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Ground Zero Tour with One World Observatory Access

20 Dey St, New York, NY 10007, USA
Duration

3 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

New York City’s Ground Zero site is an evocative place to consider the tragic events of September 11, 2001. This walking tour of the Lower Manhattan neighborhood shares vivid accounts of survival and heroism from that day while viewing landmarks including the Oculus, the World Trade Center Complex, and the 9/11 Memorial. After the tour, skip the line to visit One World Observatory and view New York from 102 stories above street level.

  • Walking tour of Ground Zero recounts the events of 9/11
  • Hear stories of dramatic rescue operations
  • See the Oculus, World Trade Center Complex, 9/11 Memorial and more
  • Save time by skipping the line to visit One World Observatory

What To Expect

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The Oculus



The experience starts at the Starbucks across the street from the Oculus, the most expensive subway hub in the world. The tour also introduces FDNY Captain John Jonas and his team “the Dragon Fighters.”

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

World Trade Center



There we’ll continued to an overlook of the World Trade Center Memorial Plaza. From this vantage, one could see the entire complex which includes One World Trade Center, the Reflecting Pools, and the 911 Museum.

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Brookfield Place



The tour proceeds to the World Financial Center. Here you learn about the little known Operation Aegis. The largest rescue by sea in history. Where over 500,000 civilians were evacuated by watercrafts of all sizes.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Winter Garden



Next we’ll visit the reconstructed Winter Gardens, the $60 million 10 story glass pavilion that was devastated during the attacks of September 11th. Next we’ll visit the Eleven Tears Memorial, dedicated to the eleven American Express employees lost on that day.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

World Trade Center



Concluding at the new World Trade Center complex, your guide will detail its design and construction. The guide will also cover the mystery of the lost gold and silver reserves of Building Four. In addition, you’ll learn about the Survivor Tree, its resilience, survival, and rebirth.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

One World Observatory



After your walking tour, you’ll take the super-fast elevators up to the Observatory located on the 100th floor in under 48 seconds. During the elevator ride, you’ll be watching a timeline transformation of Manhattan on HD monitors. At the Observatory, be astonished by the amazing views. On a clear day, 4 different states can be seen. Guests are invited to enjoy the Observatory until closing. This package includes “Skip the Ticket Line” access.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Well organized
  • This tour is copyrighted
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Narrated 2-Hour Walking Tour using Extra Large Visuals
  • One World Observatory Access
  • Gratuities (Welcomed and appreciated)

Durations

3 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

20 Dey St, New York, NY 10007, USA
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