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9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional Museum and One World Access

5.0(690)1 hour
VIATOR4.7(18)TRIPADVISOR5.0(672)

Description

Explore Ground Zero and the 9/11 Memorial on a powerful guided tour that brings history to life. Hear firsthand stories of resilience and heroism. Walk past St. Paul’s Chapel, visit the FDNY 10 House, see the Survivor Tree, and stand by the 9/11 Memorial Pools where the Twin Towers once stood with a professional friendly local NYC tour guide. Optional access to the 9/11 Museum and One World Observatory included—explore powerful exhibits and take in breathtaking views from the top of One World Trade Center.

Tour Options

Tour Only
  • Memorial Tour Only: This option does NOT include entry tickets to 9/11 Museum or One World Observatory.
Private Tour - No Museum
  • Private Tour Guide Memorial Only: Enjoy a private, customized tour of the 9/11 Memorial and key nearby sites with a dedicated guide.
Tour with Museum Access
  • Museum Access Included: Visit the 9/11 Museum after to explore powerful exhibits and artifacts.
Tour with One World Access
  • One World Observatory Access: Take in panoramic views of NYC from the tallest observation deck in the Western Hemisphere.
Private Tour + Museum
  • Memorial + Museum Enrty: Private guided tour of the memorial - includes museum access. Ideal for those seeking a complete and deeply personal visit.
Full Access Tour
  • Tour, Museum, and One World: Enjoy seamless access to both 9/11 Museum and One World Observatory right after your guided tour of the memorial.

Itinerary

Pass by

Your tour begins at the corner of Warren Street and Broadway, near City Hall Subway Station (R & W lines). Your guide will introduce the history of the area and set the stage for your journey through Ground Zero.

10 min

See the historic St. Paul’s Chapel, which served as a refuge for first responders after 9/11. Your guide will explain its vital role in the aftermath and how it became a place of healing and support.

5 min

Visit FDNY 10 House, home to the firefighters who were among the first to respond to the attacks. See the 9/11 Memorial Wall, honoring the fallen firefighters who sacrificed their lives.

10 min

See the striking design of the Oculus, a transportation hub and shopping center that symbolizes rebirth of the World Trade Center. Learn how it was built to replace the destroyed PATH station and its deeper significance in the city's recovery.

5 min

See and stand beneath One World Trade Center (Freedom Tower) and hear about its construction, design, and symbolism as the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere.

Admission included15 min

Pay tribute at the twin reflecting pools, located in the footprints of the Twin Towers. Your guide will share the history of the memorial, its design, and the significance of the inscribed names.

5 min

See the Survivor Tree, a Callery pear tree that withstood the destruction of 9/11 and became a symbol of resilience. Your guide will explain its miraculous survival and journey back to Ground Zero.

Admission included90 min

Travelers who select the Tour + Museum or Full Access options, will continue the experience with seamless access to 9/11 Museum on a self-guided tour. Explore exhibits featuring artifacts, personal stories, and multimedia presentations that offer a deeper understanding of the day’s events and its aftermath.

Admission included90 min

Travelers who have chosen the Tour + One World Observatory or Full Access options, will enjoy a seamless access to the observation deck located on top of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere.

Highlights

One World Observatory Access (if option is selected)
Stories of Heroism & Resilience
Expert NYC Tour Guide
9/11 Museum Access (if option selected)
Ground Zero & 9/11 Memorial Guided Tour

What's included

Included
One World Observatory Access (if option is selected)
Stories of Heroism & Resilience
Expert NYC Tour Guide
9/11 Museum Access (if option selected)
Ground Zero & 9/11 Memorial Guided Tour
Not included
Gratuities
Tour Guide inside the Museum or Observatory

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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

Reviews(690)

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