One World Observatory- Tourist Trap Or Must Visit? (NYC Attraction Review)

[@HereBeBarr]

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[@bibekdas5595]

Here Be Barr love you bro

[@Golfadventureswithchris]

Hopefully next time I'll go up there.

[@darthcrypto6025]

Is this the tallest public point in the western hemisphere? All my research showed me that the cn tower in Toronto i taller. Please help!!!

[@vesnabe8552]

Ll Lpplpl

[@MitchellBPYao]

Maybe one day and first place to visit

[@sweetlildevil7597]

You missed the part where the Twin Towers briefly appear in the elevator timeline :-(

[@vibbersvibes4612]

yep....

[@TheTravelingClatt]

Incredible experience to share together my dude that was so much fun

[@HereBeBarr]

Thank you for helping to arrange this :) The weekly collabs are truly a lot of fun.

[@kingphillip11mercado21]

hi. TheTravelingClatt pinoy miss u..lol

[@Baileej8878]

Did you eat at one dine?

[@ImpartiallySpeaking]

I’ll never forget the day I looked down over New York from the top of the original world trade centre where the cafe area lead to visitors stepping down to a perimeter seating area from which the memories of a lifetime were made. The flaw to the design of the original perimeter area on the cafe level was that when you stood up you battered your head on the hand rail of the higher level! Was it worth a bump on the head? Of course! ❤️

[@pokemonassociate2238]

That’s so cool! It must be really sad not seeing them in the skyline of New York anymore

[@anthonyscarpa6107]

Those Towers should of still been there if Security did it's job right .. I use to go there to the top as well

[@ImpartiallySpeaking]

@@anthonyscarpa6107 the reason they’re not still standing is because air traffic control totally messed up and waited more than half an hour to notify the US airforce. Had they been notified immediately the airforce would have intercepted the planes and the towers would still be standing today,

[@bobochichang25]

Some people are so dumb to believe about the government propaganda. How can an airplane DEMOLISHED a building? You guys know how demolition looks like? They put bomb underground and the building sinks in. This twin tower is propaganda to destroy the image of Muslim so usa can get the control of arab countries, that's the reason why gasoline is cheap! It costs lives!! Use your brains people

[@luisespineira9882]

Amazing video. I had worked on the 98th floor of Two World Trade Center from 1994-96. Yes, the view is like nothing else and just as beautiful at night too. Glad you visited on a clear day or you be in the clouds. I must visit just to see the views in the elevator going up. Great job!

[@HereBeBarr]

Thanks Luis, I never did get to the visit the original World Trade center.

[@dallaschan3481]

Hey you where 20 floors above me but I worked from 1992 - 2001 I left September 10th and they wanted me to work on the 11th so I went but was 19 minutes late I'm very lucky and I still want to know what happened to all of my friends who where there but I'm happy for all the people who survived but it's still very sad till this day

[@zacharygrossman8316]

@@dallaschan3481 Yep someone who watches Spongebob and dank memes is definitely above 16... I have a hard time believing you worked at the world trade centre, sorry dude.

[@kRod200]

My mom worked on floor 105 WTC 1 for Cantor Fitzgerald she worked there from 1988-2001 she was in the basement on her way to the lobby when the north tower was hit and everyone immediately evacuated from the basement, she lived lucky.

[@Texaslawhorn]

@@kRod200 She was lucky. I'm glad for her. So many of her colleagues passed away that morning

[@robertschneider6579]

Wow! - I have been up tp the top 6 times - totally worth the money. Everytime someone comes to NYC, I take them up. Super AWESOME!

[@HereBeBarr]

This is on my must show for first timers, I will make them spend the money once.

[@rudyfrombelgium4352]

I have been visiting this tower 2 years ago, and I will do again this year with my daughter. For several reasons. By respect for all people that contributed to build this new place and for the memory... To be honest, no matter the prize. It deserves it. Keep going your great job Man. Always nice to discover your new videos. Hello from Belgium.

[@HereBeBarr]

I 100% agree with you Rudy :)

[@rudyfrombelgium4352]

@@HereBeBarr Thanks so much 🙏

[@JacobCarlson]

Such a cool experience! Glad I got to do it with you and Adriana (and Tal, I guess...)

[@HereBeBarr]

Tal's Okay...

[@gary1961]

The 'big reveal' when the lift (elevator) reached the top made me gasp. It is beyond awesome, it really is and well worth the money. In 2016, it was $8 for a bottle of beer.

[@jessuncharted]

WoW!!! The Views are amazing!!!! This video is legit one of my favorites!!! Adriana def needs her own channel!! Loving the bloopers at the end!!

[@HereBeBarr]

Thanks :)

[@steverocksyo]

I don't really like elevators, but this is the perfect distraction for my phobia, also because it's a finite 'movie' you'll get feel for when it's going to end and then you're at the top. Who thought of that, lovely!

[@josifaleiro3943]

This is indeed a great place to visit. Especially on a sunny day. Breathtaking view.

[@TommyboyGTP]

I went there and it was totally worth it. Got a fridge magnet and a blue T shirt with the building on it saying "stand tall and carry on"

[@ironhouse9311]

Scared to death of heights ! My ass closed when the doors opened

[@pvanikka]

I watched your vids before i came here in nyc and now im here!! Yeah it's freezin cold!

[@HereBeBarr]

Hhahaha almost warm !!

[@lindsaykelly6548]

One World Trade is an amazing experience! My husband and I went up there last year and plan on bringing our kids up there in May. Such a beautiful area to see and sad at the same time, definitely gave me goosebumps being at the memorial site. Awesome video!

[@HereBeBarr]

Thanks

[@Mark-ft3sl]

Me and my wife travelled from Scotland in December to visit nyc and I would highly recommend one world. Fantastic views all round and a great experience, this was our favourite observation deck along with the summit and the edge, if you visit New York these 3 are a must!

[@Strato13]

My favorite building. I've been there many times, and never tire of it. Great coffee and a great view always 🖤

[@tetra3ne56scur3]

From a fellow New Yorker Yes 3:31 whoahh it’s automatic window shades also are a projector and after watching that show “haha made you come up here”

[@diobalague2329]

Great video Jon (as usual). I used to work with the brother of the only Venezuelan male who died in the attacks (Howard Boulton; only 2 the Venezuelans died, he and a Chinese-Venezuelan woman) and, idk, I'd like to go there in order pay somehow a tribute to somebody who personally and whose family treated me very well. BTW and regarding th Q&A video, I had no idea u were a cancer survivor, me as well (colon cancer 4 years ago, chimio and radio included, and quite exhausting) .. sometimes those are the life expiriences that push out the best of US, and in my case it was the one which opened my eyes and made up my mind to accomplish one of my goals and a huge dream in life: living at least a couple years in NYC. Im not there yet, but I'm quite determined to make it. however, in my country we're going through such quite an ordeal, that it's been so complicated saving money... Anyhow, I'm very optimistic that by the end of the year I'll have saved enough to jump into the greatest experience I'll ever live. WISH ME LUCK!! regards from Caracas...

[@HereBeBarr]

Buena suerte 😉!!!!

[@robertor6564]

Lived in NYC 35 yrs till my wife kidnapped me to Houston. Visiting family in May and saving ALL your videos for the trip. Great work

[@06bostonguy]

I’ve been up there twice and the views are amazing !!!!! You can see the whole NYC Worth every penny.

[@matt7iron]

My hands are sweating just watching this, I'm afraid of heights

[@lindathetford3776]

I feel you lol it's a beautiful view but I am very scared of certain heights

[@TheDragonflyCottage]

Wow, what a frightening but magical elevator ride!! Unbelievable view! Thank you so much for this vlog, Jon and Adriana. One of my most magical NY moments was having dinner at the Rainbow Room around 1971, and that is only about 65 floors. That is nothing compared to this. God’s Eye View.

[@HereBeBarr]

Yeah, it's so high up and you get there so fast it feels surreal.

[@TheDragonflyCottage]

We had one of those express elevators to the Rainbow Room, way back then. My stomach stayed on the first floor for awhile. 😊

[@ramencurry6672]

Check out the Grand Canyon. That will also blow you away.

[@williamadams9318]

This is the most spectacular place you visit. Glad you showed me. I would never return to visit NYC. Once in my life was enough. Thank you so much.

[@HereBeBarr]

Hahahaha. not for everyone but thanks I agree.

[@keegsw4982]

Raining and cloudy day we had booked for . Not a problem they rebooked us in for the next day when the sun shone . Stunning views , the elevator experience is amazing . Well worth the entrance fee

[@MonsterMode2011]

About to go up in a few hours! Watching this as preparation!

[@NelsonFalcao6ix]

Another banger ! Great video, this is the only observatory i haven't been to yet in NYC...going to check it out next time I'm in town. Between empire state and Rockefeller i think Rockefeller has the better view.

[@rochelleknoller3851]

Haven’t been here, but would love to go! Thanks for the great view, Jon! You’re the best!

[@HereBeBarr]

Any time !

[@amandaaltman4154]

Fyi...Groupon has a really great sale going on right now. I just purchased our tickets for this summer. Thanks for the video! I'm very excited!

[@jordanlacombe4318]

I went to the top in July 2017, and it was gorgeous! I recommend it.

[@maryg4158]

Was there 2 days ago from Ireland..absolutely amazing.

[@bobayotte2940]

We're going to NYC this July. Looking forward to seeing the view from up there.

[@jossym]

It does look good, but I can't believe they didn't design something that had an outside observation deck like the original tower 2 had - unless that's planned for whenever they finally build the second one?

[@aidygibbons1464]

Heading to New York next weekend,cant wait to go up this now :)

[@cockyandfunny]

For sure, it is a must in NYC. Thanks for the video; it brought memories back of my recent visit.

[@personofinterest2024]

Thank you for your videos, you deserve way more subs. Cheers from Scottsdale, AZ.

[@WildStar2002]

I was there two years ago - fantastic! My first time in NYC, first subway ride, up through the Oculus building (noticed it behind you in the outro), a somber moment at the Memorial, and then up to floor 102! My first view of the Statue of Liberty was from up there - glad you showed that as well. Love, love, love it!

[@danflores2346]

You have become my favorite NY guide. Keep it up.

[@johnmoran7434]

I have done the observation at the Empire state building a looong time ago. The elevator rides were pretty cool and the ability to see all around NY. I would probably do it once.

[@ramencurry6672]

I first saw the Empire State Building in 1977.

[@daviddelcloo2928]

Thanks for your frank and honest opinion of the One World trip to the top, We are planning to visit in two weeks and this is on the bucket list, visiting early will preclude paying the $54 for the entry and the beverage. We'll visit EARLY.

[@pittsburghliving412]

Cool! I’m going to visit. I’ve visited the 9/11 museum which was a very moving experience but one I’ll never forget.

[@HereBeBarr]

Yeah the 9/11 museum is a must.

[@FoodandFootprints]

That elevator is so cool - wow!

[@HereBeBarr]

Only done it twice, but ready to go again if any tourist friends/family visit.

[@keegsw4982]

Definitely Worth it , amazing elevator ride to the top . Must visit Brookfield Place opposite afterwards , especially at Christmas with the ice rink out back .

[@oltlghfan2008]

Tell your friend it's called bedrock and not Granite. None of the New York City skyline is built ontop of granite....lmao!! The highest point, actually, is 102. You were on that point and when you walked downstairs you were at 100. Did you notice the fully completed WTC on the elevator ride down? I used CityPass and got a discount on my tickets. Never get tired of going up there. Great video.

[@HereBeBarr]

Thanks ! Yeah, I knew we were on floor 100 for most of it. My 2nd trip, but i will return there again !

[@JonVoid37]

Nice but nothing compared to visiting the taller South Tower observatory in 1998 and you could go outside! The Twin Towers are such a loss. They should have been rebuilt!!!

[@CraftyOne54]

I totally agree

[@Yasin_2312]

The south tower is taller?

[@JonVoid37]

@@Yasin_2312 That observatory was closer to the top plus you had the outside one. Both taller.

[@notthefather3919]

No, they absolutely should not have been rebuilt. Who would lease space in two buildings that had no way of rescuing people? Their design was from the 60s.

[@JonVoid37]

​@@notthefather3919 nope they would have modernized the building safety wise like the new one.....

[@lisadee4490]

i did the elevator isn’t transparent but the whole idea going up there is awesome!

[@hbbstn]

I went to both - the original and this new one. In the original I could stand outdoors, which for me made the indoors part useless. Although the new observatory is just indoors, it is still amazing! If you know the city well, you can spend a lot of time up there identifying places. I got up on a sunny clear day and took wonderful pictures. The windows are great for taking pictures. Some of my pictures fool people into thinking I was outside. Really neat!

[@ambarbs]

Great video as always. I will go with the EDGE!

[@Uppercuts718]

This is how "Cloverfield" began. Great vid!

[@JayJayFromAZ]

So I need to take like 100 bucks to the top to buy 10 beers to get over my fear of heights...Got it! Great Vid bud.

[@HereBeBarr]

hahahahahaha

[@lynlyn1593]

Loved it. I was just there couple of weeks ago it’s absolutely breathtaking

[@Theseanparker]

I'd like to say thank you for your videos, they've been very useful indeed and have contributed enormously to planning my itinerary when I visit for my first time. Keep up the great work! 👍

[@TheJarinJarin]

Those views look amazing! Also, probably the coolest elevator ride i've ever seen.

[@bibekdas5595]

here be barr is the my favourite you tube channel

[@pittsburghliving412]

Bibek Das mine too...I can’t wait for Jon’s next video and rewatch others!

[@DonzCoolVids]

Hello, great video of the OWTC as well as your other videos too. I visited back in 2016, the year it opened was very excited. Though, why would the Empire state building be a tourist trap as opposed to the WTC? I loved the Empire State building too. Especially the art deco interior inside the building and being way on top at night just to see it up and close, lit up too. In my opinion, if you are a true architect fan like myself, the Empire State building is a true must too.

[@hera7884]

God bless you for having the courage to go up there, I could never.

[@HughesTNHomes]

Very cool! Love your videos

[@HereBeBarr]

Thanks !

[@SarrahC]

woow !! Really cool !!! Can't wait to see it in realtime !!! I'm going to new york in july !!! :)

[@jintsfan]

Didn’t know you have had a brush with cancer. Love your vids. Stay safe, friend. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇬🇧🇺🇸👍

[@bookshelf5759]

I lived in Brooklyn for the first 6 months of the year. I loved going to the Freedom Tower. It is one of the best places for a date. Also, it is a giant 1776 foot tall middle finger to the Middle East (minus Eretz Yisroel)

[@stueygriffith4671]

WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABUT???? ISLAM IS A RELIGION OF PEACE! PEACE!!!!!! 😱😱😱 . . . . . . jk! 😉

[@boogitybear2283]

I have to admit, the new building is beautiful, but the Original Twins were iconic. I still wish they were here to this day.

[@anaart4975]

Amazing. New York I will see you on June

[@iand80]

Love it! I've been to the Observatory twice now! Amazing!

[@guepardo8648]

Absolutely gorgeous the view from the top of the freedom tower. .

[@1128nik]

When we went up there it was raining and cloudy we could not see a single thing. We went home dejected. It looks beautiful though in your videos. Good Job!

[@boredaf514]

in the elevator next to you from the 70's to 2001 the other tower shows up then dissapears which i thought was a cool addition

[@FoodandFootprints]

Went to the top of the Twin Towers as a kid, but still haven’t been here yet

[@HereBeBarr]

Wait til you have guests visiting who want to knock off the main tourist sites in Manhattan.

[@michaelmurray11189]

I had a dream one night where I went up the Twin Towers, never got to go up them for real though.😢

[@terrivillanueva4048]

Love both your channel and your friends . I have been to nyc twice and will go again in 2022. In the past only did Empire State Building; next time definitely going to see the ONe world building

[@silvanabreur]

Great vlog Jon! I was there last sept! It was amazing! overwhelming! Took lots of pics with 2 camera's and my cellphone. An experience i will never forget. I love NY!

[@HereBeBarr]

:)

[@babydadoo]

Hey, I’m going to NYC TOMORROW!!! For the first time ever!! (Sorry, I’m excited). What are lines like on the weekend for the One World Trade Centre? I only have two days, so I’m trying to avoid lines if I can help it

[@HereBeBarr]

I think less in the winter than summer, but you can reserve in advance online and pick a time slot.

[@babydadoo]

Here Be Barr: thank you so much! I had no idea you buy tickets ahead of time, and that there are priority tickets as well. I’m thinking of going for the upgraded ticket to get through the priority line and save time. I was going to skip the World One, but thanks to you I’m going 😉

[@slowdownmoveoversharethero9701]

I notice the Gift shop back in the corner @6:11 do you wish to show some of the things they have and is it really worth it...

[@TheDragonflyCottage]

I would definitely spend the money to see this. Adriana, you can’t say that Jon hasn’t brought you to new heights in life. 😊❤️

[@jamesfaust5755]

I honestly cant wait to plan a trip there. It looks incredible. The heighest observation deck Ive been in is One Liberty Place in Philly at 57 stories - 883 feet

[@dcarbs2979]

After 30Rock and the Empire State Building, this will complete the holy trinity. I went a month before it opened. I've also done the CN Tower, who's SkyPod I think is 100ft / about 30+ floors taller than this observation deck. It also houses the World's tallest outdoor observation deck (Edgewalk)

[@carroux4050]

Wanted to say the same :) Visited NY last month for the first time and went to all three. CN tower was also amazing and a little bit higher. Also the total height according to google is a few feet more then One World. What's really strange is the statement of a tour guide. She said the antennas which have a function does not count to the total height while those without are counting (One World). So I guess thats why CN Tower is not considered as a higher building :D

[@dcarbs2979]

@@carroux4050 In terms of official records for high buildings, there are different measures. Architectural, structural and occupied height. Architectural height includes antennas, structural height is the top of the building itself (not including antennas) - basically topped out roof height. Occupied height is the height of the top floor you can stand on. Some also differentiate between buildings with floors (like One World) and towers (like CN Tower). So on some measures, because most of the CN tower is just tower or spire and not indoor floors, it is counted as a "structure" or "tower" and not a "building" as it only has about 10 actual floors. 2 in the SkyPod, 6 in the main pod - including glass floor, edgewalk and restaurant, and 2 in the main entrance on the ground. And of course the fact the whole CN Tower is built to be a giant TV antenna!

[@carroux4050]

@@dcarbs2979 thx for your detailed explanation! Appriciate that!

[@marcolemartin1594]

Two views Lisa Knee and the towers are the most beautiful sites I've seen this far on this video👍

[@persvenonius2440]

Har varit där sommaren 1979. En magisk känsla som jag aldrig glömmer. Underbar utsikt över Manhattan,

[@christiannemclaverty5836]

Even seeing the grid was interesting❕

[@nesrinisli6921]

I definitely need to go the next time I go to New York. I went to the Empire State Building because it’s such a classic but I think going to the one World observatory is definitely a must since the building is a sign of never giving up for me.

[@bibekdas5595]

beautiful experience bro love you bro

[@kabouterwesley83]

I have done empire state (even 102nd floor) and top of the rock.onr wtc is still on my list.

[@thorstenfriedrich]

i agree, you have to see it - but only once. The Top of the Rock and the Empire State Building aren‘t that high, but they deliver a view without a window between you and NY. You can feel the height and smell and hear the city... I recommend the Top of the Rock for its view of all directions, for example the Empire State Building, the Central Park, and so on...

[@gilmeiri1]

Top of the rock is definitely the best. Empire State Building is overcrowded though.

[@Alyk1912]

Which would you recommend more the Empire State Building or the one world observatory?

[@kealynbosrock9905]

One world 100000%

[@DiscoverWithDima]

I definitely have to come and check out the view when I visit NYC next!

[@heyman23233]

Nice job! Well done. It was almost as good as being there

[@John-58]

Awesome video, thanks guys. Will be there start of June 2019 and will check this out for sure.

[@allenglishknives6823]

Excellent review thank you 👍🏻

[@amberengland61475]

Glad you got this on video. It's amazing, it was my first stop when I went. 👍

[@milagallardo5068]

We love the elevator! It was insane! Next time we go to the city we want to do the Empire State Building.

[@PaulHussey01]

“I recommend coming on a clear day to get a good view of the city”. One of those little nuggets that only a true local would know.

[@MannyExploresVlog]

The views look amazing, I might see my house from up there, Ill have to check it out.

[@HereBeBarr]

Oh you can for sure hahaha.

[@10DollarProductions]

I'm from Philly, so I've been to NYC a bunch of times but never really experienced the touristy side of it. I'm gonna be there in April and I really want to check this out now.

[@gilsonanderson5807]

You guys made a good job. And I've had a great experience at 1WTC.

[@mikelandry3375]

Thank you so much. One day I really hope to get there. The cost to go up is very reasonable.

[@carlosavila4340]

I was there twice and it's beautiful🖒🤘

[@peterparr3079]

Visited in Dec2018. Thought it was fantastic, brilliant views.

[@barxkyRC]

hi there, what lens would u recommend best to use on photographing the great view? ultra wide or 24-70 is ok?thanks

[@AdrianaMarvan]

I loved the elevator!!!

[@HereBeBarr]

;)

[@peytonnamath9382]

So do you just leave whenever you feel like it or do they make you leave after a certain point and time?

[@TT-zm8np]

I’d be scared to visit the top floor honestly, can only imagine the fear those people seen when the plane was coming towards the building😱😱😱😱:( I’m glad you all enjoyed the views😇‼️

[@WinginWolf]

Observation deck was closed at that time.