One World Observatory

One World Observatory (at the top of One World Trade Center) is now open. We were excited to see the much talked about view from the top of this incredible structure.

This is the base of the One World Trade Center...it is covered in glass and steel panels.

 Lights behind these panels illuminate the tower at night. The tower is 1776 feet tall in commemoration of the US Declaration of Independence signed on July 4, 1776.

Inside the building is the entrance to the observatory.

At the time we entered, this was the count of people who had visited. The observatory opened May 31, 2015.

Taking a 60 second elevator ride up to the 102nd floor, we were met by magnificent views. This one is looking north up the Hudson River.

Looking out towards Governor's Island...southeast side of the Observatory.

Looking out towards The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island...southwest side of the Observatory.

Looking down on the 'Memory Pools' and entrance to the 9/11 Museum.

Looking east and seeing the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan Bridge connecting Manhattan to Brooklyn.

Looking towards Downtown Manhattan....and the Empire State Building.

It was a another great day and great event in New York City. A wonderful day to spend P-Day!