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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt is set atop the tallest commercial skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan (1,401 feet), giving you an exhilarating view of the city.
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Tickets
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- Experience a sensory journey like no other as you explore the 3 immersive floors of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt.
- Push the boundaries of physics at Air, one of the largest modern art installations created by Kenzo Digital.
- Feel the rush of stepping into Levitation, two transparent skyboxes suspended at 1,100 feet.
- Take in the stunning views of the city's skyline from the wrap-around terrace. Spot iconic landmarks such as the Empire State Building & the Chrysler Building.
- Go on an immersive visual journey, transcending the limits of perception, through the shape-shifting art of Yayoi Kusama.
- Choose between Daytime and Evening ticket options, each promising a visit to remember.
- Experience a sensory journey like no other as you explore the 3 immersive floors of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt.
- Push the boundaries of physics at Air, one of the largest modern art installations created by Kenzo Digital.
- Feel the rush of stepping into Levitation, two transparent skyboxes suspended at 1,100 feet.
- Take in the stunning views of the city's skyline from the wrap-around terrace. Spot iconic landmarks such as the Empire State Building & the Chrysler Building.
- Go on an immersive visual journey, transcending the limits of perception, through the shape-shifting art of Yayoi Kusama.
- Choose between Daytime and Evening ticket options, each promising a visit to remember.
Inclusions
- Entry into SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
- SUMMIT Experience (Daytime / Evening)
- Access to all 3 floors
- Access to Air by Kenzo Digital
- Access to Levitation
- Access to the terrace
Exclusions
- Ascent glass elevators (available for purchase on site only)
- Food and drinks (available for purchase at Après)
- Tip: Visit in the evening to experience the beacon of light, color, and energy that the SUMMIT turns into after the sunset.
- Children under the age of 16 must always be accompanied by an adult throughout the experience.
- Make sure to bring your sunglasses. The reflective materials used throughout the space create a bright environment during the day.
- Please dress appropriately, due to the unique nature of the space and to avoid unwanted exposure to glass and mirrored floors. Pants, shorts, or tights are recommended as well as flat shoes.
- Wear comfortable shoes. Stiletto heels, steel-toe boots, sports cleats, and other footwear that can damage flooring are not permitted.
- There is no provision for the storage of personal items. Large bags, backpacks, and luggage are not permitted. All bags and containers are subject to a security check.
- Guests are welcome to take photos with personal, handheld devices only. Professional photography equipment cannot be carried inside.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combos
Combo (Save 5%): SUMMIT One Vanderbilt + Edge Observation Deck Tickets
from $82.19
$78.08
5% off
- Experience two of New York's spectacular observation decks, SUMMIT One Vanderbilt and Edge, with this combo!
- Immerse in the multi-sensory art experience, 'Air', by Kenzo Digital, and step out into 'Levitation', two transparent skyboxes at the SUMMIT.
- Explore SUMMIT One Vanderbilt's three floors, enjoy dramatic waves of color at night, and indulge in food and cocktails at Après.
- Revel in breathtaking 360° views of New York City from Edge's indoor observation deck and the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere.
- Get an adrenaline rush at Edge with its glass floor, angled glass walls, skyline steps, and eastern point, all hanging 1,100 feet above the city.
- Experience two of New York's spectacular observation decks, SUMMIT One Vanderbilt and Edge, with this combo!
- Immerse in the multi-sensory art experience, 'Air', by Kenzo Digital, and step out into 'Levitation', two transparent skyboxes at the SUMMIT.
- Explore SUMMIT One Vanderbilt's three floors, enjoy dramatic waves of color at night, and indulge in food and cocktails at Après.
- Revel in breathtaking 360° views of New York City from Edge's indoor observation deck and the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere.
- Get an adrenaline rush at Edge with its glass floor, angled glass walls, skyline steps, and eastern point, all hanging 1,100 feet above the city.
Inclusions
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
- Entry into SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
- SUMMIT Experience
- Access to all 3 floors
- Access to Air by Kenzo Digital
- Access to Levitation
- Access to the terrace
Edge Observation Deck
- Timed entry to Edge Observatory Deck
- 360° New York views from the indoor observation deck on Level 100
- Access to the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere
- Access to the glass floor, angled glass walls, skyline steps, and the eastern point
- Bonus digital souvenir photo
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
- Tip: SUMMIT offers immersive multimedia experiences that delve into the history and culture of New York City. Take your time to explore these!
- Children under the age of 16 must always be accompanied by an adult throughout the experience.
- Make sure to bring your sunglasses. The reflective materials used throughout the space create a bright environment during the day.
- There is no provision for the storage of personal items. Large bags, backpacks, and luggage are not permitted. All bags and containers are subject to a security check.
- Guests are welcome to take photos with personal, handheld devices only. Professional photography equipment cannot be carried inside.
Edge Observation Deck
- Tip: The Edge Observation Deck offers countless photo opportunities, from the skyline views to unique angles of the cityscape. Don't forget your camera or smartphones!
- Prohibited items: Large bags are luggage
- Mobility: Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals are also permitted at Edge.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult during their visit.
- It's advised to dress according to the weather conditions.
- The last elevator ride is 50 minutes before closing.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combos
Combo (Save 5%): SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Tickets + 15-Min Standard NYC Helicopter Tour
from $271.99
$258.39
5% off
- Experience Manhattan like never before with this cost-effective combo that includes SUMMIT One Vanderbilt tickets and a NYC helicopter tour.
- Visit the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, NYC's newest observation deck, and immerse in Kenzo Digital's largest art experience, 'Air'.
- Step into 'Levitation', transparent skyboxes suspended at 1,100 feet, and witness the breathtaking view of New York City.
- Soar above the Big Apple in a 15-minute helicopter tour, capturing the panoramic views of the city's iconic landmarks from the sky.
- Enjoy live commentary by the pilot as you fly past the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and other major attractions on the helicopter tour.
- Experience Manhattan like never before with this cost-effective combo that includes SUMMIT One Vanderbilt tickets and a NYC helicopter tour.
- Visit the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, NYC's newest observation deck, and immerse in Kenzo Digital's largest art experience, 'Air'.
- Step into 'Levitation', transparent skyboxes suspended at 1,100 feet, and witness the breathtaking view of New York City.
- Soar above the Big Apple in a 15-minute helicopter tour, capturing the panoramic views of the city's iconic landmarks from the sky.
- Enjoy live commentary by the pilot as you fly past the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and other major attractions on the helicopter tour.
Inclusions
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
- Entry into SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
- SUMMIT Experience
- Access to all 3 floors
- Access to Air by Kenzo Digital
- Access to Levitation
- Access to the terrace
15-Min Standard NYC Helicopter Tour
- 12 to 15-min shared helicopter tour
- Aerial view of 9+ attractions
- Live commentary by the pilot
- Noise-cancelling headsets
Sights covered during the helicopter tour:
- Statue of Liberty
- Ellis Island
- One World Trade Center
- Chelsea Piers
- The Intrepid
- Times Square
- Empire State Building
- Chrysler Building
- and more popular attractions
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
- Tip: SUMMIT offers immersive multimedia experiences that delve into the history and culture of New York City. Take your time to explore these!
- Children under the age of 16 must always be accompanied by an adult throughout the experience.
- Make sure to bring your sunglasses. The reflective materials used throughout the space create a bright environment during the day.
- There is no provision for the storage of personal items. Large bags, backpacks, and luggage are not permitted. All bags and containers are subject to a security check.
- Guests are welcome to take photos with personal, handheld devices only. Professional photography equipment cannot be carried inside.
15-Min Standard NYC Helicopter Tour
- Children aged under 2 don’t require tickets but must sit on the lap of an adult.
- The weight limit is 275 pounds or 125 kg per passenger, passengers who weigh more than this or close to this may have to wait for a flight that can safely accommodate their weight.
- The helicopter does not fly over Manhattan itself, but up the Hudson, beside Manhattan.
- Book your tickets in advance as the New York Helicopter Tour sells out quickly.
- Plan your tour at the start of your NYC trip to account for potential rescheduling due to weather conditions.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Which SUMMIT One Vanderbilt ticket is best for you
If you’re budget conscious
Go for: Admission tickets
Don’t settle for less just because you’re on a budget. SUMMIT One Vanderbilt’s entry ticket is all you need to have a ball at one of NYC’s most popular attractions.
- Entry to SUMMIT One Vanderbilt: Yes
- Access to all 3 floors: Yes
- Access to Air by Kenzo Digital: Yes
- Access to Levitation: Yes
- Access to the terrace: Yes
Recommended tours:
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If luxury is what you’re looking for
Go for: Combo tickets
When luxury is your middle name, we know that you will want to go the extra mile to make your New York trip special. What better way than to push your NYC aerial journey to the next level by visiting an observation deck and flying over the city on a helicopter?
- Entry to SUMMIT One Vanderbilt: Yes
- Access to all 3 floors: Yes
- Access to Air by Kenzo Digital: Yes
- Access to Levitation: Yes
- Access to the terrace: Yes
- 12 to 15-min shared helicopter tour: Yes
- Noise-canceling headsets during helicopter tour: Yes
Recommended tours:
Combo: SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Tickets + 15-Min Standard NYC Helicopter Tour
If you like clubbing attractions
Go for: Combo tickets
New York is all about its skyscrapers and observation decks! We know that one just isn’t enough so why not club two observation deck visits together?
- Entry to SUMMIT One Vanderbilt: Yes
- Access to all 3 floors: Yes
- Access to Air by Kenzo Digital: Yes
- Access to Levitation: Yes
- Access to the terrace: Yes
- Entry to Edge Observatory Deck: Yes
- Bonus digital souvenir photo at Edge: Yes
Recommended tours:
Combo: SUMMIT One Vanderbilt + Edge Observation Deck Tickets
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Explore unique installations
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt houses a range of unique immersive art installations across 3 floors. Learn about the history of New York through multimedia displays, view your face in a cloud-shaped installation, discover objects floating in mid-air, and so much more!
Explore SUMMIT One Vanderbilt's three floors
View NYC from the outdoor observation deck
Enjoy unforgettable views from the outdoor terrace at the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt observation deck, including iconic landmarks such as the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, & Central Park. The terrace is equipped with high-quality telescopes that allowing you to zoom in on specific sights and enjoy a closer look.
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt observation deck
Ride to the top on a glass elevator
Ascent is the world's largest glass-bottomed elevator, allowing you to soar up the building in a sleek, high-speed elevator. The elevator is encased in glass, offering stunning panoramic views of the city skyline as it ascends to the highest vantage point of the building.
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Enjoy a delicious meal at Après
Après is a restaurant situated inside SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, featuring a rooftop cocktail bar and café. Positioned at a remarkable height of 1,063 feet above Manhattan, Après provides a spectacular view of the New York City skyline as you indulge in New York-inspired cuisine and classic cocktails.
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General timings: 9am to 12am from Wednesday to Monday
Last entry: 10:30pm
Closed: Tuesdays
Best time to visit: On a weekday during sunset for spectacular views or during the morning or night hours to avoid crowds.
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt timingsAddress: 5 East 42ndStreet, New York, NY 10017 | Find on Maps
- By bus: Bus routes M101, M102, M103, M1, M2, M3, M4, Q32, & M42 (nearest stop - Madison Avenue)
- By subway: Lines 4, 5, 6, 7, & S (nearest stop - Grand Central, 42nd Street)
- By train: Metro-North trains on the Hudson, Harlem, and New Haven lines (nearest station - Grand Central Terminal)
- By car: The closest car park is at SP + Parking
- Locker facilities are not available at the attraction. Avoid carrying large bags.
- The brightly coloured restrooms located on the top floors of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt offer just as amazing views as you'll find at the observation deck. The Grand Central food court also has restrooms.
- Free Wi-Fi is available for all guests.
- SUMMIT One Vanderbilt houses a restaurant (Après) and a gift shop (Boutique).
- Every floor of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt is wheelchair accessible.
- Earplugs and sunglasses are available for guests where the multisensory nature of the exhibits might be over-stimulating.
- Guests with visual or hearing impairments who require guides, must submit a request 3 weeks before their visit.
- All service animals are allowed inside the attraction.
91st Floor
- AIR Transcendence 1: 10-20 minutes
- Reflect: 5-15 minutes
- AIR Affinity: 15-25 minutes
92nd Floor
- Transcendence 2: 10-20 minutes
- Levitation: 5-10 minutes
- AIR Unity: 10-15 minutes
93rd Floor
- Terrace: 10-15 minutes
- Ascent: 10-15 minutes
Après
Situated within SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, Après offers delicious food and an unforgettable culinary experience with an open-air terrace, and an indoor lounge.
This cocktail bar and cafè serves New York-inspired meals, classic cocktails, along with marvelous views of the NYC skyline.
Try out their curated selections of artisanal breads along with their seasonal small plates that feature a delectable Vegetable Crudité Bundle apart from Tomato Soup with Cheesy Ficelle.
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt restaurant
Visit Boutique, the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt gift shop to take home souvenirs, gifts, merchandise, and other exciting items.
At this exclusive merchandise store in the upper floors near the observation decks, you will find everything from SUMMIT-themed stainless steel water bottles and One Vanderbilt travel mugs, to New York-themed t-shirts and One Vanderbilt snapback caps.
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt shop
- Dress code: Wear pants, shorts, or tights to avoid exposure to reflective surfaces. Shirts and shoes are mandatory.
- Photography: Photography using handheld devices is permitted.
- Prohibited items: Items that are not allowed inside include weapons, dangerous materials, transportation devices, suitcases, professional video equipment, and outside food and beverages.
- Smoking: Smoking is not permitted inside SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. This includes the indoor spaces and the terrace.
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- Book your tickets in advance to secure your preferred time slot.
- Remember to carry sunglasses with you, as the reflective materials used in the building will create an unnaturally bright environment.
- You cannot drink, eat, or smoke inside the attraction.
- There is no storage for personal items. Large bags, large backpacks, and suitcases are not permitted.
- Wear comfortable shoes. Stiletto heels, steel-toe boots, sports cleats, and other footwear that can damage mirrored flooring are not permitted.
- Dress appropriately to avoid unwanted exposure on the glass and mirrored floors. We recommend wearing pants, shorts, or tights.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout SUMMIT.
- Professional photography moments are available through the experiences and are available to purchase at the end of your journey in both print and digital format.
Beyond SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
If museums are to go by, The Met is one museum you must visit while in New York. It is home to over 1.5 million artworks spanning 5,000 years of human history. The museum is conveniently located right next to Central Park.
Broadway
When in New York, do as the residents of the city do. Head over to the Theater District and get bedazzled by stunning performances on stage that show you why NYC is truly a city of dreams.
9/11 Memorial & Museum
A mark of the unity and resilience shown by the residents of New York, the 9/11 Memorial Museum commemorates the events of 11 September 2001. It is a tribute to the lives lost, and the stories of its survivors and first responders.
Frequently asked questions about SUMMIT One Vanderbilt tickets
How much do SUMMIT One Vanderbilt tickets cost?
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt admission tickets start at $42.99.
What is included in my SUMMIT One Vanderbilt tickets?
Your SUMMIT One Vanderbilt tickets include entry, access to all floors, including the observation deck and admission to the art exhibits within the attraction including Air by Kenzo Digital and Levitation.
Are there discounts on the tickets?
Children between 6 to 12 years can enjoy discounted SUMMIT One Vanderbilt tickets.
How soon do I need to book my tickets before visiting?
Given that SUMMIT One Vanderbilt is a popular tourist attraction, we recommend you book your tickets at least 3 days in advance to secure your preferred slot.
Can I cancel my SUMMIT One Vanderbilt tickets?
Your SUMMIT One Vanderbilt tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.
What is the ideal amount of time to spend at the observation deck?
Spending 2-3 hours gives you enough time to explore SUMMIT One Vanderbilt completely including its 3 floors, art installations, restaurant and gift shop.
What are some must-see attractions inside SUMMIT One Vanderbilt?
The AIR experience, Reflection, and Levitation are some of the must-see highlights of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, offering you an unforgettable multi-sensory experience.
Where is SUMMIT One Vanderbilt located?
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt is located at 45 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017, United States.
What is the best way to reach the observation deck?
The best way to get to SUMMIT One Vanderbilt is by bus or by subway.