Summit One Vanderbilt, Scenic viewpoint in Midtown Manhattan, United States.
Summit One Vanderbilt occupies floors 91-93 of a 1,401-foot skyscraper, featuring immersive art installations, reflective surfaces, mirrored rooms, and glass elevators that provide panoramic views of Manhattan's skyline including the Empire State Building and Central Park.
Summit One Vanderbilt opened to the public in October 2021 as part of the One Vanderbilt building development project, transforming the traditional observation deck concept into an innovative space that combines architecture with contemporary digital art installations.
The observatory hosts special programs including astronomy nights with guided stargazing sessions, dance classes in partnership with the Martha Graham Dance Company, and temporary exhibitions that explore themes of urban design, perception, and human interaction with metropolitan environments.
The venue operates daily from 9:00 AM to midnight with advance online ticket purchases recommended, accessible through Grand Central Terminal's main concourse via high-speed glass elevators, with wheelchair access and sign language interpretation services available for visitors.
The installation features floating silvery spheres in mirrored environments, transparent floor sections, and kaleidoscopic displays that challenge visitors' perceptions of space and height while creating surreal visual effects through interactive art elements integrated throughout the viewing areas.
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