SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt is a new, breathtaking experience in New York City, located in the One Vanderbilt skyscraper. The exhibition offers a unique combination of breathtaking, uninterrupted panoramic views of the city, artistic installations and interactive experiences. SUMMIT One Vanderbilt is not just a viewpoint, but also a place that combines art, architecture, and technology to create an unparalleled experience.
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4 tips for visiting the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
Affinity | Photo: Unsplash, Aline Sales1
Be curious
The entire exhibition is interactive. Be open and try everything to experience the exhibition with all your senses.
Transcendence 2 | Photo: Unsplash, Aline Sales2
Use the external elevator
The external elevator Ascent is the world's highest situated glass elevator. It is located on the 93rd floor and takes you 12 floors up to the highest viewpoint of One Vanderbilt. Do not miss this unique opportunity!
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Bring sunglasses
Even if it might sound strange: Take your sunglasses with you! The reflective materials and glass of the exhibition multiply the sunlight and can quickly become uncomfortable for sensitive people.
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Wear pants
Since the exhibition often features reflective floors or even glass floors, you should avoid skirts or dresses during your visit. Opt for pants or shorts instead to avoid any uncomfortable surprises and to be able to enjoy your visit.
Expand your horizons
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt offers a unique exhibition that transcends the limits of space and perception. This immersive, interactive art installation of mirror rooms opens up a whole new perspective on the city and perhaps on yourself as well.
Air: Transcendence 1
Start your journey through the Air exhibition at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt in the first exhibition room Transcendence 1. This room is a fascinating mirror room with huge windows that present the city skyline and the Empire State Building in the foreground. Reflective surfaces reflect in these windows.
Reflect
After leaving Transcendence 1, you enter the next room Reflect. This room was conceived as a place where you can meditate and find yourself. Admire the art installation Cloud by the renowned artist Yayoi Kusama, which was placed on the floor. Enjoy the silence and let this room calm your senses.
Air: Affinity
You continue your journey in the next room Affinity. Silver shapes float through the air creating a very special atmosphere. You can interact with the shapes and let your imagination run free. Use the interplay of mirror floors and ceilings for your unique souvenir photo!
Air: Transcendence 2
Transcendence 2 is the second level of the mirror room and thus an extension of Transcendence 1. Experience the feeling of a ‘boundless space’ as you look down on Transcendence 1. The room challenges all your senses and offers you a unique experience. Look through the glass openings in the floor and expand your horizon.
Levitation
After sharpening your senses and calming your mind, the next attraction waits for you at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt: Levitation. This installation consists of two completely glass cabins that hang 335m (1,100ft) above street level, on Madison Avenue. Here you can overcome your fears and enjoy a spectacular view from a unique perspective.
Air: Unity
The last part of your journey brings you to Unity. Scan your bracelet before you enter the room and become part of the installation. Find yourself in the clouds and try to take a photo with yourself!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the exhibition accessible?
The entire exhibition is accessible without barriers. Guides are available for blind people or people with limited vision.
Read more.Can I wear high heels?
In SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, wearing high heels, work boots, and shoes with studs is prohibited due to the sensitive floors.
Read more.How much time should I plan?
You should plan 60-90 minutes for the entire exhibition. Of course, you can take more time and round off your visit with a cocktail or a snack in the café.
Read more.General information
opening hours
Open daily from 8:00 am to 12 midnight. The last bookable ticket slot is 10:00 pm, and doors close for entry at 10:30 pm.
address
One Vanderbilt45 E 42nd StNew YorkNY 10017
how to get there
The nearest subway lines are the 4, 5, 6, 7 and the Shuttle at Grand Central Terminal, 42nd Street. The Grand Central - 42nd Street station is just a minute's walk from SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. There are three entrances to SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, but there is no access from the One Vanderbilt foyer. The main entrance is located on the ground floor of the Grand Central Terminal.
website
Official site: https://summitov.com
tickets
Prices are dynamic, and tickets are valid for a specific date and time.
SUMMIT Experience (general admission): from US$44; NYC/Long Island residents from US$39.
SUMMIT Ascent (SUMMIT Experience plus the external all-glass elevator): from US$68; residents from US$63.
SUMMIT Signature Experience (SUMMIT Experience plus a Signature cocktail or mocktail): from US$58; residents from US$53.
Ultimate SUMMIT (SUMMIT Experience, Ascent, and a Signature cocktail or mocktail): from US$82; residents from US$77.
SUMMIT Premium Experience: US$149, including priority access, a 90-minute guided tour, and a digital photo package.
Flex at Lunch (flexible lunch entry, a lunch combo, and Ascent): US$65; residents US$59, available through October 29, 2026, subject to availability.
The main admission products use adult (13+) and youth (6–12) categories; children ages 5 and under enter free. Resident rates are available online only and require billing ZIP code validation. Groups of 15 or more can request customized bookings. Active-duty and retired U.S. military members receive one complimentary SUMMIT Experience ticket, and up to four accompanying guests receive 25% off. Online orders add a US$3 processing fee, and sales tax is extra. Walk-up tickets are available, but popular slots can sell out.
SUMMIT Experience (general admission): from US$44; NYC/Long Island residents from US$39.
SUMMIT Ascent (SUMMIT Experience plus the external all-glass elevator): from US$68; residents from US$63.
SUMMIT Signature Experience (SUMMIT Experience plus a Signature cocktail or mocktail): from US$58; residents from US$53.
Ultimate SUMMIT (SUMMIT Experience, Ascent, and a Signature cocktail or mocktail): from US$82; residents from US$77.
SUMMIT Premium Experience: US$149, including priority access, a 90-minute guided tour, and a digital photo package.
Flex at Lunch (flexible lunch entry, a lunch combo, and Ascent): US$65; residents US$59, available through October 29, 2026, subject to availability.
The main admission products use adult (13+) and youth (6–12) categories; children ages 5 and under enter free. Resident rates are available online only and require billing ZIP code validation. Groups of 15 or more can request customized bookings. Active-duty and retired U.S. military members receive one complimentary SUMMIT Experience ticket, and up to four accompanying guests receive 25% off. Online orders add a US$3 processing fee, and sales tax is extra. Walk-up tickets are available, but popular slots can sell out.
Written byHannah Gottlieb-KettlHannah is an enthusiastic globetrotter. Her love of discovering new places has taken her to almost every continent on our planet. Hannah now shares this great passion with the world as a content creator. In her writing, she provides impressive insights and combines her travel experiences with lots of useful tips.
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