Welcome to our last-minute guide on where to catch the spectacular July 4th fireworks from NYC! Fireworks are set to kick-off at 9:30PM from both the East River and Hudson River so you can enjoy from either side of Manhattan. If you’re a procrastinator and still searching for the perfect spot to witness this annual extravaganza, fear not! We’ve compiled a list of restaurants and observation decks where tickets are still available for purchase. By fireworks time, the weather is set to be partly cloudy – perfect for rooftop bars or outdoor locations.
Perched at the pinnacle of Hudson Yards, this innovative attraction boasts the title of being the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere. With its breathtaking glass floor-to-ceiling windows, Edge provides unobstructed, 360-degree views of the sprawling metropolis below.
Details:
– $250
– One glass of champagne [+21] or non-alcoholic drink.
– One barbecue food item.
– Live music and DJ set by Latin Grammy winning and Grammy performing trumpeter, songwriter, and artist Spencer Ludwig.
The Summit One Vanderbilt observation deck provides visitors with an extraordinary skyline view from a remarkable vantage point. Situated atop the iconic One Vanderbilt skyscraper, this state-of-the-art observatory offers panoramic views that showcase the city’s architectural marvels.
Details:
– $325
– Two Premium Drinks
Located atop the historic Rockefeller Center, The Top of the Rock is a renowned attraction that provides visitors with an elevated perspective of the city’s majestic skyline. From the 70th floor, one can admire panoramic vistas that stretch from the Empire State Building to the Statue of Liberty.
Details:
– $55
Located 264 feet above the Bowery, the cloudM rooftop bar offers stunning views of the city’s towering buildings and bustling streets. Enjoy big skyline views from floor-to-ceiling glass windows.
Details:
– $10
– 1 Narragansett Lager 12oz can
Soak in views of Manhattan and the East River from this Long Island City rooftop. Lost in Paradise is a beautiful rooftop lounge serving up Latin fusion tapas and vibrant cocktails.
Details:
– $112
– 3 Hour Open Bar
– Unlimited BBQ Food
The rooftop at Public Hotel is a vibrant and energetic bar that appears to be floating in the sky, with jaw-dropping 360-degree panoramic views of the city through floor-ceiling windows.
Details:
– $30 Cover Charge
– Music by DJ Watson
Perched on the 21st floor of Hotel 50 Bowery, The Crown presents itself as a stunning rooftop bar under the guidance of renowned hospitality leader Gerber Group.
Details:
– $80 starting price for tickets
– Sounds by Mark Wolf
The Panorama Room is a sophisticated rooftop lounge located on the 18th floor of the Graduate Hotel on Roosevelt Island with a chic design and upscale atmosphere.
Details:
– $270
– Three-Hour Open Bar from 5PM – 8PM
– Passed Hors d’Oeuvres from 5PM – 8PM
The Rooftop at Exchange Place serves American fare & cocktails in a contemporary space with a retractable glass roof & skyline views. The Jersey City views offers stunning sights of the Lower Manhattan skyline.
Details:
– $35 General Admission
Elsie Rooftop is a chic and stylish rooftop bar located in Midtown that pays homage to Elsie de Wolfe, also known as Lady Mendl. Elsie was an American actress, interior decorator, and author who was a prominent figure in New York, Paris, and London society in the 20s.
Details:
– $40 General Admission
– Live DJ
Cath the Fireworks Show from 230 Fifth, a chic penthouse bar & lounge featuring a rooftop garden & live music. Set in central Manhattan, this bar is located just off Madison Square Park.
Details:
– $29 Cover Charge
– Live DJ
Watermark is a 10,000 square foot venue located at the end of Pier 15 in Manhattan, offering breathtaking views of the Brooklyn and Williamsburg bridges, the Brooklyn skyline, and the East River.
Details:
– $25 Cover Charge
– Live DJs
