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
5,359 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Don’t go unless you like to queue.
C7127OZcatherineh,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Lots of long queues, you think you’re nearly there and then you join another queue. Really oversubscribed and over sold absolutely ruined the whole experience. Missed dinner reservations due to been stuck in a queue. Surely they have stairs people can use instead of queuing up for a lift to get out. Needs to be better organised.
Excellent visit!
433briannap,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an excellent experience at Summit One. From start to finish this place was ran like a well-oiled machine. The views and experience were top notch.
Worth Experiencing
moreholidaysplease87,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Good experience and worth doing, very different to other experiences. Disappointing queue organisation, with little information. We were put in the staff lift to go up and down. This was shabby, cramped and not the experience we paid for or expected and no apology.
NYC Must Visit!
brittanyhinkle18,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an incredible experience, absolutely worth the ticket. Very spacious and I recommend anyone visiting NYC needs to stop here.
Excellent singing experience thank you
Nelly M,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The experience was unique we had a great day we had a very happy time it was something very nice to enjoy
100% recommend I would book again
Isvelys M,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent experience, we had a special time I would repeat it a thousand times more Loved everything 1000 out of 1000
Best view in NYC!
63magnusn,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best view in NYC! Immersive experience with a bar on top.
Must experience it!
Thelma K,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was an amazing experience to see NYC from above! We took great pictures! It was the highlight of our trip!
Amazing experience!
franchescam126,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Extraordinary experience! I enjoyed with my kids and we want to come back soon. All the floors were awesome and the view of the building was amazing.
Awesome!!!
Jennifer M,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Best activity in New York. Great views of the city, all of the windows, lights, balloons. I will go again.
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