The Vessel in New York City stands as a striking architectural marvel, captivating visitors from around the globe. This iconic structure, known for its intricate honeycomb-like design, rises majestically against the city skyline. As a prominent landmark, The Vessel offers a unique experience to all who venture inside its maze of interconnecting staircases. This impressive sight draws tourists and locals alike, seeking a panoramic view of the bustling city below. Its intricate design allows visitors to explore different vantage points and perspectives, making it a popular point of interest for photographers and sightseers. As an establishment that defies traditional architectural norms, The Vessel symbolizes creativity and innovation, attracting admiration and curiosity from all who encounter its unique beauty.
The Vessel
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New York City,
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Epic travel experiences
Explore new destinations throughout with ease and expert guidance with tour packages and experiences from Viator. With knowledgeable guides to enrich your journey with local insights and cultural experiences, you can fully immerse yourself in the destination without the stress of planning logistics. Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or cultural exploration, a tour ensures a seamless and enriching travel experience.
$75
New York City Private Tour
Experience New York City on a fun and relaxing pedicab tour, wih stops for photos and visits to iconic landmarks like Times Square, Rockefeller Center, Fifth Avenue and more- perfect for sightseeing and capturing unforgettable moments.
$39
High Line & Hudson Yards Small Group Walking Tour
Come experience the green oasis the most current and most expensive development in the history of NYC. Walk along its beautiful gardens. Admire and photograph the Vessel- this public structure rising 45.7 meters high and 2,500 interconnecting steps. Prepare for a urban hiking experience, away from NYC busy streets and get lifted up into a garden path along the West side of Manhattan with amazing views of New York City and the Hudson river along the way. The High Line park is an example of urban renewal at its finest, a unique concept of a park, a green oasis among the concrete giants. During the 2 hour walk you will visit the most important, the most historic points, sculptures, arts, and murals of the high line. Slowdown and check out the various species of plants that were specifically picked for the high line. Highlights are the: the “Vessel”, Hudson Yards, Zaha Hadid building, the 10th Avenue square and overlook, Chelsea Market…
$150
Cycle to NYC's Top Sites In One Day
From Central Park to Brooklyn Bridge to Ground Zero, we'll see it all! This is not a tour for beginner cyclists. This a tour for confident, urban cyclists. We'll cover around 25 miles (40 km) over 6 hours. The pace will be brisk but not back-breaking or exhausting. We'll stick to designated bike lanes, but please understand, we cannot do this exclusively. This a tour for the adventurous of spirit. You'll see so many of NYC's most iconic spots and as they were intended to be seen: from the street. We'll take lots of breaks where you can get off the bikes, walk around and I will find you lots of photo ops to make you Instagram feed POP! I'll keep you safe and you'll never risk wasting time getting lost. I'll also keep you entertained and provide history, context and local color. By the end of the day, you'll feel the burn, but be ready to feast in one of NYC's great restaurants—guilt free, you earned it!
$350
Photographer in New York
One of a kind photography tour .Choose multiple locations capturing the full New York experience with your loved ones.
$149
New York City Instagrammable 1-Day City Tour
Travel with a thoroughly disinfected sightseeing coach and our professional well-trained tour escort. Visit the most photographic spots in New York City! Put your taste buds to the test with the most authentic gourmet dishes. Visit the High Line, Chelsea Market, the Vessel, SOHO and Dumbo! Explore the true beauty of the Big Apple and visit the Grand Central, Bryant Park and Little Island. This town is the ultimate home for food lovers and information seekers with a rich and diverse history waiting to be explored. New York City seems to have all the needs covered! Itinerary: Grand Central (inside, 20 mins) → New York Public Library (inside) +Bryant Park +Blue Bottle Coffee (Optional) +Lady M Cake (Optional) (40 mins) → Central Park (20 mins) → Roosevelt Island (Optional, include one-way cable car ticket, 40 mins) → DUMBO (70 mins) → Little Island +Starbucks +Chelsea Market +The High Line +Lunch (Optional) (80 mins) → Vessel (outside visit, 10 mins)
$47
Secrets of the High Line
Smaller-sized groups. Perfect for tourists AND locals New Yorkers too! Learn lots of secrets about New York City's "Park in the Sky" and its surrounding neighborhoods. Built upon a historic freight rail line erected above the streets on Manhattan's West Side, the High Line has become a major draw for tourists and locals alike. This fun, two-hour guided walking tour includes a visit to Chelsea Market; the chic gastro haven was once the home of Nabisco, the birthplace of the Oreo cookie. Meandering the entire length of the unique and stunning elevated public park, you'll take in breathtaking views of NYC from an entirely new perspective. You'll learn all sorts of area "secrets" through engaging narration throughout your tour. The tour covers the High Line's past and present, its art and area galleries, its horticulture, its surrounding neighborhoods, visible iconic buildings, future developmental plans and the latest cutting-edge architecture sprouting up all around the High Line.
$2175
Private Luxury Tour of NYC With Transportation
This exclusive NYC tour is led by a local expert who will take you through the must-see highlights of the city. Ride in comfort on the luxury vehicle of your choice as New York City unfolds before you. Your driver stays focused on the road while your private guide is focused on you, pointing out landmarks and sharing stories that make each place — Little Italy, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, and more — come alive. We’ll also enjoy guided visits on foot to Ground Zero and Central Park so you can see these iconic attractions up-close. This combo tour provides a convenient way to experience over a dozen iconic Manhattan attractions. From Chinatown to Greenwich Village to a ferry ride past Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, see it all in just six hours!
$49
Hudson Yards Tour With Optional Edge Upgrade
Join this expert-led guided tour to uncover the marvels of Hudson Yards, America's largest cutting-edge private real estate development. With your local guide, you’ll delve into the engineering marvels (and money!) that shaped this skyscraper-filled Manhattan complex. Stroll along the High Line, an elevated oasis born from abandoned railway tracks that’s filled with art and natural beauty. Climb the stunning Vessel, a 150-foot art installation of interconnecting stairs offering new viewpoints of the city below. This top-rated tour offers a unique perspective on urban innovation. Capture stunning views and photo opportunities while learning the behind-the-scenes tales of Manhattan's newest real estate gem. Want even more Manhattan views? Upgrade to see New York from above at Edge, a 1,100-foot-high observation deck with a glass floor and tilted outer windows.
$55
NYC Midtown Sightseeing Tour and Hudson Yards
This guided walking tour showcases the best of Midtown Manhattan and Hudson Yards, blending classic New York landmarks with one of the city’s most striking modern developments. Stroll past 34th Street and Macy’s, take in views of the Empire State Building, Bryant Park, the New York Public Library, and Fifth Avenue, then continue west to Hudson Yards. Get up close to The Vessel, the dramatic 150-foot, honeycomb-shaped structure known as “New York’s Staircase,” for incredible photo opportunities and insight into the largest private real estate development in U.S. history. The tour ends at Hudson Yards, where you can explore the new shops and restaurants or upgrade to visit Edge at Hudson Yards. At the conclusion of the tour visit Hudson Yard new mall and restaurants or upgrade and go to the Top of the Edge.
$80
Tour New York City Contrasts and Dyker Heights Lights
Experience a unique tour of New York combining the Tour of Contrasts with Christmas magic. We will visit the Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn in Spanish, exploring daily New York life as the city shines with festive lights. We started on the West Side Highway, seeing the Intrepid, the Trump Buildings and the Hudson River. In the Bronx we visit the steps of the Joker, Yankee Stadium outside, Civil and Criminal Court, the Big Pun mural and the I Love The Bronx graffiti. Then we crossed the Bronx Whitestone Bridge to Queens to see Malba, the New York Times printing press and Flushing Meadows Corona Park with CitiField, the US Open and the Unisphere. In Brooklyn we explored Williamsburg and DUMBO, getting the iconic Manhattan Bridge photo. Continue to Dyker Heights to enjoy its famous Christmas lights. We finish at Hudson Yards with a stop at The Vessel. An ideal tour to experience the Christmas essence of New York
Interesting Places Nearby
Planning the perfect vacation? There are a ton of great places to explore. Checkout out these exciting locations and places near The Vessel.
Little Island
Kit Kat Club at the August Wilson Theatre
Stephen A. Schwarzman Building (New York Public Library Main Branch)
Music Box Theatre
Bryant Park
Madison Square Park
Al Hirschfeld Theatre
