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4.7/5(5,388)

Maryna S

Solo
Verified booking
Last week
If you're choosing a tour, I highly recommend the Grand Central Terminal + SUMMIT Vanderbilt. My guide, Lynda, was fantastic—she showed hidden corners of Grand Central and shared stories about its history and architecture. You don't just see the station; you truly feel its unique atmosphere, and you'll want to come back to explore even more on your own. Combining the Grand Central tour with SUMMIT One Vanderbilt feels like traveling through two different eras in just two hours—from the timeless elegance of this historic landmark to the stunning modern architecture and breathtaking views of NY. It was a great experience, and I highly recommend it!
    • Immerse yourself in New York's most thrilling views from SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, located at the top of the iconic One Vanderbilt.

    • Experience art like never before through Air by Kenzo Digital, where reflections of the Manhattan skyline engage your senses in a transformative way.

    • Step out into Levitation, two transparent skyboxes suspended 1,100 feet above the streets, creating a thrilling interaction with the cityscape.

    • Dive into Yayoi Kusama’s Cloud, a visual immersion that shifts your perception and transcends the ordinary.

    • Indulge in a food and cocktail experience at Après cafe and eatery while enjoying the spectacular views of the city below.

    • If you're short on time, choose the skip-the-line ticket for faster entry. For a more memorable visit, consider the night experience. You can also enhance your trip by combining your observation deck visit with a guided tour of other top Midtown Manhattan attractions or the Secrets of Grand Central Station tour.

    • Entry to SUMMIT Experience

    • Access to all 3 floors and immersive experiences

    • Access to Après eatery & cafe

    • Night experience (as per option selected)

    • Skip-the-line access with guided tour of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt (as per option selected)

    • Midtown Manhattan highlights guided tour (as per option selected)

    • Secrets of Grand Central Station Tour (as per option selected)

    • Ascent glass elevators (available for purchase on site only)

    • Food and drinks (available for purchase at Après)

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 5,388 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Kyle S

    Family
    Verified booking
    Jun 2026
    Booking tickets through Headout was fast and very simple. We bought out tickets at the last minute as we stood outside of the building and we're able to bypass the lines at the kiosks inside. Summit One was a fun and thrilling experience, especially the elevator ride. It was so smooth we couldn't believe we went up >90 floors that quickly. The whole experience was so well run and each room/floor had a different experience that kept you guessing what was next. I would definitely recommend going to Summit One if you want something that is unique and interactive for the whole family with amazing views. I would also recommend Headout for a stress free ticket buying website to speed up the entry process.

    Raisa S

    Group
    Verified booking
    Jun 2026
    Very special experience. Living in NYC we visited all well known popular observation points with our children and now the grandchildren. That vas the best experience ever for the kids and adults as well.

    Allan G

    Couple
    Verified booking
    4 days ago
    It is definitely an interesting thing to do and a lot of fun. But it's also very commercial and very about trying to sell you photo packages and souvenirs. The elevator lineup is very cool, and once you get to the top, it is absolutely amazing. The floor and mirrors will blow your mind, the view is spectacular. We went on a day where there was a lot of Hays in the air from the smoke from Canada so we could not see as much as we would've liked to, but the views are amazing. It was fairly crowded, but very manageable. We walked around what did the other floors, played with the balloons. All in all to me it's like going to the edge, but it's indoors, plus you get a 360° view. The reason I rated four stars is, I think it's very expensive for what you get, and it's way too commercial with the photos and all the gift shops that you walk-through. But when it's a hot day and you don't wanna walk around outside, it's a very cool thing to do.

    Maryna S

    Solo
    Verified booking
    Last week
    If you're choosing a tour, I highly recommend the Grand Central Terminal + SUMMIT Vanderbilt. My guide, Lynda, was fantastic—she showed hidden corners of Grand Central and shared stories about its history and architecture. You don't just see the station; you truly feel its unique atmosphere, and you'll want to come back to explore even more on your own. Combining the Grand Central tour with SUMMIT One Vanderbilt feels like traveling through two different eras in just two hours—from the timeless elegance of this historic landmark to the stunning modern architecture and breathtaking views of NY. It was a great experience, and I highly recommend it!

    Serguei D

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 weeks ago
    The Summit One Vanderbilt was a great experience. We were able to start waiting in line 30 minutes before our time slot and the process to get inside was very straight forward. I went around 10pm and the view at night eas amazing. I'd highly recommend booking this, especially in the evening!

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