Reflecting pool at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City with surrounding skyscrapers.
Women observing the 9/11 Memorial in New York City.
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9/11 Museum exhibit with September 11, 2001 text and map display.
Fire truck Ladder 3 exhibit at 9/11 Museum, New York City.
9/11 Memorial Museum's Last Column in New York City.
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9/11 Memorial & Museum Tickets, New York

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Visit one of the world’s most significant memorial sites, built on the original World Trade Center grounds and dedicated to honoring the victims of September 11 through thoughtful design and storytelling.

Your ticket includes entry to the 9/11 Museum’s core exhibitions, offering detailed narratives, firsthand accounts, multimedia displays, and artifacts that document the day and its global impact.

See the last column, the original slurry wall, personal belongings, and large-scale remnants from the Twin Towers, along with the “In Memoriam” exhibition that gives faces and stories to the names.

Spend time at the twin reflecting pools, surrounded by white oak trees, and visit the Survivor Tree, a living symbol of hope, recovery, and resilience that endured against all odds.

Enhance your visit with a guided Ground Zero tour and skip-the-line access to the museum, perfect for those who want expert-led storytelling and a deeper understanding of the site’s history and significance.

9/11 Museum timed-entry ticket

Access to the Museum's current exhibitions

Access to the 9/11 Memorial, Survivor Tree, and Memorial Glade

Free Wi-Fi

9/11 Memorial & Museum $2 service fee

Ground Zero Guided Tour & 9/11 Museum skip-the-line tickets (as per option selected)

Reflecting pool at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City with surrounding skyscrapers.

Reflecting pool at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City with surrounding skyscrapers.

Step into a place of remembrance, reflection, and resilience at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, where powerful storytelling, historic spaces, and personal artifacts create a deeply moving journey through one of the most defining moments of modern history.

Getting started

Arrive at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum at your selected time slot and enter through the main museum entrance at the World Trade Center site. All visitors must undergo a mandatory security screening, similar to airport security checks. Present your validated ticket at entry; a government-issued photo ID may be requested. Large bags are discouraged, and security procedures are in place to ensure a respectful and safe experience for all visitors.

What to expect

9/11 Memorial & Museum

A world-renowned cultural institution located at Ground Zero, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum honors the victims of September 11, 2001, while documenting the events, aftermath, and lasting global impact of the attacks.

Features

  • Twin Reflecting Pools: Stand at the footprints of the original Twin Towers, where North America’s largest man-made waterfalls flow into serene pools etched with the names of nearly 3,000 victims, creating a space for quiet reflection.

  • Survivor Tree: See the Callery pear tree that survived the attacks and was nursed back to health, now standing as a living symbol of hope, resilience, and renewal amid the white oak grove.

  • Historical exhibition: Follow a detailed chronological narrative of September 11, from the morning before the attacks to their immediate aftermath, including powerful coverage of the Pentagon and Flight 93.

  • In Memoriam exhibition: Connect personally with the individuals behind the tragedy through photographs, recorded memories, and stories shared by families, friends, and colleagues.

  • Foundation Hall: Witness some of the museum’s most iconic elements, including the original slurry wall that held back the Hudson River and the last column, covered with messages left during recovery efforts.

  • Artifacts and multimedia displays: Explore thousands of objects, audio recordings, and large-scale remnants that bring history into focus while honoring the human stories at its core.

Enhance your visit with an expert-led walking tour of the World Trade Center site, followed by priority access to the museum. Ideal for visitors seeking deeper historical insight, contextual storytelling, and a more structured experience.

Women observing the 9/11 Memorial in New York City.

Women observing the 9/11 Memorial in New York City.

South Tower Excavation exhibit at a museum with twisted steel beam.

South Tower Excavation exhibit at a museum with twisted steel beam.

9/11 Museum exhibit with September 11, 2001 text and map display.

9/11 Museum exhibit with September 11, 2001 text and map display.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchairs, mechanized scooters, other power-driven mobility devices, walkers, and strollers are accommodated at the 9/11 Memorial.

  • All public restrooms have wheelchair-accessible stalls.

  • Service animals are allowed at the Memorial.

Additional information

  • There are no age restrictions; however, the exhibition may not be appropriate for visitors younger than 10 years of age.

  • All visitors and baggage are subject to security screening, including any personal mobility devices.

Fire truck Ladder 3 exhibit at 9/11 Museum, New York City.

Fire truck Ladder 3 exhibit at 9/11 Museum, New York City.

9/11 Memorial Museum's Last Column in New York City.

9/11 Memorial Museum's Last Column in New York City.

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Operating hours

9/11 Museum and Memorial

Monday
9:00am - 7:00pm
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
9:00am - 7:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 7:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 7:00pm
Saturday
9:00am - 7:00pm
Sunday
9:00am - 7:00pm
  • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.
  • Closed on 11th Sep 2026 and 25th Dec 2026.

Mercer Labs

Monday
10:00am - 7:00pm • last entry 5:45pm
Tuesday
10:00am - 7:00pm • last entry 5:45pm
Wednesday
10:00am - 7:00pm • last entry 5:45pm
Thursday
10:00am - 10:00pm • last entry 9:00pm
Friday
10:00am - 10:00pm • last entry 9:00pm
Saturday
10:00am - 10:00pm • last entry 9:00pm
Sunday
10:00am - 10:00pm • last entry 9:00pm
  • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

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FAQs

There are no specific age restrictions; however, visitors under 10 years of age may find some exhibitions inappropriate due to their content.
Large bags are discouraged for entry due to security procedures designed to maintain a respectful environment at the memorial site.
Visitors can view the twin reflecting pools surrounded by white oak trees, as well as the Survivor Tree, a symbol of hope and resilience that survived despite adversity.
A $2 service fee is included with your visit to both the memorial and museum.
While specific items are not listed as required, consider bringing comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Also, ensure you have your validated ticket ready for entry.
Your ticket includes entry to both the 9/11 Memorial and its core exhibitions, access to current museum exhibits, free Wi-Fi, a $2 service fee for the memorial and museum, and optional Ground Zero Guided Tour along with skip-the-line tickets.
The guided tour provides expert-led storytelling and deeper insight into the history of the site, including access to significant areas like the last column, original slurry wall, personal belongings, and large-scale remnants.
Skip-the-line access to the museum can be part of your package if you select that option, allowing for a more efficient entry experience.
The memorial accommodates wheelchairs, mechanized scooters, other power-driven mobility devices, walkers, and strollers. All public restrooms have wheelchair-accessible stalls, and service animals are allowed.
Arrive at your selected time slot and present your validated ticket upon entry through the main museum entrance. A government-issued photo ID may be requested, and a security screening similar to airport checks will take place.

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