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911 Ground Zero Tour & Museum Skip-the-Line Access

911 Ground Zero Tour & Museum Skip-the-Line Access

Overview

[Best Valued 4-Hour Experience] Join us on a tour of the World Trade Center Complex, covering the events of September 11, 2001. This experience is a celebration honoring the heroes and the survivors of “Stairwell B."

Trace the path taken by the firefighters and learn how some withstood the collapse of a 110-story tower. Using historical photos of the attacks, this experience will chronicle the events of that day. You'll be astonished by the bravery of these First Responders. Discover how the “Angel of Stairwell B” helped save a team of firefighters and the miracle of the “911 Surfer”, who rode down with 88 stories of imploding debris.

Finishing at the Memorial Plaza, you'll learn how the new World Trade Center Complex was designed and constructed. This is the definitive Ground Zero experience. Skip the Ticket Line access into the Official September 11th Museum is included, all guests must still check through security. The museum is a self-guided experience.

City: New York City

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $79.95

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $79.95

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What's Included

Narrated 2-Hour Walking Tour using large 11" x 17" photos to add richness to your experience.

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9/11 Museum Enhanced Access

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Well organized
This tour is copyrighted

What To Expect

The Oculus

The experience starts at the Starbucks across the street from the Oculus, the most expensive subway hub in the world. The tour also introduces FDNY Captain John Jonas and his team "the Dragon Fighters."

Brookfield Place

The tour proceeds to the World Financial Center. Here you learn about the little known Operation Aegis. The largest rescue by sea in history. Where over 500,000 civilians were evacuated by watercrafts of all sizes.

Winter Garden

Next we'll visit the reconstructed Winter Gardens, the $60 million 10 story glass pavilion that was devastated during the attacks of September 11th. Next we'll visit the Eleven Tears Memorial, dedicated to the eleven American Express employees lost on that day.

The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum

Before entering the 911 Memorial Museum, your guide will give you pointers and highlights of the museum. This will help you to optimize your visit. The museum is self-guided allowing one to explore at their own pace. There are multiple artifacts and first person videos from survivors and rescuers. This package includes "Skip the Ticket Line" access.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (180)

Holly_A

Dec 2022

Seeing the twin tower shadows and the firefighter ghost at a certain angle on the enclosed bridge-amazing!

Laurie_A

Dec 2022

Alex was great. Very informative tour. It was enjoyable. It was an easy walk and highly recommend it prior to the museum trip

Laurie_L

Dec 2022

The walking and information portion was a 5 star. I bought skip the line and when I got to the museum they told me these were general tickets and I had to wait in an 1.5 hour line at 3:00 pm. The museum closed doors at 3:30 pm so I missed the museum that I paid for - therefore please refund 1/2 The cost of each ticket or the cost to see the museum for each ticket. I was so disappointed and will never recommend or use your company in the future if my request is not honored. I came from Florida to pay my respects to those who lost their lives and understand the true extent of this tradgety our nation suffered. Please call if you need any more information Laurie Luher 561-628-6624

Response from Host

Dec 2022

Hi Laurie, The 9/11 Museum had a security incident that morning and was closed until 11:30AM. When the museum was opened the lines got backed up. We apologize for any inconvenience. Yes, we'll honor your request.