Highest sky deck in Western Hemisphere dares visitors to live on the edge

On Wednesday, the development in Manhattan's far West side, marked by shiny high-rise buildings and the Vessel, a curiously-shaped landmark with a lot of stairs, presents a new offering.

One hundred floors up, and over 1,100 feet in the air, Edge has built-in bragging rights: It is, after all, the highest outdoor observation deck in the Western Hemisphere. Take that One World Observatory and Willis Tower.

The outdoor space edges get it out into Manhattan, approximately 80 feet, with head-spinning 360-degree views of the city's skyline and beyond.

Adrenaline seekers will want to beeline to the triangular glass floor at the center of it all, the space's indisputable showstopper.

The glass floor, CNN has been told, is basically indestructible. You can jump up and down on it, lie flat and watch the cars moving below like ants. Or you might simply marvel at how surprisingly challenging it is to take that first step -- even if you're not afraid of heights, even if you know the floor is totally solid.

Walk on the glass, take a picture for the 'Gram or just enjoy a flute (well, in this case, a plastic cup because safety first) of Champagne as you look out over Manhattan, New Jersey and Brooklyn.

Designed by KPF and Rockwell Group, Edge is more than a place to get a stellar view of the city. Even New York City residents who scoff at the small price reduction may be satisfied with the bang-to-buck ratio.

"We really don't want people to think of us as an observation deck," says Jason Horkin, VP of Hudson Yards Experiences, underscoring Edge's desire for distinction.

Providing an immersive experience, the Edge journey starts after you show your ticket ($38 is the base fee for adults, with various discounts) and make your way toward the sleek elevators.

On your way, look up, and you'll see an 80-foot-long map celebrating Manhattan, various lights hovering over the city's vibrant neighborhoods.

A tunnel-like walkway offers both audio and visual stimulants — think the speed of sound (trains moving) and the smooth, almost soothing sounds of construction.