Is Empire State Building under scaffolding?
Clear
Yes, it should look like the photo.
No scaffolding, closure or major works found in official notices or news when we last checked. Small cleaning jobs and short closures can still happen.
Current status
- Status
- Clear
- Last checked
- 2 Nov 2026
Latest visitor photo
No dated visitor photo yet.
Visiting Empire State Building
Book skip-the-line entry or a guided visit, and check the official site the week you travel.
Plan the timing
Other landmarks in New York
Apollo TheaterClosed for a year-long, $65 million renovation including the facade and marquee.Closed
Flatiron BuildingScaffolding that wrapped the building for seven years started coming down on 8 April 2026, top first; the building is lit at night again. Lo…Partial
9/11 Memorial and One World Trade CenterNo works reportedClear
Bethesda Terrace (Central Park)No works reportedClear
Brooklyn BridgeThe bridge is clear. In Brooklyn Bridge Park below, the Empire Fulton Ferry Lawn is closed from 12 October 2026 until spring 2027.Clear
Grand Central TerminalNo works reportedClear- Rockefeller CenterNo works reportedClear
Statue of LibertyNo works reportedClear
The Metropolitan Museum of ArtNo works reportedClear
The Plaza HotelOpen for now.Clear
The Vessel (Hudson Yards)No works reportedClear
Times SquareNo works reportedClear
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