at W 60th St), New York, NY
Hotel · Hell's Kitchen · 88 tips and reviews

Yossinee N.Yossinee Nanakorn: Get the Park View Room and just relax and enjoy the excellent service that is just as satisfying as the park itself.

Douglas EllimanDouglas Elliman: Enjoy the breathtaking views of central park and the Manhattan skyline from this luxurious hotel. We love the Asian inspired cocktails and consistently incredible staff and services.

Bethany L.Bethany Looi: Afternoon tea here is a must! Ask for a seat by the window so you an enjoy the view of Central Park and Columbus circle!

Battery Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

14. Battery Park

9.1
Battery Pl (at State St), New York, NY
Park · Financial District · 301 tips and reviews

Erika N.Erika Nagamine: If you visit the liberty state from NYC certain you go to this little park! It's beautiful and has a great view from newest part of this island!

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: This 25-acre space is like Manhattan’s delicate fingernail, neatly plotted with monuments, memorials, gardens, sculptures and a farm-to-table café, plus killer waterfront views from the promenade. Read more.

Joely L.Joely Lara: It has the most amazing views in NY, and it has free wifi, always a plus!