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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Access

4.935 reviews
Niu-York· New York
by Headout
Duration1h 30m
SeasonSee calendar when booking

The Experience

**Your Experience (Summary)**See NYC from above like never before with this exclusive 90-min guided experience that takes you through all three levels of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, minus the lines and the wait. Getting started Your tour begins at the top of the MTA Staircase, just across from the SUMMIT entrance. There, you’ll meet your Guest Experience Tour Lead, who will be your go-to expert for the journey ahead. What to expect Skip the lines at the entrance, security, and even at Levitation, the famous skyboxes with glass floors over Madison Avenue. Your tour lead will guide you through immersive installations like Air by Kenzo Digital, floating silver orbs in Affinity , and reflective spaces that play with perspective and light. Along the way, you’ll get insider stories, fun facts, and a deeper look into SUMMIT’s art, architecture, and design—all tailored to your pace and interests. Features: Your 90-min tour gives you priority access through the entrance, security, and Levitation. The tour guide creates a personalized experience that allows you to enjoy and immerse yourself in the space's art and architecture. Visit the immersive exhibits and explore the space as you learn interesting facts and insights about SUMMIT. Wrapping up Cap off your tour with some fresh air and world-class views from the outdoor terrace, 1,100 feet above Manhattan. It’s the perfect photo op, and yes, your ticket includes a digital photo package so you can take the memories home.

How to book

Booked on Headout, who runs this experience. Inclusions and cancellation are theirs.

  • Book with Headout

    4.9(35 reviews)

    Free cancellation · 24h before

    from₹15,546

    Includes: Entry tickets to SUMMIT One Vanderbilt · Personalized 90-min tour led by the Guest Experience Tour Lead · Skip-the-line privileges at all key points: entrance, security, elevators, and Levitation · +1 more

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Logistics & Transit

Transport not included
Location
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, 45 E 42nd St, New York, New York
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End point
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, 45 E 42nd St, New York, New York

Good to know

Who it's for

Min persons: 1

About the guide

Group experience
No — private booking

Know before you go

Know before you go What's not allowed Large bags or suitcases are not allowed on this experience. Additional information Your skip-the-line tickets include priority access at the entrance, security, elevators, and Levitation. Arrive 15 minutes before the tour is scheduled to begin and meet your Tour Lead at the top of the MTA Staircase, located across from the SUMMIT Entrance. If you arrive late, check with the Box Office to see if your tour can be rescheduled for a later time in the day. Carry sunglasses with you for the experience. The reflective surfaces can get quite bright during the day.

The fine print

Voucher requirements

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly. Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays. Meeting point Meet your guide at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt . Address: 45 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017, United States. Landmark: Please meet your SUMMIT Guest Experience Tour Lead at the top of the MTA Staircase, directly across from the SUMMIT Entrance. Get directions to the meeting point