Hudson Yards: NYC’s Newest Neighborhood as Told by a Local
Designed to be a city-within-a-city, Hudson Yards has caused quite a stir since it opened its new subway stop in 2015. Since then,…
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Climb the Vessel Tour
Layered stories and vistas inside a $200MM art installation
$20 per adult
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$20 per adult
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Local experts
Personal stories and insider travel tips -
Top-rated
Thousands of reviews averaging 4.9 stars -
Worry-free booking
Flexible scheduling and refunds
Highlights
- Get an exclusive guided experience inside the Vessel.
- Climb this $200-million art piece where every step reveals a new vista.
- Enjoy the convenience of entry tickets and logistics handled for you.
- Take your best photos at one of NYC’s most Instagrammed art installations.
- Learn about the architecture, history and surprising secrets of Hudson Yards.
What you'll see and do
Your experience begins at the foot of Vessel where your guide will introduce you to the history, architecture and wonders of Hudson Yards, NYC’s innovative planned neighborhood. You’ll also learn about Vessel, including its engineering and what makes this sculpture unique.
Then you’ll enter the art ...
Your experience begins at the foot of Vessel where your guide will introduce you to the history, architecture and wonders of Hudson Yards, NYC’s innovative planned neighborhood. You’ll also learn about Vessel, including its engineering and what makes this sculpture unique.
Then you’ll enter the art installation and slowly climb all the way to the top. At each level, we’ll stop for photos and guided commentary.
As you climb, you’ll understand why Vessel is one of the most Instagrammed artworks in New York. Each stop reveals a different viewpoint, giving you dozens of angles for the best pictures. And your guide knows where to snap the best pics!
At the end of your 30-minute guided tour, you can stay as long as you want to explore the Vessel sculpture more, take photos or just enjoy the view. Afterwards, we recommend going inside The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards, walking the High Line, or taking in a show at The Shed.
Plan your trip
Accessibility
This tour is accessible for strollers and wheelchairs. If mobility is an issue, you may wish to arrange for a private tour.
Tour ending point
The tour ends inside Vessel, where you’ll have time to wander and explore even more if you want.
Refund policy
We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours before the start time.
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Meeting point
In front of the main entrance for Vessel
FAQs
How much walking is there?
We will climb multiple floors inside the Vessel structure. You will need to wear comfortable footwear to climb stairs.
What is the refund policy?
We understand plans change. You can always change your tour 24 hours or more before you tour. We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours prior to your tour start time. Within 24 hours of your tour, we would have incurred hard costs and therefore cannot allow rescheduling or cancellation without costs.
When should I get there?
Plan to show up 15 minutes early. The tour starts promptly, and you may not be able to catch up if you arrive late.
What if it rains?
Our tours run rain or shine. If there’s extreme weather and we have to cancel, you’ll get a full refund.
Are gratuities included?
Tips aren’t expected but are always appreciated by our guides. If you think your guide did an outstanding job, a tip is a great way to show that.
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