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Skyline views that await you at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt offers several vantage points to view New York City from above. From the main observation deck to the Ascent glass elevator, each location provides a different perspective of the city. Continue reading for detailed information on the views available at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt.

Stunning views from SUMMIT One Vanderbilt

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt View
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt View
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt View
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt View
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt View

View New York City from above at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt

The 93rd floor of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt gives you a great vantage point to take in the New York City skyline. From here, you can spot Midtown Manhattan's key landmarks and the bustling streets below.

View from the Perched Glass Floor: Levitation

Step onto Levitation, the glass skybox at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, and experience New York City from a whole new perspective. Extending 1,100 feet above the ground, this transparent floor gives you the sensation of floating, with nothing but glass beneath you. Unlike traditional views from windows or open-air decks, Levitation places you directly over the city, offering an up-close feeling of height with a clear view of the streets below and the skyline stretching beyond.

View from the Main Observation Deck

At 1,020 feet, the Main Observation Deck at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt is the highest viewpoint in Midtown Manhattan, offering a stunning perspective of the city. From here, you can see the Empire State Building up close, the Chrysler Building’s iconic spire, and Central Park stretching out to the north. On a clear day, you can even spot the Statue of Liberty in the distance. With floor-to-ceiling windows wrapping around the space, it’s the perfect place to take in the skyline from above.

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Observation Deck

View from the Glass Elevator: Ascent

Soar in the world’s largest glass-bottomed exterior elevator as you rise up to SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. This thrilling ride takes you 1,020 feet above Midtown Manhattan, offering an uninterrupted view of the city below through the transparent walls and floor. As you ascend, the buildings shrink away, and the skyline expands before you, giving you a unique perspective of New York City from above.

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Elevator

View from the Restaurant: Après

At Après, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the view with a drink or a bite to eat. The floor-to-ceiling windows make the city feel close even while you’re indoors, creating the perfect setting to take it all in at a slower pace. Watch the sunset as you sip a cocktail and NYC transforms into a hub of twinkling buildings at night.

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Restaurant

Frequently asked questions about the SUMMIT On Vanderbilt view

The view from SUMMIT One Vanderbilt is simply spectacular, offering breathtaking panoramic views of New York City's bustling streets, iconic skyline, and landmarks such as the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty.