This Valentine’s Day, you have the very unique opportunity to write a letter to your special someone asking them to meet you at the top of The Empire State Building on the 14th, just like Annie Reed did for Sam Baldwin in one of the most heart-melting romantic comedies of all time, Sleepless in Seattle. The ultimate Valentine’s Day date in New York has just arrived, and trust us—it’ll leave you as sleepless as the movie title suggests.
Well, maybe sleepless in New York is more accurate—because with a view like this, you’ll hardly notice the hours passing. But even though Sam and Annie’s textbook romance took place in the Emerald City and not the Big Apple, it still feels close enough, especially with the whirlwind of a big-city romance. And if you and your Valentine are headed up to NYC’s most iconic building for the special day this year, chances are that your romance has some city ties, too.
On February 14th, the ESB is hosting a special Movie Night featuring the classic romantic comedy that stars Meg Ryan, Tom Hanks, and, of course, the Empire State Building itself. Tickets are $135 per person (plus a $5 booking fee) and include access to both the 86th and 102nd Floor Observation Decks, the Empire State Building Museum Experience, and complimentary non-alcoholic drinks, snacks, and confectionery.
🎥 Available screenings
- 4:30 PM (arrival by 3:45 PM)
- 7:45 PM (arrival by 7:00 PM)
Last year’s Valentine’s Day showings sold out, so don’t miss your chance to relive—or recreate—the magic.
❤️ What’s included in your ticket
- Access to the Empire State Building’s 86th and 102nd Floor Observation Decks
- Access to the Empire State Building’s Museum Experience on the 2nd Floor
- Complimentary non-alcoholic drinks, snacks, and confectionary
After the movie, guests will ascend to the Observatory decks for breathtaking 360-degree views of New York City. Whether you’re watching the skyline light up at sunset from the 86th Floor or taking in the city lights from the 102nd Floor, it’s the perfect setting for a romantic night out that’s straight out of the movies.
So why not make this Valentine’s Day one for the movies? Write that letter, climb those stairs—or take the elevator—and let the skyline set the scene for your own unforgettable romantic moment. After all, love in the city never looked this good.
To learn more and snag a ticket for yourself, see ESB’s official website.