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World Trade Center 911 and Ground Zero Walking Tour

World Trade Center 911 and Ground Zero Walking Tour

Overview

[Best Valued 2-Hour Experience. All tour guides use large 11" x 17" photos to add richness to your experience.] This tour details the heroism of New York City's firefighters and the survivors of Stairwell "B." Walk in their path and learn how 16 people withstood the collapse of the north tower. Discover the miracle of the 911 surfer, who rode down with 88 stories of falling debris. In addition, grasp how the new World Trade Center was designed and constructed. This is the definitive walking tour of Ground Zero and the 911 Memorial Plaza. A portion of the proceeds from this tour will be donated to the Non-Profit FDNY Foundation. Optional upgrades available for preferred tickets to the 911 Memorial Museum and One World Observatory. All guests must go through security if Museum or Observatory options are chosen. All tours are in small groups with a maximum of 25 adults.

City: New York City

Fri 18 Jul

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Starting at $34.95

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Fri 18 Jul

Starting at $34.95

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What's Included

One World Observatory Preferred Access (Upgrade Available)

Narrated 2-Hour Walking Tour using Extra Large Visuals

All Fees and Taxes

911 Memorial Museum Preferred Access (Upgrade Available)

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
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
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."

Winter Garden

Next we'll visit the reconstructed Winter Garden, 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

For those who select the 9/11 Memorial Museum Package, you'll be granted entry into the venue. This museum contains historical artifacts and donated personal items from the World Trade Center attacks. This is a self-guided tour where guests are invited to leisurely explore until closing.

One World Observatory

For those who select the One World Observatory Package, you'll take the HyperSpeed Elevators to the Observatory on the 100th floor. During the 47-second elevator ride, you'll watch a timeline transformation of Manhattan. At the Observatory, be astonished by the amazing views of four different states. This is a self-guide experience where guests are invited to enjoy the Observatory until closing.

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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 (171)

Kimberly_H

Jul 2024

Our tour was amazing! Our guide Andrew was so knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about New York and everything that happened in connection to the tragic events of 911. We were extremely moved walking the entire area, witnessing first hand the rebuild, and the memorials for those lost.

Mary_M

Jul 2024

The explanation of the impact of the collapse of the WTC ... details not already shared with public.

830kamil

Jul 2024

I'm disappointed with this tour operator. I booked and paid for the walking tour with Viator 9 days before the tour. 3 1/2 days before the tour, I received an email from the tour operator informing me that the tour was sold out. I was offered a different time on the same day or a refund. Because the alternate tour time did not work with my itinerary, I did not get to go on this tour. I'm not sure how a tour I had booked and paid for more than a week in advance was suddenly sold out, but I think it leaves room for improvement in how this tour company manages its bookings.