The Vessel
Inaugurated in 2019, Vessel is a series of interlinked staircases connected by various platforms, making for a great viewpoint in the middle of Hudson Yards.
New York's Staircase
Since its inauguration in 2019, this futuristic steel building has become one of the main attractions in Hudson Yards, the major urban plan to the East of Manhattan. It's at the end of the High Line and was designed by the English architect Thomas Heatherwick.
The Vessel looks a bit like a beehive. Its interlinked stairs and copper steel panels reflect the structure's surroundings - and there are a total of 2,500 stairs. Although it's not necessary to climb them all, if you find a good spot in the labyrinth you can get great views. There is also an elevator available for those with reduced mobility.
The Vessel, at 45 meters (150 feet) tall, is not huge compared with other skyscrapers in New York, such as the Empire State, or the Rockefeller. Nonetheless, we consider it an excellent place to see the buildings and scenery in Hudson Yards. It has a unique shape and has quickly become one of the Big Apple's most iconic buildings.
Visiting The Vessel in New York
Due to a series of incidents that have occurred (several people have been jumping off the monument), The Vessel has had to temporarily close so it is not possible to climb to the viewpoint at the moment. Nonetheless, it's still impressive to admire the structure from below.
