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Private NYC Skyscrapers and Summit Guided Experience

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Offered in: English

Overview

Many of New York's most iconic skyscrapers, like the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building, are here in Midtown. Discover the bold geometric style of Art Deco and the glamorous flourishes of Beaux-Arts as your guide points at the details. You'll pass cultural giants like Macy’s and the monumental New York Public Library as you relive the drama of the skyscraper race a century ago.

Your experience culminates at over 1,000 feet up as you explore three immersive floors at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. You'll enjoy a 90-minute guided tour and skip the line for entry as well as for the hugely popular Levitation: unique glass overlooks that let you feel like you're standing atop New York. This experience also includes a cocktail in the Après Lounge and your choice of entry times, even the coveted sunset hours.

What's Included

  • Cocktail or other drink at Après inside SUMMIT
  • Private 90-minute outdoor walking tour
  • Gratuities
  • Champagne at Après
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Meeting Location

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West 35th Street
New York, NY 10001, USA

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East 42nd Street
New York, NY 10017, USA

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Empire State Building

Capture the perfect photo of this Art Deco landmark as your guide shares the story behind its creation and the remarkable challenges that shaped it
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Macy's Herald Square

Discover how Macy’s helped define American retail culture and why this intersection remains one of New York’s most influential crossroads
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bryant Park

Enjoy the bustle and beauty of this 9.6-acre greenspace, affectionately known as the town square of Midtown Manhattan. Meanwhile, your guide points out the towering skyscrapers surrounding you, such as the American Radiator Building, and their enduring influence on artists
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

53rd Street Library

Learn about the history of this Beaux-Arts beauty and its role in shaping New York as you admire one of the city’s most beautiful examples of this architectural style. The library hides more than just books but also surprising cultural treasures, as you’ll soon learn.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

One Vanderbilt

Hear the story of the rivalry that reshaped Manhattan’s skyline, while taking in stunning views of the Chrysler Building and the craftsmanship that defines it.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt

Your visit concludes above the city as you explore all three levels of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. You’ll enjoy expedited entry, a dedicated ambassador for a private 90-minute guided visit, and the flexibility to choose your entry time, including coveted sunset hours. A signature cocktail is also included, offering the perfect end to a memorable day.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • You can choose anytime to visit the observatory, including premium sunset hours. We’ll reserve your timed ticket in advance. After your 90-minute private guided tour of the attraction, you can stay as long as you like inside.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private NYC Skyscrapers and Summit Guided Experience?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private NYC Skyscrapers and Summit Guided Experience?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Cocktail or other drink at Après inside SUMMIT.
  • Private 90-minute outdoor walking tour.
  • Gratuities.
  • Skip-the-line entry to SUMMIT One Vanderbilt.
  • Dedicated ambassador at SUMMIT.
  • Private 90-minute SUMMIT tour.
  • Private NYC tour guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Champagne at Après.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Private NYC Skyscrapers and Summit Guided Experience is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private NYC Skyscrapers and Summit Guided Experience will be included in your confirmation email from Cool New York City. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024

What's Included

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  • Cocktail or other drink at Après inside SUMMIT
  • Private 90-minute outdoor walking tour
  • Gratuities
  • Skip-the-line entry to SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
  • Dedicated ambassador at SUMMIT
  • Private 90-minute SUMMIT tour
  • Private NYC tour guide
  • Champagne at Après

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • You can choose anytime to visit the observatory, including premium sunset hours. We’ll reserve your timed ticket in advance. After your 90-minute private guided tour of the attraction, you can stay as long as you like inside.
  • We recommend comfortable, non-marking shoes. Stiletto heels, work boots, cleats, and other footwear that can damage flooring aren’t allowed inside SUMMIT. The observatory has many reflective floors so they also recommend wearing pants, shorts, or tights and bringing sunglasses for the reflected sunlight.
  • Enjoy a complimentary cocktail at Après, a Nordic-themed bar inside SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. You can also choose a nonalcoholic drink or other beverage. Only champagne is excluded.

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