9/11 Memorial & Museum Tickets

Journey Through Resilience & Remembrance

Your day at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum begins amidst the twin reflecting pools, a vast expanse of tranquility accentuated by North America's largest manmade waterfalls. Here, the heartstrings tug a little harder, as the names inscribed into bronze panels of everyone who perished in the attacks whisper tales of what once was. Witness the white oak trees, each distinctive in its growth pattern, resonate with the individuality of the lost souls. Amidst them, stands the Survivor Tree, a Callery Pear tree. Its revival from the ashes of devastation and the juxtaposition of its gnarled stump with smooth new limbs symbolize the undying spirit of hope and endurance.

Inside Chronicles of Time & Tragedy

As you transition indoors, over 11,000 artifacts await, chronicling the fateful day and its aftermath. The Historical Exhibition paints the timeline, from the day before 9/11 to the aftermath, also shedding light on tales from the Pentagon and Flight 93. Continuing forward, faces and stories come alive in "In Memoriam," putting a human touch to the numbers and statistics of the tragedy. The enormity of the event is captured in the Foundation Hall, with the imposing last column and slurry wall.

9/11 Memorial & Museum Tickets

Discover the 9/11 Memorial & Museum on this sightseeing tour that includes skip-the-line access to Ground Zero, the Survivor Tree, and the museum's In Memoriam exhibit. The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and is available in multiple audio languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Mandarin), Russian, Arabic, Hindi, and Thai. This guided experience provides unparalleled access to North America’s largest manmade waterfalls at the reflecting pools, where visitors can spend about 30 minutes reflecting on the events of September 11, 2001. The museum itself covers over 110,000 square feet and houses more than 10,000 artifacts from the World Trade Center site. Additionally, the tour includes a visit to Foundation Hall, where visitors can view the last column erected during recovery efforts in May 2002. This tour is designed for those seeking an immersive experience that honors the lives lost on September 11 and the resilience of New York City.

Visit Reflecting Pools at Ground Zero

Your tour stops at the reflecting pools at Ground Zero, where North America's largest manmade waterfalls, each spanning over 20 feet wide by 98 feet long, honor the nearly 3,000 victims of September 11. The memorial was officially dedicated on September 11, 2011, and covers an area of approximately 8 acres. Visitors spend about 30 minutes here, reflecting on the names inscribed along the edges of the pools. These pools are unique as they incorporate elements from the original World Trade Center site, such as slurry wall sections and a crossbeam found in the rubble. The memorial's design includes two groves of swamp white oak trees and a plaza with 416 trees representing the species present on September 10, 2001.

Explore Foundation Hall

In Foundation Hall at the museum, guests can marvel at the last column erected during recovery efforts in May 2002. This column stands as a testament to the endurance and resilience of those involved in the cleanup process after September 11. The hall itself covers an area of over 45,000 square feet and features artifacts such as FDNY vehicles, pieces of the Twin Towers, and personal items recovered from the site. Visitors typically spend about 30 minutes here, learning about the events surrounding the last column and its significance in recovery efforts. The hall is unique for its comprehensive documentation and preservation of objects that played a crucial role in the aftermath of September 11.

Witness the Survivor Tree

The tour includes a visit to the Survivor Tree, an American elm tree that survived the collapse of the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. This resilient tree was planted at the memorial in 2010 and stands as a symbol of hope and rebirth. The Survivor Tree is approximately 45 feet tall and has a diameter of about 36 inches. Visitors spend around 15 minutes here, learning about its history and significance to those who lost loved ones on September 11. This tree is unique compared to other memorials as it was directly impacted by the attacks but managed to survive and thrive.

Tour Highlights

• Dive into the heart of history at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum
• Access North America's largest manmade waterfalls with reflecting pools at Ground Zero
• Hear stories in multiple audio languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Mandarin), Russian, Arabic, Hindi, and Thai
• Experience In Memoriam to remember the brave souls who lost their lives on September 11, 2001
• Marvel at the last column in Foundation Hall erected during recovery efforts in May 2002
• Witness the Survivor Tree, an American elm that survived the collapse of the World Trade Center on September 11, 1974
• Explore over 110,000 square feet of artifacts and exhibits at the museum
• Skip-the-line tickets provide convenience including direct access to all areas covered by the tour

Perfect for history enthusiasts, families, and individuals seeking a deeper understanding of September 11, this guided tour provides an immersive experience through skip-the-line access. The 2-hour format allows you to reflect at Ground Zero, honor the lives remembered in In Memoriam, and marvel at Foundation Hall's last column, giving you insight into New York City’s resilience while enjoying comprehensive coverage of the memorial site.