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
5,398 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A must go place!!!
chavazo84,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was exceptional, fast and amazing!!! the rooftop view amazing, the bar on the top simply amazing!!!
Amazing experience
Delecia M,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Summit was an absolutely amazing experience!!!! We spent over two hours admiring the NYC views. The balloon room was so much fun and made for the awesomest photos! Loved Levitation photos also.
Nice experience
Sarah Z,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It was really lovely to be able to see the view of the city the only down fall is the line to get into the place is really long. I wish I was exaggerating but honestly I didn't see the point of the different booking times becasue the line is so long you end up getting in way later. Apart from that a good expereince.
From the best viewpoints in New York
marcelas883,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The views are amazing and you have time to take all the photos you want. It takes a little while to get in by the number of visitors but worth it.
Worst experience do not bother!
Crystal W,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Summit One is not worth it. We had tickets for 5pm, they didn’t get us in until 6:15 then they split us into two lines and managed them poorly so 10 people who were behind us went in front of us and then they took us up in service elevator (the elevator is supposed to be part of the experience). THEN! You have to wait in line another hour in their stupid gift shop to get out! It is the most poorly managed activity in NYC and even the employees know it but the owners are so greedy they won’t stop overselling! Avoid at all costs!
Bad too bad
lenyg2026,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00This is not a second time a booked in agoda apps please guys its a scam they will not give you some option to help. They wont help u if you booked its now all yours i f….k hate agoda please dont go on this site. AGODA train your customer service properly. I will keep posting this for awareness
Excellent afternoon....
Dianne c,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent afternoon. Definitely worth a trip, super cool and lots to see. Futuristic, fun and interesting
It's all very beautiful.
DinaeCia,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic. Besides the view the experience of mirrors is very good. It's worth every cent paid. The photos are even more beautiful if you bring a very good phone or a professional machine.
Worth every penny.
Diana S,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing for kids too. We loved the views, the photos, the size. My boy had a blast in the balloon area.
Fabulous experience!
Tracey F,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00First of all be prepared to queue … we did for 90 mins. However the experience was wonderful! The staff explain where to go & the fact that once you move into the next level there is no going back! The views are amazing & The Ledge is a fabulous place to have a photo. Worth the wait. My only issue was the MoS manning the ledge advised me & my husband we had 30 seconds to take our own picture however the group in front of us were taking shot after shot - she was assertive & just refused & told us to queue again & stood on the Ledge so we couldn’t take a picture… So a bit disappointing. We had a drink on the top floor which was lovely, it was a clear day & the view was amazing! Definitely worth visiting!
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