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World Trade Center Tour with 911 Museum & Observatory Skip-the-Line Access

World Trade Center Tour with 911 Museum & Observatory Skip-the-Line Access

Overview

[Best Valued 5-Hour Experience] This is a guided tour of the World Trade Center Complex, covering the events of September 11, 2001, especially the Heroes and Survivors of “Stairwell B".

Using large 11" x 17" historical photos of September 11th, this tour chronicles the events of that day, discovering how First Responders saved over half a million lives. Be astonished by the bravery of firefighters and learn how the “Angel of Stairwell B” helped save a team of firefighters including the miracle of the “911 Surfer," who rode down with 88 stories of imploding debris.

Concluding inside the Memorial Plaza, marvel at the new designs and structures. This is the definitive tour of September 11, 2001.

This Triple Play Package includes Skip-the-Ticket-Line Access into the September 11th Memorial Museum and One World Observatory. All guests must check through security for the museum and observatory. Both venues are self-guided.

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City: New York City

Sun 01 Jun

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Starting at $128.95

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Sun 01 Jun

Starting at $128.95

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What's Included

One World Observatory Ticket

Ticket for a Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour using Extra Large Visuals

9/11 Museum Ticket

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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

After your walking tour, 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 48-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 (135)

jdubbbb

Dec 2024

Richard was by far THE BEST tour director I have ever encountered during my travels. He has obviously done his research and honed in on his presentation skills. His illustrations and large sized photos make the story and visualization come to life. As an actual career firefighter during the actual 911 attact, it was obvious that Richard not only educated himself but survived the attack himself , being he lives just adjacent to ground zero. Thank you, sir, for your professionalism and heartfelt dedication honoring the first responders who tragically lost their lives protecting the people of NYC. I SALUTE YOU, SIR!!! 💪🏾🚒💨💨 Captain J. Williams (Ret) Los Angeles Co. FD

Blitt1

Dec 2024

The guide was very knowledgeable and very friendly. The tour moved along well. He answered questions well and spoke loud enough for all.

Jill_R

Dec 2024

What a great tour of the WTC area. Learned many things about what happened on 9/11. Also so very many heroes. It was an emotional day. I can’t wait to come back and do it again. The 911 Memorial museum is a 5-6 experience in of itself. Going to the top of One World Trade is such an incredible view. Actually breath taking. You have to go at dusk. You get the best of both worlds. The view during the day and the incredible night lights of NYC. Last but not least…… Andrew our tour guide. He was amazing. Knowledgeable, shared many stories and has a great sense of humor.