Top of the Rock.

In 2 Shout NY guides.

1. City

   The Best Views in New York City

   Many locals argue this is the best overall observation deck, and they have a point.

   Go for: The classic photo of the Empire State Building, framed by the towers of Midtown.

2. City

   Things to Do in New York at Night (That Aren't Just Bars)

   The Empire State Building gets the global recognition, but Top of the Rock has the better view, because it has the Empire State Building in the view.

   Go for: The unobstructed Central Park view from one side and the Empire State Building from the other.