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Vessel is a stunning interactive artwork by Thomas Heatherwick that invites visitors to climb 154 flights of stairs and enjoy panoramic views of New York City. Learn about its history, design, events and how to visit this iconic attraction at Hudson Yards.
Vessel is a 16-story, 150-foot-tall (46 m) structure of connected staircases among the buildings of Hudson Yards, located in the 5-acre (2.0 ha) Hudson Yards Public Square. Designed by Thomas Heatherwick, Vessel has 154 flights, 2,500 steps, and 80 landings, with the total length of the stairs exceeding 1 mile (1.6 km).
The Vessel. This bold, beehive-looking structure is one of the most iconic buildings in Midtown Manhattan and the centerpiece of Hudson Yards. This spiral staircase has 154 interconnecting flights of stairs, and together with its reflective copper metal exterior, creates a surreal appearance and unique photo op.
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Jan 6, 2024 · The Vessel is a 154-story staircase that is the centerpiece of Hudson Yards, a new neighborhood in Manhattan. Learn how to visit, what to expect, and see photos of this controversial attraction.
Mar 15, 2019 · The Vessel, as the structure is temporarily being called, is an interactive sculpture comprising a network of stairs and landings that visitors can climb (or take an elevator) to the top. The...
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Vessel is a monumental staircase in Hudson Yards, New York, that offers a unique interactive experience. Learn about tickets, entry, weather, accessibility, and more.
May 26, 2021 · The Vessel, the labyrinth of staircases at Hudson Yards that closed four months ago after several people killed themselves there, will reopen on Friday with measures in place designed to...
