Enter the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt experience through ‘Air’, a stunning art installation by Kenzo Digital. Transcendence 1, the first exhibit, is a captivating mirror room with enormous windows displaying the city skyline and the Empire State Building in the foreground along with reflective surfaces that are cast against these windows.
As you exit Transcendence 1, you will enter the next room called Reflect. This exhibit has been designed to be the kind of space you can meditate in. Here you can experience the art installation ‘Cloud’ by renowned artist Yayoi Kusama, which has been set on the floor. Enjoy the serene installation and let this room calm your senses.
Affinity is a continuation of the art installation ‘AIR’. Silver blobs float through the air creating a dream-like sequence. This interactive exhibit lets you play around with the blobs and bring out your inner child! The mirrored floors and ceilings create a dramatic effect and create endless photo opportunities.
Transcendence 2 is the second level of the mirrored room, an extension of Transcendence 1. This is a sensory treat that offers a unique perspective to all its visitors. Get transported to a world of vivid visuals as you look down through the glass portals on the floor.
Levitation is another thrilling part of the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt experience. Get a rush of adrenalin as you step out on a glass-paneled floor and take in the view of the city streets below. This installation has two glass boxes with floor-to-ceiling windows and a glass floor perched 1,063 feet above street level.
Inside the Unity exhibit, you get to, quite literally, see your face in the clouds! Just scan your wristband before you enter this room and enter a space with a digital installation that projects your face in the clouds. Find your face and take amazing pictures of yourself!
Enjoy a delicious assortment of food and drinks at the café at the top of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. Après brings you the experience of amazing food with a stunning view. This Nordic-themed café serves contemporary cuisines with a touch of NYC elements to create a unique blend.
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt RestaurantThe outdoor terrace forms the central part of the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt observation deck. You can enjoy extraordinary panoramic views of the New York skyline from this floor. Visit just before sunset and stay through the evening to enjoy unparalleled sunset views and dream-like night views of NYC.
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt observation deckLocated on the 93rd floor, Ascent is the world’s biggest external glass elevator. It takes you 12 stories above the observation deck to the highest vantage point of the building. Take this thrilling ride to enjoy stunning views of lower Manhattan and spot iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building.
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt elevatorThe Boutique is SUMMIT One Vanderbilt’s official gift shop. You can shop for souvenirs and merchandise including t-shirts, mugs, models of the building, and much more here. Take home memorabilia for your family and friends from Boutique.
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt shopSUMMIT One Vanderbilt is located on the 91st, 92nd, and 93rd floors of One Vanderbilt.
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt has three floors, from the 91st through the 93rd floors of One Vanderbilt.
You can buy a SUMMIT One Vanderbilt ticket to access the different floors.
Yes, your ticket gives you access to all the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt floors. However, the glass elevator requires a separate ticket that can be bought onsite.
The main observation deck of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt is located on the 93rd floor. However, you can also view New York City's skyline from the exhibits on the 91st and 92nd floors.
The first SUMMIT One Vanderbilt floor houses 3 exhibits called Transcendence 1, Reflect, and Affinity.
On the second floor of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, you will find the experiences Transcendence 2, Levitation, and Unity.
On the top floor of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt you will find the main observation deck, Après Café, the Ascent elevator, and the gift shop.
We suggest that you spend between 1.5 to 2 hours on the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt floors to fully enjoy your experience. Spend at least 30-40 minutes on the 91st floor, around 20-30 minutes on the 92nd floor, and about 30-45 minutes on the 93rd floor.