Empire State Building Introduces 'Happily Ever Empire' Engagement Package For Unforgettable Proposals On Its Iconic 86th Floor Observatory

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The Empire State Building has launched the 'Happily Ever Empire' proposal package, offering couples VIP access to its iconic 86th Floor Observatory for unforgettable engagements. Priced at $1,000 per couple, the package includes a private tour of the building’s exhibits and a chance to propose with stunning views. The observatory has recently undergone renovations worth $165 million, enhancing the visitor experience with a dedicated entrance, a new digital museum, and improved health and safety features. This initiative is part of the building's ongoing commitment to tourism and romance.

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• Launch of 'Happily Ever Empire' engagement package priced at $1,000 enhances romantic offerings.
• Recent $165 million renovation improves the observatory experience and visitor engagement.
• The building achieved the WELL Health-Safety Rating, ensuring high health and safety standards.

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Guests can now pop the question and toast to their "yes!" at the top of the World's Most Romantic Building

NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Empire State Building (ESB) launched 'Happily Ever Empire' – an unforgettable proposal package that provides couples with VIP access to the Observatory Experience. Ticket holders are invited to pop the question at a prime, dedicated corner of the building's iconic, open-air 86^th Floor Observatory and pop a bottle of Champagne to celebrate the memorable moment.

The exclusive package – priced at $1,000 per couple – includes a private guided tour through the Empire State Building's immersive exhibits, which feature the building's history and the classic love stories that have taken place within. After couples have celebrated their engagement on the world-famous 86^th Floor Observatory, they're invited to head up to the 102^nd Floor Observatory, with its floor-to-ceiling windows for breathtaking photos with stunning 360-degree views.

"There is no better place to celebrate love than the World's Most Romantic Building," said Jean-Yves Ghazi, president of the Empire State Building Observatory. "The Empire State Building has played host to so many love stories in its history, and we are delighted to now offer an exclusive, romantic, and customizable proposal experience for couples from around the world."

The Empire State Building's Observatory Experience recently underwent a top-to-bottom overhaul that includes a dedicated guest entrance, a 10 thousand square foot digital and tactile museum that celebrates the icon from the moment it was conceived to its current place in pop-culture, and the completely re-imagined 102^nd Floor Observatory. The renovations also include industry-leading indoor environmental quality (IEQ) improvements such as active bi-polar ionization, MERV 13 filters, and increased ventilation which led to the building's achievement as the first  in the Americas to receive the WELL Health-Safety Rating.

Tickets are available at https://www.esbnyc.com/buy-tickets/happily-ever-empire Must be 21 years old to purchase.

The 'Happily Ever Empire' package must be booked at least 24 hours in advance, with limited reservations available each day. Photographers, family, and friends must purchase Express tickets separately to take part in the celebration here. 

More information about the Empire State Building and its Observatory Experience can be found at www.esbnyc.com.

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About the Empire State Building   

The Empire State Building, "The World's Most Famous Building" owned by Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (ESRT: NYSE), soars 1,454 feet above Midtown Manhattan from base to antenna. The $165 million reimagination of the Empire State Building Observatory Experience creates an all-new experience with a dedicated guest entrance, an interactive museum with nine galleries, and a redesigned 102^nd Floor Observatory with floor-to-ceiling windows. The journey to the world-famous 86^th Floor Observatory, the only 360-degree, open-air observatory with views of New York and beyond, orients visitors for their entire New York City experience and covers everything from the building's iconic history to its current place in pop-culture. 2021 is the 90th anniversary year of the Building which officially opened on May 1, 1931. Declared "America's Favorite Building" by the American Institute of Architects, as well as the world's most popular travel destination by Uber and the #1 New York City attraction by Lonely Planet, it welcomes more than 4 million annual visitors from around the world.  

Empire State Since 2011, the building has been fully powered by renewable wind electricity, and its many floors primarily house a diverse array of office tenants such as LinkedIn, Shutterstock, and Global Brands Group, as well as retail options like STATE Grill and Bar, Tacombi, and Starbucks. For more information and Observatory Experience tickets visit esbnyc.com or follow the building's Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Weibo, YouTube, or TikTok.  

About Empire State Realty Trust  

Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) owns, manages, operates, acquires and repositions office and retail properties in Manhattan and the greater New York metropolitan area, including the Empire State Building, the "World's Most Famous Building." The company's office and retail portfolio covers 10.1 million rentable square feet, as of June 30, 2021, which consists of 9.4 million rentable square feet across 14 office properties, including nine in Manhattan, three in Fairfield County, Connecticut, and two in Westchester County, New York; as well as approximately 700,000 rentable square feet in the retail portfolio. 

Empire State Realty Trust is a leader in energy efficiency in the built environment and sustainability space, with 76 percent of the eligible portfolio ENERGY STAR certified and 100 percent fully powered by renewable wind electricity. As the first commercial real estate portfolio in the Americas to achieve the evidence-based, third-party verified WELL Health-Safety Rating for health and safety, ESRT additionally earned the highest possible GRESB 5 Star Rating and Green Star recognition for sustainability performance in real estate and was named a Fitwel Champion for healthy, high-performance buildings. To learn more about Empire State Realty Trust, visit esrtreit.com and follow ESRT on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.  

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FAQ

What is the 'Happily Ever Empire' engagement package from Empire State Realty Trust?

The 'Happily Ever Empire' engagement package offers VIP access to the Empire State Building's 86th Floor Observatory, including a private tour and champagne celebration for $1,000.

How much does the Happily Ever Empire package cost?

The package costs $1,000 per couple.

When was the 'Happily Ever Empire' package launched?

The package was launched on October 18, 2021.

What renovations were made to the Empire State Building's observatory?

The observatory underwent a $165 million renovation, including a dedicated guest entrance and a new digital museum.

What is the WELL Health-Safety Rating achieved by the Empire State Building?

The Empire State Building achieved the WELL Health-Safety Rating, ensuring high health and safety standards for visitors.