The 9/11 Ground Zero and Manhattan Walking Tour
Description
Discover 20+ top Manhattan landmarks on our fun walking tour, then learn about the history and tragic events of 9/11 on the Ground Zero tour. The tour begins on Wall St., the oldest part of Manhattan, where you can experience the bustling district and see iconic sights like Ground Zero and the Charging Bull & Fearless Girl at the New York Stock Exchange. Walk to City Hall for glimpses of the Brooklyn Bridge and famous courthouses. Then, visit Five Points, Chinatown, and Little Italy, learn about their vibrant cultures and fascinating history, and get tips on the best local NYC food! We finish the tour near the iconic Flatiron Building. After the tour, join your 9/11 Ground Zero tour, which explores the site where the Twin Towers stood. There’s a sense of calm at the site allowing you to take in all the history and stories this tour holds. The tour lasts about 5 hours: 3 hours for the Manhattan Walking Tour and 2 hours for the Ground Zero tour (with a different guide)
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Itinerary
We start on Wall St. Where we will see many iconic buildings and The NY stock exchange (with Charging Bull & Fearless Girl statues). Walking to City Hall, we glimpse the Brooklyn Bridge and the famous Court Houses that took down the Mafia!
Next, we’ll stop by at Ground Zero to see and pay respects at the 9/11 Memorial - an incredibly touching tribute to the city's greatest tragedy. You'll return here later to explore the museum with an expert guide.
We then go through the 5 Points & Little Italy districts. There is so much history in this area - gangsters, amazing food & iconic buildings (including The Woolworth Building featured in Fantastic Beasts!)
We continue through one of New York’s oldest and most vibrant neighborhoods - Chinatown!
Walking up towards Midtown Manhattan, we’ll see a true New York icon at the famous Flatiron Building - get your camera ready for an amazing photo opportunity! Your walking tour ends here, close to many of New York’s best attractions.
After the tour, join your 9/11 Ground Zero tour, which explores the site of where the twin towers stood. There’s a sense of calm at the site allowing you to take in all the history and stories this tour holds.
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What's included
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
