POLL: Are You Planning to Spend $32 to Visit One World Observatory?

April 8, 2015

It was big news yesterday that One World Observatory will open to the public on Friday, May 29th. But we can’t help but wonder if New Yorkers are feeling compelled to buy a $32 ticket to go to the viewing platform at 1,250 feet. Maybe it’s your fear of heights or the hefty admission fee that’s keeping you away. Or maybe you fall on the side that feels this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience bestowed upon us city dwellers. Either way, we want to know what you think.

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