Ground Zero 9/11 Memorial Tour & 9/11 Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets

This poignant 9/11 tour offers a respectful and insightful journey through the sites directly impacted by the September 11, 2001 attacks. Led by a local New York City guide, this experience goes beyond the headlines, providing context and comfort for those affected by the tragedy. Then, skip the lines at the 9/11 Museum and explore the museum at your own pace.

Getting started

Meet your local English-speaking guide at the designated starting point. From there, your guide will lead you on a tour of the 9/11 Memorial, ensuring an intimate and respectful experience.

What to expect

9/11 Memorial Tour

The tour encompasses several key attractions in the 8-acre 9/11 Memorial site that played significant roles in the events of and the subsequent response to 9/11.

Exploring with a guide

Your guide will share firsthand accounts, historical context, and personal perspectives, bringing the stories of tragedy, heroism, and community to life. They will also provide an overview of the 9/11 Museum before you enter, helping you make the most of your visit and ensuring you don't miss crucial exhibits.

Features:

• St. Paul’s Chapel: Pause outside St. Paul's Chapel, a historic church near the World Trade Center that became a 24/7 relief station for nine months.

• Oculus: See the exterior of the Oculus, a modern architectural marvel that serves as a transportation hub and a symbol of resilience.

• FDNY Memorial Wall: The FDNY Memorial Wall and Ten House will offer a moment to honor the bravery and sacrifice of the firefighters.

• Reflection Pools: This pool was built on the site of the Twin Towers, inscribed with the names of those lives lost.

• Survivor Tree: A symbol of hope and resilience that endured the devastation.

9/11 Museum

The 9/11 Museum houses a collection of artifacts, personal stories, and historical records that provide a comprehensive understanding of the events of September 11, 2001, and their aftermath.

Features:

• Priority access: With sip-the-line tickets, enjoy priority access to the 9/11 Memorial Museum, allowing you to bypass long lines and spend ample time exploring its exhibits at your own pace.

• Personal artifacts: See over 10,00 artifacts and explore powerful multi-media exhibitions at the museum.

Ground Zero 9/11 Memorial Tour & 9/11 Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets

Discover the solemn and historically significant Ground Zero on this guided sightseeing tour that includes priority entrance to the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, allowing you to bypass long queues and maximize your time at the museum. This comprehensive tour covers four major landmarks: the 9/11 Memorial, the Survivor Tree, the FDNY Memorial Wall, and the World Trade Center site. The tour runs for approximately three hours, offering English-guided tours with audio descriptions in multiple languages including Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, and Korean. Guests have access to wheelchair-friendly routes throughout the memorial plaza, ensuring that everyone can experience this poignant tribute to those affected by the tragic events of September 11, 2001.

Explore the 9/11 Memorial

Your tour stops at the 9/11 Memorial where guests can witness two reflecting pools set within the footprints of the Twin Towers. Each pool is approximately an acre in size and features the names of the nearly 3,000 victims who lost their lives on that fateful day in 2001. The memorial plaza covers about eight acres and includes the Survivor Tree, a Callery pear tree that survived the destruction and serves as a symbol of resilience and rebirth. Additionally, visitors can view the FDNY Memorial Wall, which honors the nearly 343 firefighters who perished during rescue efforts. At the memorial, guests spend around one hour reflecting on the historical context and personal anecdotes related to the tragedy, adding a deeply emotional dimension to their visit.

Visit the 9/11 Museum

The tour continues at the 9/11 Museum where visitors can explore over 110,000 square feet of exhibits dedicated to preserving the history and impact of September 11. The museum was established in 2014 and houses historical artifacts such as recovered steel from the World Trade Center site, personal items belonging to victims, and multimedia presentations that document the events leading up to and following the attacks. Guests have two hours to explore the exhibits at their own pace after the guided tour, allowing ample time for personal reflection with the historical artifacts. The museum's unique approach sets it apart from other memorials by providing a comprehensive narrative of the day’s tragic events while also celebrating acts of heroism and resilience.

Tour Highlights

• Get convenience of priority entrance to 9/11 Museum
• English-guided tour at 9/11 Memorial with historical context
• Witness Survivor Tree that survived the day in 2001
• Listen to firsthand narratives and acts of heroism during tragedy
• Explore exhibits of 9/11 Museum at your own pace after guided tour
• Access wheelchair-friendly routes throughout memorial plaza
• Audio descriptions available in multiple languages including Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, and Korean

Perfect for history enthusiasts, families, and individuals seeking to understand the events of September 11, this guided sightseeing tour provides a comprehensive understanding through priority access at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum. The three-hour format allows you to explore the 9/11 Memorial with an English-speaking guide, reflect at the Survivor Tree, honor the FDNY Memorial Wall, and delve into historical artifacts within the museum’s extensive exhibits.