New York 9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional One World Observatory

209 Broadway, New York, NY 10007, USA

Duration

3 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

Get a better understanding of the September 11 attacks on New York City on this guided walking tour. With a guide by your side, visit the National September 11 Memorial and Ground Zero, and hear stories about the event that changed a country and the world. See the impromptu memorials that sprang up in St Paul’s Chapel, and visit the incredible reflecting pools and Fireman’s Memorial. There’s also an optional upgrade to visit One World Observatory, where you can admire the NYC skyline.

Uncover the history of 9/11 on a walking tour to the September 11 Memorial
See important sights, like St Paul’s Chapel, and the World Financial Center
Hear heroic stories from a guide with a personal connection to the events
Select a tour that works for you, with both morning and afternoon departures

What To Expect

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The tour begins one block from Ground Zero at a historic church, built in 1766, that miraculously survived the falling debris from the attacks. Your guide will explain how this beautiful church served the community in the wake of the tragedy.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pay your respects to those who lost their lives at the World Trade Center on 9/11. Your guide will share the meaning behind all the symbolic places in the memorial plaza, including the Survivor Tree and “Reflecting Absence,” which is the largest man-made waterfall on the continent.

PLEASE NOTE: Museum entry is not included in this tour.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Upgrade your experience to take the “Sky Pod” elevator up 1,250 feet to see breathtaking views of Manhattan from the 360-degree observation deck. It spans three levels and includes the See Forever Theater, immersive LED displays, touch-screen video, and dining.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Highlights

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Wheelchair accessible
Tour is wheelchair accessible
Please dress appropriately and bring layers in case of cold weather
Stroller accessible
One World Observatory entrance is NOT included unless option is selected at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Children 5 and under free with paid adult ticket
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Also note, in case you are approached by street booksellers, they are not affiliated with us
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Included/Excluded

A local guide who shares stories about their personal connection to 9/11
Visit to the meaningful sites of Ground Zero
Moment of reflection at the largest man-made waterfalls on the continent
Self-guided tour of the lobby of Freedom Tower with the film “Voices”
Optional upgrade to visit the One World Observatory with the highest panoramic views in NYC

Gratuities
9/11 Museum (upgradable on site depending on availability)

Durations

3 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

209 Broadway, New York, NY 10007, USA

from 36 $