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NYC From New Heights with Smyth

by Kimberly Inlander

Aug 25, 2015

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Late May brought a new viewing experience to New York City with the opening of One World Observatory, the observation deck atop One World Trade Center. Take a 60-second elevator ride to the 100th floor of the Observatory for 360-degree views of the Big Apple, and enjoy the two-minute video presentation in the See Forever Theater. Open seven days a week, the box office opens daily at 8:30 a.m.; adult tickets are $32.

 

© Smyth | Noah Fecks

© Smyth | Noah Fecks

 

Or experience the Observatory with Smyth, a Thompson Hotel. The hotel crafted an experiential package to allow guests to enjoy the neighborhood attraction. Valid through Dec. 31 on stays of two or more nights, the offer includes king deluxe or higher accommodations and two weekday or weekend VIP flex tickets to the One World Observatory with complimentary, one-way house car transportation. Book at least one week prior to anticipated date of visiting the observatory.

 

© Smyth | Thompson Terrace

© Smyth | Thompson Terrace

 

Smyth, a Thompson Hotel, features 100 newly renovated guestrooms and suites in lower Manhattan, as well as Little Park restaurant, created by James Beard award-winning chef Andrew Carmellini. Evening Bar boasts a high-end, hand-crafted cocktail menu, and other on-site amenities include town car service, twice daily housekeeping, bottled water and complimentary WiFi.

 

© Smyth | Noah Fecks

© Smyth | Noah Fecks

 

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