How to visit The Vessel in New York City
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Hudson Yards is New York City’s exciting new neighborhood in Manhattan’s New West Side.
This newly developed neighborhood is home to many diverse shops, modern residences, office buildings and public plazas.
It is also home to the Vessel, which is an interactive artwork located in the Hudson Yards public square.
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The Vessel at Hudson Yards
The Vessel is a honeycomb like structure, with its spiral staircase as it’s centerpiece.
The Vessel rises 16 stories and consists of 154 flights of stairs, which lead to the most amazing views of New York City, on different levels of each landing zone.
Walking through the Vessel is such a unique experience. The stairs may seem daunting at first, but they’re actually not so bad.
Our little one enjoyed climbing each landing zone and getting to see a different perspective of New York City.
If you can’t make it up the steps, the Vessel is fully accessible with funicular style elevators that take you up at different levels. Perfect for everyone to enjoy!
Where to get tickets to The Vessel in New York City
Tickets to the Vessel are free for the first hour of each day with advance reservations (Hours are Mon-Sun 10am-8pm).
After that first hour, you must purchase timed entry tickets, which you can reserve here. Admission costs $10 per person ages 6 and up. Kids 5 and under are free!
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How to get to the Vessel in New York City
The Vessel is located at Hudson Yards, between 10th and 12th avenues, from West 30th to West 34th streets.
You can easily walk to the Vessel in New York City. From Times Square, it’s less than a two mile walk. You can also get here if you’re strolling the High Line. The Northern end of High Line ends here.
You can easily get to the Hudson Yards neighborhood via subway. Take the No. 7 subway, and stop at the 34th street Hudson Yards station.
The Vessel is located at 20 Hudson Yards New York, NY 10001
Other attractions at Hudson Yards
- The Shops at Hudson Yards is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat or shop to your hearts content.
- There are many restaurants and cafes to choose from. We loved the burgers at Belcampo, and the coffee at Bluestone Lane.
- You can ooh and ahh at the pastries at Bouchon Bakery, and be indecisive about what to eat at Citarella’s gourmet food market.
- The Shed is a museum with original works of arts from established and emerging artists under one roof. $10 exhibition tickets for all visitors (and free admission for children / teens 18 and under.
- The Edge is the highest mid-air, outdoor sky deck with 360 degree views of NYC. Tickets costs $36 for adults 16-31, $31 kids 6-12, $34 seniors 62+. Reserve tickets online.
- The Camp Store is one of the most fun kids shop. Not only can you shop for toys, books and more, there’s also a fun play area for kids! Plus you can reserve a table for an hour of crafting for the whole family. Reservations costs $30 dollars for craft kits for the whole family!
- The Playground at Hudson Yards is fun for the kids, with a fun ropes play area. There’s also a 4.5 ton giant gorilla sculpture nearby. The “King Nyani” sculpture was inspired by the story of King Kong and is a perfect photo-op when visiting Hudson Yards.
- The High Line ends here, so make sure to take a stroll along this repurposed historic freight rail line that was turned into a public park. The High Line goes for about 1.45-miles running from Gansevoort St. to 34th St. on Manhattan’s West Side.
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We had an amazing time getting to know the Hudson Yards neighborhood in New York City.
You can also stroll through the Highline, with its entrance just a few steps away from the Vessel.
Once this neighborhood is fully developed, I’m sure it will be the happening spot in the city. The Vessel is such a magnificent art installation, and is definitely worth the visit if you’re ever in New York City.
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