All-Access 9/11 Ground Zero Tour with Memorial, Museum, and One World Observatory
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$218Overview
This walking tour begins with a visit to the transportation hub and shopping center at Ground Zero, where guests spend about 15 minutes viewing its architecture and learning how it represents renewal after the 9/11 attacks. Next, the tour proceeds to the 9/11 Memorial plaza for approximately 75 minutes, where the guide explains the significance of key sites including the Survivor Tree and the Reflecting Absence waterfalls, the largest man-made waterfalls in North America. Visitors then have the option to upgrade their visit to the 9/11 Museum, spending around one hour inside either on a skip-the-line self-guided tour or a VIP guided tour through exhibits of artifacts, media, and themed displays. Visitors may remain in the museum as long as they wish after the tour. The final stop is the One World Observatory, reached by a SkyPod elevator rising 1,250 feet. Guests spend about an hour on the three-level observation deck, which features 360-degree views of Manhattan, the See Forever Theater, interactive LED exhibits, video touchscreens, and dining options included with the visit. A local guide shares personal stories related to 9/11 throughout the tour. The total tour duration ranges from about 2 to 5 hours depending on selected options. The tour includes skip-the-line museum entry and views from 150 feet at the Observatory lobby. Gratuities are not included. The tour operates rain or shine, with much of it outdoors, so appropriate clothing is advised. Museum and Observatory tickets are date and time specific and cannot be rescheduled. All large bags are checked during security screening at the museum.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Transportation hub and shopping center at Ground Zero
Spend about 15 minutes in this transportation hub and shopping center. View its distinctive architecture and learn how it stands as a symbol of renewal at Ground Zero after the events of 9/11.
15 min
9/11 Memorial plaza
Spend approximately 75 minutes paying respects at the Memorial plaza. The guide explains the symbolism behind key features including the Survivor Tree and the Reflecting Absence waterfalls, which are the largest man-made waterfalls in North America.
75 min
The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
Spend about one hour in the 9/11 Museum. Two upgrade options are available: a skip-the-line self-guided ticket or a VIP guided tour through media, memorabilia, and exhibits related to 9/11. Visitors may stay as long as they wish after entering.
60 min
One World Observatory
Ride the SkyPod elevator up 1,250 feet to the observatory deck. Spend around 60 minutes on this three-level deck with 360-degree views of Manhattan. The space includes the See Forever Theater, LED displays, touch-screen videos, and dining facilities.
60 min
Meeting point
We meet inside the Oculus, a mall and transportation hub at Ground Zero. Your guide will be wearing an orange hat and standing by the L'Arte del Gelato stand on the main level.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
All-Access 9/11 Ground Zero Tour with Memorial, Museum, and One World Observatory
by ExperienceFirst
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$218Overview
This walking tour begins with a visit to the transportation hub and shopping center at Ground Zero, where guests spend about 15 minutes viewing its architecture and learning how it represents renewal after the 9/11 attacks. Next, the tour proceeds to the 9/11 Memorial plaza for approximately 75 minutes, where the guide explains the significance of key sites including the Survivor Tree and the Reflecting Absence waterfalls, the largest man-made waterfalls in North America. Visitors then have the option to upgrade their visit to the 9/11 Museum, spending around one hour inside either on a skip-the-line self-guided tour or a VIP guided tour through exhibits of artifacts, media, and themed displays. Visitors may remain in the museum as long as they wish after the tour. The final stop is the One World Observatory, reached by a SkyPod elevator rising 1,250 feet. Guests spend about an hour on the three-level observation deck, which features 360-degree views of Manhattan, the See Forever Theater, interactive LED exhibits, video touchscreens, and dining options included with the visit. A local guide shares personal stories related to 9/11 throughout the tour. The total tour duration ranges from about 2 to 5 hours depending on selected options. The tour includes skip-the-line museum entry and views from 150 feet at the Observatory lobby. Gratuities are not included. The tour operates rain or shine, with much of it outdoors, so appropriate clothing is advised. Museum and Observatory tickets are date and time specific and cannot be rescheduled. All large bags are checked during security screening at the museum.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Transportation hub and shopping center at Ground Zero
Spend about 15 minutes in this transportation hub and shopping center. View its distinctive architecture and learn how it stands as a symbol of renewal at Ground Zero after the events of 9/11.
15 min
9/11 Memorial plaza
Spend approximately 75 minutes paying respects at the Memorial plaza. The guide explains the symbolism behind key features including the Survivor Tree and the Reflecting Absence waterfalls, which are the largest man-made waterfalls in North America.
75 min
The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
Spend about one hour in the 9/11 Museum. Two upgrade options are available: a skip-the-line self-guided ticket or a VIP guided tour through media, memorabilia, and exhibits related to 9/11. Visitors may stay as long as they wish after entering.
60 min
One World Observatory
Ride the SkyPod elevator up 1,250 feet to the observatory deck. Spend around 60 minutes on this three-level deck with 360-degree views of Manhattan. The space includes the See Forever Theater, LED displays, touch-screen videos, and dining facilities.
60 min
Meeting point
We meet inside the Oculus, a mall and transportation hub at Ground Zero. Your guide will be wearing an orange hat and standing by the L'Arte del Gelato stand on the main level.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.