The entire sky deck structure weighs 765,000 pounds and was bolted together on the ground before being hoisted 1,100 feet into the air.
The 79 glass panels surrounding the deck weigh 1,200 pounds each and are manufactured in Germany.
The glass floor section allows visitors to stand directly above the construction site of the Western Yard phase of the development.
The building's design includes a 360-degree view, covering sights from the Empire State Building to the New Jersey coastline.
The deck's architecture was engineered by Thornton Tomasetti, the same firm behind the Burj Khalifa.
The outdoor space includes an eastern point that allows one person to stand alone at the furthest edge of the platform.
Edge NYC is the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, suspended 1,131 feet above street level on the 100th floor of 30 Hudson Yards. The platform features an angular, glass-bottom floor that provides a direct vertical view of the streets below. The outdoor deck spans 7,500 square feet and is enclosed by 79 frameless glass panels angled outward to allow visitors to lean over the city. A staircase, known as the Skyline Steps, serves as both seating and an elevated vantage point for views facing Midtown Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty. The facility includes an indoor viewing area with floor-to-ceiling windows and a champagne bar. The structure was completed and opened in March 2020 as part of the Hudson Yards real estate development.
The easternmost tip of the triangular deck provides the most iconic unobstructed view of the New York City skyline.
Bring a windbreaker or additional layer, as wind speeds are significantly higher at this elevation than at ground level.
Book your entry slot for 30-45 minutes before sunset to capture both daytime views and the transition to the city's night lights.
Avoid bringing tripods or professional stabilization equipment, as they are prohibited on the deck.
Do not wait until the day of your visit to purchase tickets, as peak-time entry slots frequently sell out in advance.
Avoid wearing loose clothing or hats that may be caught by high winds; avoid placing cameras directly against the glass floor if using flash.
