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Private 9/11 Memorial and Ground Zero Walking Tour with Optional One World Observatory

Private 9/11 Memorial and Ground Zero Walking Tour with Optional One World Observatory

Overview

Take a 1.5-hour walking tour of Ground Zero and the National September 11 Memorial, and gain insight into the September 11 attacks on the World Trade Center. A local guide shares firsthand stories of the event and its aftermath while you visit 9/11-related sites such as St Paul’s Chapel, the Fireman’s Memorial and the reflecting pools, an homage to the thousands of lives lost. You may also upgrade your tour to include a pre-reserved ticket to the One World Observatory.

City: New York City

Tue 19 Nov

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Starting at $180.00

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Tue 19 Nov

Starting at $180.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Private Guide with personal connection to 9/11

Narrated walking tour

One World Observatory Admission (if option selected)

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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A moderate amount of walking is involved. Please wear comfortable shoes
Please dress appropriately and bring layers in case of cold weather
One World Observatory admission is NOT included unless option is selected at time of booking
Children 5 and under free with paid adult ticket
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms

What To Expect

St. Paul's Chapel

We will start the tour at St. Paul's Chapel, New York City’s oldest public building still in continuous use.

The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum

The guide will take you to the 9/11 Memorial and discuss the events of that day. This tour does not include entrance into the 9/11 Museum.

One World Observatory

End your tour at the One World Observatory. The tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. Admission is included if option selected.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (23)

62cynthiak

Dec 2019

Amy our tour guide gave our group of 23 a really great overview of the events that happened on that memorable day 9/11. I was a solo participant in the group. We started in front of St. Patrick's Chapel which was a survivor building. We saw the graveyard and bell as well as views from the back of the church. The bell is rung once a year on the 9/11 anniversary. Amy then took us to see the wall monument and plaque dedicated to the fireman who gave their lives on that day. We also went to the building designed by Calatrava known as the Occulus because the top opens to reveal a view of the One World Trade Center building. It is also symbolic because the building is supposed to resemble the wings of a dove. Lastly, she led us to the ground zero area and told us about the north and south pools and waterfalls. She explained the meaning of the waterfalls and their symbolism. She also showed us the Survivor tree and explained it's symbolism and how well it is protected and maintained. Something new I learned is there are actually 7 buildings in the whole complex that were destroyed and they are continuing to rebuild them. There are still 2 buildings to be finished. Our tour concluded with Amy giving us our 2 tickets included in the tour , but to be done on our own. One ticket for the 9/11 underground memorial building and a separate ticket for the Observation deck at the One World Trade building. The tour is basically a great way to relive the events on that day from a New Yorkers point of view and prepare for the museum and One World Trade Tower. I highly recommend it.

barbaravG2398LJ

Dec 2019

Michael Cohen was our private tour guide for the 9/11 Memorial and Ground Zero walking Tour. Mike was an impressive guide, very well informed and so in tune with the respect and emotion this area deserves. Starting our tour with a discussion of where we each were that day just brought such a personal beginning.

pcraft10

Dec 2019

I took all of my employees to NYC for their Christmas celebration and this tour was definitely the highlight of the weekend thanks to Ryan McConville. He was able to interject his personal experiences into the tour, which made it even more realistic and emotional. He was extremely articulate and spoke clearly so even my employees that have a slight hearing defect could understand clearly, I would highly recommend this private tour and would ask that Ryan be your tour guide. He is definitely one of the best I have had and I have toured many memorials.