SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Ticket
Overview
Mobile ticket
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt blends elements of art and technology, taking the concept of an “observation deck” to entirely new heights. Explore three levels of mind-bending multi-sensory immersive experiences set atop the tallest commercial skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan.
Enjoy spectacular 360 views of New York City and beyond on all 3 floors of SUMMIT, including close ups views of the Empire State Building and the Chrysler building.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children age 5 and under are free with accompanying paid adult
Dress appropriately to avoid unwanted exposure on glass and mirrored floors. We recommend wearing pants, shorts or tights when possible.
Wear comfortable shoes. Stiletto heels, steel toe boots, sports cleats and other footwear that can damage mirrored flooring are not permitted.
Outside food and beverage, smoking or e-cigarettes, large packages, suitcases, or weapons of any kind will not be permitted beyond the security checkpoint.
There is no storage for person items. Large bags, large backpacks and luggage are not permitted.
All SUMMIT tickets are timed. You MUST arrive at your scheduled time, which is indicated on your ticket. SUMMIT operates at full capacity. You might not be able to get in if arriving more than 20 minutes after the time indicated on your ticket. Any late arrival is subject to availability and a rescheduling fee from $25.00
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
Explore three levels of mind-bending multi-sensory immersive experiences set atop the tallest commercial skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan. Set against the incredible backdrop of the New York City skyline, SUMMIT One Vanderbilt blends elements of art and technology, taking the concept of an “observation deck” to entirely new heights.
What‘s Included
LEVITATION: two transparent glass enclosed skyboxes extending from SUMMIT
All indoor immersive art experiences
Admission to all 3 floors of SUMMIT
ASCENT (exterior glass elevators experience)
Meeting points
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
45 E 42nd St, Entrance Located On The Main Concourse Of Grand Central Terminal New York City United States
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Options
Summit Observatory Ticket
General Admission Ticket
Reviews
5,522 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Avoid lastminute.com – They never issued my wife’s Etihad ticket and she missed the flight
DesiTravelerNYC,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Warning to everyone: Do not book with www.lastminute.com.I bought my wife’s Etihad Airways ticket through them for May 15th, then paid a change fee to move it to April 12th. The day before the flight (April 11th), I tried online check-in and discovered the ticket didn’t exist at all. Etihad said contact lastminute.com. Their support kept promising “it’s being fixed” and “ticket will be issued soon,” but nothing happened. My wife missed the flight. I had to buy a new expensive ticket the next day. Still no proper refund or resolution from lastminute.com. Complete nightmare. Has anyone else faced this with them?
Amazing experience at Summit one Vanderbilt!
Vyshnavi V,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a wonderful time at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. I got to explore the three floors at the top at my own pace. the first floor at the top was very crowded, but the second and third floors are not. It is probably the best idea to get the photos taken at the upper two floors. I loved the Levitation (although the time allowed was only 30 seconds) and Summit Ascent! I got lucky in terms of timing in that there was absolutely no wait at the Summit Ascent! I had a great experience on the fourth tallest building in NYC - the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt.
Fun morning activity in Manhattan
Rachael M,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00I bought this experience for my parents for my mom’s birthday. She said she had fun! She says that there didn’t have to be as “dramatic” as it was. Too many flashing lights etc when you first walk in and on the elevator. She says “I just wanted to get up to the floor to see the view!”. That being said she still has a great time and would recommend to others.
The Best in New York
Gareth D,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Go at dusk for best experience. It is a wonderful place to view New York. Amazing immersive experience. Everywhere you look you won't get bored. Its awesome!!
The bathroom is an experience
thiagosm2019,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I think Burj Kalifa copied this concept... very cool the enterprise! Very organized. The bathroom is worth taking a photo and even filming...
Light of NYC
Marie D,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00You will be only be permitted to go at your time of your ticket 30 minutes night time seem more romantic for a date night experience if your looking for that it was a great experience over all I enjoyed myself take pictures
Great experience and spectacular views
jangeronzi,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00No queuing. Nice view from above. The glass lift is also worth it!
Authentic and modern experience
DeboraCliarn,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It is not just a common mirror, but an immersive experience that blends panoramic views, art, mirrors and visual effects, making everything very different. The space of the Levitation, with the suspended glass floor, was one of the highest points. The view of Manhattan should be spectacular if you hadn 't had the mist of luck .
Terrible long forever lines
jessicarS768BR,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Terrible experience. Still waiting I. Line IN the Dark 45 min after start of expe. They let in way too many people. What ever we are going to see will not be worth this. If you do it, buy tickets to skip the line.
Panoramic view of New Yorl
MoniqueSolange M,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Nice experience for the view and photos, but too expensive for what it is. The floor is not transparent but covered with mirror.
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