How to Visit SUMMIT One Vanderbilt with Ascent Glass Elevator

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This video shows you everything you need to know about how to visit Summit One Vanderbilt - how to get there, what the experience is like, and honest reviews so you can decide for yourself if it's worth it. Book your tickets here: www.getyourguide.com/new-york...
We booked a daytime ticket with the Ascent glass elevator add-on. The glass elevator ascends from the 93rd floor up another 10 stories. Regardless of what ticket you purchase, you all go up to the 91st floor together to enter the 2-story mirrored "Transcendence" room, the balloon room, the "Clouds" art installation by Yayoi Kusama, and all the other interactive experiences. The only difference is the 5-minute glass elevator ride at the top (called "Ascent"), facing south with epic views of the Empire State Building and lower Manhattan. This Ascent elevator is an add-on that can be purchased on the 93rd floor. So you can decide in the moment if you want to go up the glass elevator or not.
Right now, in 2022, daytime tickets are about $40 for the regular experience during the daytime. Add $10 if you're going at night, and add $20 if you want to include the Ascent glass elevator at the top. So if you choose to do the nighttime ticket with the glass elevator, it'd be $70. You can (and should) book your timed-tickets in advance.
So is the experience worth the ticket price? You'll have to watch the video to decide for yourself. We felt like it was worth it. We've been to a lot of observation decks in New York (and all around the world - you can see a few of our favorites in Dubai here: • At the Top of Burj Kha... ) and the experience at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt exceeds or at least rivals them all. Great views, fun interactivity, unique immersive experiences, and super easy access being connected to Grand Central.
If you have any questions about visiting Summit One Vanderbilt, please ask in the comments. We respond to everything. Hope you have a great day!
- Brian and Isa (and Kai)
Watch all our New York City adventures in this playlist: • New York City Adventures!
0:00 Welcome to SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
0:35 Connection from Grand Central
1:01 Buying Tickets
1:21 Preparations
1:50 Elevator up (flashing effects)
2:11 Transcendence 1 (Mirrored Room)
3:35 Views from SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
4:01 Balloon Room
4:50 Chrysler Building & East River
5:08 Clouds Installation by Yayoi Kusama
5:38 Transcendence 2 (Mirrored Room 2nd Floor)
6:21 Clothing Warning
7:10 Floor 3 (93rd Floor)
7:57 Ascent Glass Elevator Experience
9:42 Gift Shop and Last Looks
10:31 Elevator down (with no effects)
10:57 Tips and Advice
11:48 Is It Worth It? Final Recommendation
Music is from ArtList
"On Vacation" by Lex Inspira
"Paper Puppy" by XiMo
"Leisure" by FASSounds
"Saturday Shopping" by Rex Banner
Filmed on August 4, 2022 on a Canon G7X Mark II.
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@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Book your timed ticket online first. Then you can add-on the Ascent elevator when you're there in person if you want. www.getyourguide.com/new-york-city-l59/nyc-summit-one-vanderbilt-experience-ticket-t404501/?partner_id=M7S3ZC0&placement=pinned&cmp=summit

@ferniejackson8300 Жыл бұрын

-Awesome idea to make such a building! -I really like your relaxed, always interesting videos! It's really nice how there is often a focus on visually enjoyable / unusual things to experience!

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Fernie. :) Glad we get to share these experiences with you.

@narellecornish4432 Жыл бұрын

Can't wait to get back to NYC and go here - Chrysler building is my all time favourite building. Thanks for the tips.

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Same! We've always loved Chrysler building. I heard they got approved for their own observation deck on floors 61-62, right above the eagles. Hopefully they build that soon so we can go in!

@kevinwhoelse4766 Жыл бұрын

This video was extremely helpful and made me decide to buy tickets, thanks!!!

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Kevin! Hope you have a great visit!

@Carl_Johnson_from_grove_street Жыл бұрын

Im going on a trip to NYC this weekend was debating which observation deck to go to.. You guys sold me on Vanderbilt!

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Have fun on your trip! Glad we could help you plan a bit. :)

@SocaSpice73 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video!!

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@debmele48 4 ай бұрын

Very informative video. I've done ESB, The Edge, and ToTR so far. One World and Summit One are left for now. I don't care for heights or elevators especially elevators but I have managed to have great experiences. I do my best to not allow my fears to keep me from experiencing the beauty of NYC.

@JRude93 Жыл бұрын

I was working the day you came lol small world that youtube recommended your video on my feed 🤣

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Are you in the video??

@inetpathfinder5767 Жыл бұрын

Amazing! Thank you so much! I will take my son there.

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Hope you both have a great time.

@thehypnoticgamer7746 Жыл бұрын

I am debating on which observation deck to go to. This one seemed really cool. I already went to Top of the Rock, so this one seems cooler!

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Top of the Rock was our favorite until this one opened. The view and the experience at Summit One Vanderbilt are both better than Rock. (I still love Top of the Rock, but if you can only do one, definitely do Summit.)

@juniorb4395 Жыл бұрын

I’m going there tomorrow I’m very exited it’s my first time going on a building way bigger then the Empire State Building! and I’m exited to see the observation deck

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Hope you had fun! Did you go up the glass elevator, too?

@corradodemartino-tg9mj Жыл бұрын

Like this video i love New York and skyscrepers❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Same. Can't get enough. :)

@MeltedMask Жыл бұрын

Those mirrors and views are just insane. Never heard of this building before. But that's no wonder, considering whole building was opened in 2020. Some mega chunck of steel and glass did not leak into international news in that year.

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Yeah, New York opened two new observation decks recently - this one and the Edge over in Hudson Yards - but I feel like neither one is a big deal internationally, just here in New York.

@jenniferkastenbaum9336 Жыл бұрын

I didn't even know this existed! Pretty cool!! Are you guys back in N.Y.? Also, what Camera/Device do you use to capture your videos/photos? We have a camera but aren't thrilled with it and end up using our phones. Having a little one, we want better quality to capture our memories! -Jenn

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Hi Jenn, not back in the City full-time, yet. This was just on a two week trip. We use a Canon G7X Mark II for filming KZfaq videos. But honestly we only take it out specifically to shoot a video. We never use it for day-to-day memories with Kai. For that, we use our phones.

@joeynyc1000 Жыл бұрын

Wow nice im planning to go Saturday 5/13/23

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Awesome. I hope you have a good experience. Are you doing the Ascent elevator, too?

@missdanikalee1778 Жыл бұрын

I would love to go and I’m not afraid of heights but I hate elevators, is there a stairway? Yes I know it might take ten hours but I’d tough it out lol 😂

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

I know you can take the stairs down in an emergency. Not sure they'd let you go up them, though. I tried to find out, but it's not on their website or anything. Good luck!

@redkai5238 3 ай бұрын

Do you have to scan your face at the beginning?

@rabinapoudel1201 Жыл бұрын

hey amazing video! what about the parking spot? is there a parking place avaible nearby this area?

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

There's no parking in One Vanderbilt, but there are plenty of parking garages around midtown.

@sonalikuwar4225 Жыл бұрын

Nice info😊 Are strollers allowed inside?

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Yes, with a few limitations: info.summitov.com/faq/can-i-bring-a-stroller-to-summit-one-vanderbilt

@talkkev Жыл бұрын

Did you go on the elevator with just your group you came with or did you have to go in an combined group with other people ?

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Combined. While we were there, they were putting about 8 people in an elevator (we heard they put more in when it's busier). Since it was just the three of us, we went in with a few people we didn't know. I suppose if you had a larger group though, you'd likely have the entire elevator to yourselves.

@sqpeggy 7 ай бұрын

Did you have to go up into the main area with the clock to access it?

@PerfectLittlePlanet 6 ай бұрын

Are you talking about the main atrium in Grand Central with the clock in the center? We did, but you don't _need_ to go through there. You can enter from the street, too.

@GillianWylie Жыл бұрын

What time did you go up? Debating first thing and an hour before Sunset!

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

We booked the daytime ticket and went up in the afternoon. First thing might be nice because there'll be fewer people up there, so you'll get to experience it more to yourself. Plus the sun will be over to the East, so your view of Manhattan to the South won't have a harsh glare.

@edvaira6891 Жыл бұрын

I would imagine this place would lead to some absolutely Terrible problems for those with vertigo! Do they at least have some major warnings for folks with vertigo problems or who are prone to dizziness?

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

You're absolutely right, but I didn't see any warnings for that anywhere. I heard even the warning for inappropriate clothing was only added after the first visitors came through and said something. I guess they're hoping people watch some videos like this before they come so they can decide for themselves if it's a good idea or not.

@SocaSpice73 Жыл бұрын

I have vertigo but I'm going to walk with my meclizine and tough it out 😁

@ahayemiruchi1053 Жыл бұрын

Hi do we have elevator access to 2nd floor

@PerfectLittlePlanet Жыл бұрын

Yes, each floor is accessible by elevator, stairs, and the escalator.

@johanflex3907 10 ай бұрын

Is there skirts forbidden or it's for your choice ?

@PerfectLittlePlanet 10 ай бұрын

Your choice. Definitely bring some shorts to wear under your skirt though.

@johanflex3907 10 ай бұрын

@@PerfectLittlePlanet no, why do I need shorts ?

@PerfectLittlePlanet 10 ай бұрын

@@johanflex3907 You don't need shorts if you don't mind people being able to see your underwear. The mirrors on the floor make it really easy for anyone around you to see up your skirt.

@johanflex3907 10 ай бұрын

@@PerfectLittlePlanet huh, so that’s great, ofc they can see ) my bf will be very glad if my underwear will be visible to others 😏

@PerfectLittlePlanet 10 ай бұрын

Yes, if you want your underwear to be seen, it's a great place to go.

@stepheneson4107 11 ай бұрын

I have been to all five NYC observation decks, numerous times. If you have kids in your group One Vanderbilt will be a fun visit-- kids couldn't care less about spotting NYC landmarks, so the many distractions here will keep them occupied. But if you're old school like I am and visit observation decks primarily for the views, it's a hard pass. While One Vanderbilt's are potentially the best views in New York, seeing them without irritation is problematic. Not only is it bright from all the reflection.... it's hot. It's quite loud inside (not helped by a bagpipe player performing on St. Patrick's Day!). You have to be careful stepping around and over people lying on the floor taking reflective selfies. And some views are virtually blocked because of the various floating balloons and other gizmos obstructing your line of sight. The adjective I use to describe the experience is... "Disneyesque".

@PerfectLittlePlanet 11 ай бұрын

Haha, very Disneyesque. They full-on went for experience and social-sharability over views. Which observation deck is your favorite?

@stepheneson4107 11 ай бұрын

@@PerfectLittlePlanet 1. Top of the Rock 2/3 (tie). Empire State- Edge Hudson Yards 3. One World Observatory

@PerfectLittlePlanet 11 ай бұрын

@@stepheneson4107 Nice. I was curious where the Edge ranked for you. Top of the Rock is my favorite as well, but I haven't gone up the Edge yet.

@stepheneson4107 11 ай бұрын

The Edge is much more spacious than Empire State. Easy to spread out and enjoy the views, both indoors and out. Its "hole in the floor" is interesting in theory but the reality is much less dramatic, not to mention being crowded with people trying to get a look straight down. Just as enjoyable are its outward-leaning glass retaining walls, allowing you to literally "lean out in space" to the world below. Its downside compared to ESB is the location on the far west side of Manhattan, though there are good views across to Jersey and up the Hudson River.