




SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Ticket
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
- Admission to all three floors of the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
- Access to Levitation, the transparent glass boxes
- Access to Après and exterior terrace of SUMMIT
- Admission to Ascent glass elevators (depending on selected option)
- Immersive artistic experiences
- Admission to all three floors of the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
- Access to Levitation, the transparent glass boxes
- Access to Après and exterior terrace of SUMMIT
- Admission to Ascent glass elevators (depending on selected option)
- Immersive artistic experiences
If you wish to experience one of the most contemporary and breathtaking observation platforms in New York, be sure to secure tickets for SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. This venue allows you to admire the Manhattan skyline and observe iconic sites such as the Empire State Building and Central Park from over 300 meters above the ground. Additionally, an exhilarating ride in the glass elevator is available for those interested.
Discover the Wonders of SUMMIT
New York City boasts numerous notable viewpoints, but few rival the unique offerings of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. Nestled just moments away from the famed Grand Central Terminal, this exceptional attraction fuses breathtaking panoramic views of the New York skyline with a range of interactive multi-sensory experiences that are truly one of a kind in the city.
What Your SUMMIT Entry Tickets Include:
- Art installation by Kenzo Digital: This multimedia installation spans four distinctive areas: Transcendence 1 and 2, featuring remarkable mirrored surfaces; Affinity, renowned as the balloon room; and Unity, where guests can engage directly with the art.
- Levitation: Step onto two glass ledges suspended 92 floors above Madison Avenue!
- Reflect: Experience CLOUDS, a celebrated stainless-steel art piece by the esteemed Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama.
- Après: Savor a curated array of food and cocktails in a Nordic-inspired café with unparalleled views.
- Terrace: Relish the fresh air and stunning vistas from the open-air terrace, 93 floors high!
- Boutique: Commemorate your visit with a souvenir from SUMMIT.
Your ticket grants you access to the top three levels of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, where you can marvel at iconic New York structures such as the Chrysler and the Empire State Building, as well as famous sights like Central Park and Bryant Park from an elevated perspective.
Any time is suitable for a visit to SUMMIT. By day, the play of light from the immersive art installations by Kenzo Digital will captivate you. At night, the magic of Air: Beacon Mode transforms the atmosphere with vibrant colors.
Types of Tickets Available
While booking, you may select from the following ticket options:
Standard Ticket
This is the basic ticket, granting access to all three levels of immersive experiences featuring art and emotions along with 360-degree vistas.
Ticket + Glass Elevator
For those seeking a thrill, the SUMMIT Ascent option enhances your visit; you will not only enjoy the full observation deck experience but also embark on the most exhilarating part: a ride in a glass elevator on the exterior of the skyscraper!
This option takes you up 12 floors along the side of One Vanderbilt in a completely transparent cabin, reaching an altitude of 364 meters (1,194 feet)—the highest vantage point in Midtown Manhattan. The uninterrupted floor-to-ceiling views as you ascend the building's façade will provide a memorable perspective of the New York City skyline.
The meeting point may vary. Always check the tickets we sent you to confirm the final details before the activity.

Instructions
On the day of the activity, please go to the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt observation deck entrance (45 East 42nd Street, New York). The entrance to the monument is located in the main lobby of Grand Central Terminal.
Important Info
- Please be as punctual as possible, as all tickets have a fixed time. If you arrive late, your tickets will be accommodated based on availability and will be subject to an extra rescheduling fee. You may not be able to enter if you arrive more than 20 minutes after the time indicated on your ticket.
- Please note that the times are subject to change. Visit summitov.com to see the most updated information.
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes, as access to the observation deck is not permitted with stiletto heels, steel-toed shoes or other footwear that may damage the mirrored floor of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt.
- Also, due to the mirrored floor, it's not advisable to wear dresses or skirts, preferably pants or leggings. Also, during the day, don't forget to wear sunglasses.
- If the Ascent elevator is not in operation on the date and time of your visit due to technical or weather-related reasons, you'll still be able to enjoy all 3 levels of the SUMMIT and will receive a partial refund corresponding to this specific experience.
What Happens on Days of Low Visibility?
If there is insufficient visibility at the time of your arrival, we'll offer you the option of rescheduling your visit for another day free of charge, provided that this is possible and that you have availability for another day.
If you are unable to reschedule the visit for another day, you'll have to come up to the SUMMIT, as no refund will be provided.
If there is insufficient visibility, SUMMIT staff will inform you of this before scanning your entry tickets. If, after being informed of the low visibility, you decide to go up to the SUMMIT, you will not be able to reschedule your visit for another day, and you will not be entitled to a refund.
Rain and clouds do not necessarily mean no visibility.
