9/11 Memorial Tour & Priority Entrance 9/11 Museum Tickets
Highlights
- Explore the 9/11 Memorial from a more local perspective.
- Pause for reflection at the beautiful 9/11 Memorial Pools.
- Get pre-reserved access to the 9/11 Memorial Museum.
- See the new One World Trade Center skyscraper.
- Hear harrowing stories at Ground Zero.
- Look at personal mementoes at St. Paul's Chapel.
- Learn how one day impacted New York and the entire world.
Overview
Experience a thorough exploration of the 9/11 sites through the eyes of a local expert during a captivating 2-hour tour of New York's most touching memorial. Witness heartfelt mementos at St. Paul's Chapel, pay respects at the Memorial Pools, and gain exclusive entry to the Museum with reserved access tickets.
Explore the site where the Twin Towers once stood on this poignant tour through the events and actions of September 11th, 2001. Join a local New York City guide on this moving experience around the 9/11 Memorial as you explore many of the structures comprising it and hear tales of tragedy and hope from the day that forever changed America. Your tour comes with priority access tickets into the 9/11 Memorial Museum, where you can continue unraveling the story of that fateful day at your own pace.
Explore the tragic events of September 11, 2001 from a local perspective on a 2-hour tour of all the sites of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan. Visit Ground Zero to get a deeper understanding of how 9/11 impacted the city and the world, and the long struggle New York went through to move forward. Tour in small groups for a level of intimacy and peace fitting for such a visit. Local guides provide a more personal feel, giving the 9/11 Memorial and its surrounds a human context.
Meet at St. Peter’s Church to learn how people gathered there awaiting news of their loved ones, and to mourn, pray and offer support. See poignant handmade memorials that are a constant reminder that 9/11 was a crippling personal tragedy for thousands of New Yorkers, as well as a global event.
Next, go to Ground Zero to see the stunning 9/11 Memorial Pools, built in the footprint of the twin towers. Read the inscriptions of all the names of those who perished there. Your guide will give a more personal account of the tragedy, taking you to Fireman’s Memorial and the Survivor Tree. Hear incredible stories of courage and loss that unfolded right where you stand.
End with a self-guided tour of the 9/11 Museum with a pre-reserved ticket which provides space for your own thoughts as you look at items salvaged from the wreckage, and read harrowing personal stories.
Points of Interest :
St Peter's Church, Cross St, Delhi, NY, USA
St. Paul's Chapel, Broadway, New York, NY, USA
FDNY Memorial Wall, Greenwich Street, New York, NY, USA
The Anne Frank Tree, New York, NY, USA
St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine, Liberty Street, New York, NY, USA
The National September 11 Memorial Museum, Greenwich Street, New York, NY, USA
What's included
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Pre-reserved ticket to 9/11 Memorial Museum
- Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional Information
This tour does not include the One World Observatory.
Mobile tickets will be accepted
Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.
This tour is not wheelchair accessible
Know before you go
This tour is conducted in English only.
This is a walking tour. While there are stops along the way, guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
You are required to go through airport-style security on this tour. No luggage, weapons, or food (except for water in a clear container) is allowed.
The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the tour start time. No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows after tour commencement or departure.
The museum portion of this tour is self-guided to account for the sensitive nature of this topic and give you time on your own.
Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
Walks comply with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to New York government guidelines for the most up to date information
Cancellation policy
Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable
