Tours/New York City/Official 9/11 Memorial Guided Tour
Viator · group up to 20 pax

Official 9/11 Memorial Guided Tour

4.8(275)New York City1 hour
VIATOR4.6(23)TRIPADVISOR4.8(252)

Description

Step onto sacred ground in Lower Manhattan with the Official 9/11 Memorial Guided Tour, a deeply moving experience that honors the 2,977 victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and near Shanksville, Pennsylvania—as well as the six lives lost in the February 26, 1993 World Trade Center bombing. Led by an expert official guide, this official 45-minute walking tour takes you through the heart of the historic 16-acre World Trade Center site. You will stand beside the iconic Twin Reflecting Pools, each spanning nearly an acre and set directly within the footprints of the original Twin Towers. Cascading down their sides are the largest man-made waterfalls in North America, creating a powerful, tranquil sanctuary amidst the bustling energy of New York City.

Tour Options

45-Minute 9/11 Memorial Tour

Itinerary

45 min

Join an expert official guide on a 45-minute tour of the outdoor 9/11 Memorial. Offered daily at 1 and 2 p.m. Museum admission not included.

Highlights

45-Minute Guided Outdoor 9/11 Memorial Tour
Led by a expert official guide

What's included

Included
45-Minute Guided Outdoor 9/11 Memorial Tour
Led by a expert official guide
Not included
This tour covers the outdoor 9/11 Memorial Plaza only. Entry to 9/11 Museum is not included.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children ages 6 and under are free
  • 9/11 Museum admission is not included

Reviews(275)

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kmetzger2016
May 26, 2023
Sacred and honorable space to be.

So very sad, but so very impressive to see how the site has been developed and honored. It is clean and feels very sacred. So happy to see this.

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bronco1977
October 17, 2021
Must see

Very interesting. Definitely should be on list of "must sees" when visiting NYC. Our country needs to remember this event!

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Departure620988
October 5, 2021
Everyone should experience the power of unity and generosity in the midst of soul crushing devastation.

Participating in the guided tour strongly recommended as well as allowing time dedicated to just that experience. The memorial and museum is truly magnificent and captures all aspects of the human experience amidst unimaginable destruction by hate. Ultimately, the human spirit shines through the rubble.

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821giselem
September 19, 2021
Heartbreaking&inspirational

I highly recommend the guided tour it is so worth the extra expense. You really get the complete back story of 9/11

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ozzieingram
July 14, 2021
Horrible Viator

Do not book this tour through Viator. Be sure not to visit the museum on a Tuesday or Wednesday as they are closed on those days. Viator booked a tour for me on a Tuesday. NEVER AGAIN!

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Anna_family_1963
April 20, 2021
An amazing tribute to our heroes and victims of 9/11

This the first time we have visited the memorial & museum and it was a very moving experience. I know many friends that were in the area or near on 9/11, and the photos, details and testimonies seen are very moving. It's an amazing tribute for our country and the heroes and victims of the terror spread on that day. A must-see.

4 people found this helpful
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loren_p_sp
January 25, 2021
Emotional and powerful

This is a must-see when visiting the City. It's very important to remember this horrific event and to remember the men and women who died and gave their lives trying to find and help the survivors.

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Robyn W
January 5, 2021
Well worth a visit

Very good museum with masses of information about the tragedy. It is very well done and a good tribute to those that lost their lives. Audio tour was very good, we especially like the section of the museum about the dog rescuers. It did take a long time to see it all, if like us you go around it all and listen to all of the audio but is worth it. The only slight negative was the amount of people in the section about the day itself, it was hard to try and see and listen to everything, but again was tastefully presented and documented. Definitely one thing to go and see when visiting NYC.

3 people found this helpful
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Frankie S
December 4, 2020
Well worth a visit

Well worth a visit. A real eye opener and the museum was bigger than I thought it was going to be too.

2 people found this helpful
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nicoleeh0327
October 26, 2020
The Ultimate tribute

There is so much to say about this museum, not only was its extremely well done, but its hard to know where to start when talking about a subject like this. When we visited, it was extremely crowded so you needed to be patient if you wanted to be able to read all the plaques. This crowd didn't bother me, it meant there was a building full of people who were showing their love, appreciation and patriotism for this country and the ones who lost their lives. This museum was so professionally and beautifully done, i cried the moment i walked in the door just knowing i was about to witness for the first time in person so much from that day. There were so many items from that day such as firetrucks, old building pieces, articles of clothing, office supplies, etc. There were recording you could listen to of the dispatchers, fire fighters, and civilians. To me the best part was also the most heart wrenching...a room full of digital photos showing all of the people whom had lost their life that day. There were a few tables that worked as tablets that you could scroll through those people, click one someone and read about their life before that day and where they were in the/how they were involved in the devastation. Even typing this sends chills down my spine and puts a tear in my eye thinking about all of this. The museum was so beautifully done, was so tasteful and respectful to this event and pays tribute so well. If i can convince myself to be ok with crying for the entire day, i would definitely return just to look at the same things all over again, and i know there will be somethings i missed. May no one forget this day and the innocent people who lost their lives and loves ones, and to always be thankful for the people who risk their lives to save yours...im truly grateful!

4 people found this helpful

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