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Vessel, Hudson Yards
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Vessel

  • 4.629k reviews
  • Free
  • Open now · till 7 pm

Vessel is a striking lattice of interlocking staircases offering panoramic views of Hudson Yards and the Manhattan skyline. The atmospheric public landmark invites exploration, photography, and curious visitors who want a unique architectural experience and memorable city vistas. Expect crowds at peak times and plenty of opportunities for elevated viewpoints and artful compositions.

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Vessel in short

When is Vessel open?

Every day, 11 AM–7 PM.

When is the best time to visit Vessel?

It's at its best afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Vessel indoors or outdoors?

Outdoors: best on a dry day.

Where is Vessel?

20 Hudson Yards,New York, NY 10001.

Right now · 4:15 pm

Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

This is its best hour in the next five days.

In its favour

  • Golden hour
  • Open till 7 pm
  • Outdoors

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Clear

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The next five days

Best time to go

Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.

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Plan your visit

Hours

Open now · till 7 pm
monday
11 AM–7 PM
tuesday
11 AM–7 PM
wednesday
11 AM–7 PM
thursday
11 AM–7 PM
friday
11 AM–7 PM
saturday
11 AM–7 PM
sundayToday
11 AM–7 PM

Where and how

  1. 1 Vessel
  2. 2 Mercado Little Spain · 2 min
  3. 3 Sogno Toscano Cafe´& Wine Bar · 5 min
  4. 4 Skylight Diner · 7 min
  5. 5 Chelsea Waterside · 11 min
20 Hudson Yards, New York, NY 10001(opens the map)DirectionsTo Hudson YardsCall+13322048500Websitehudsonyardsnewyork.com

Good to know

  • Outdoors
  • Free to visit
  • Good with kids
  • Good for solo
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.6from 29k reviews

Known for

  • Sightseeing
  • Photography
  • Weekend outings
  • Scenic views
  • Art installations
  • Historic landmarks

The feel

  • Lively
  • Spacious
  • Trendy
  • Tourists
  • Family friendly
  • Solo friendly

Around Hudson Yards

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

On nearby

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

Your full outfit
  • JacketThe whole time