Tours/New York City/9/11 Memorial, Ground Zero Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum Ticket
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9/11 Memorial, Ground Zero Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum Ticket

4.8(6,989)New York City1 hour
VIATOR4.6(2,323)TRIPADVISOR4.9(4,666)

Description

In remembrance of the tragic events that took place on September 11, 2001, visit the landmarks of Ground Zero, including the National September 11 Memorial, with a guide who has a personal connection to that day. This tour offers an intimate encounter with history as you hear the stories of not just tragedy but also heroism and resilience. Upgrade for entry to the 9/11 Museum. Pre-booking guarantees your spot, and the museum is filled with artifacts to enrich your experience. You can upgrade for a VIP guided tour or a self-guided visit with your skip-the-line ticket.

Tour Options

Walking Tour + Museum Ticket
  • Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: A guided tour of Ground Zero, including the 9/11 Memorial, plus a skip-the-line ticket to the 9/11 Museum. Self-Guided Museum Ticket: This option does not included a guided tour of the 9/11 Museum.
Walking Tour Only
  • Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: A guided tour of Ground Zero, including the 9/11 Memorial. No Museum Entry
Walking Tour + VIP Museum Tour
  • Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: A guided tour of Ground Zero, including the 9/11 Memorial, plus a VIP guided tour of the 9/11 Museum.

Itinerary

15 min

Explore this transportation hub and shopping center to admire its striking architecture and learn how it symbolizes renewal at Ground Zero after 9/11.

75 min

Pay your respects to those who lost their lives at the World Trade Center on 9/11. Your guide will explain the meaning behind all the symbolic places in the memorial plaza, including the Survivor Tree and Reflecting Absence, which are the largest man-made waterfalls on the continent.

Admission included60 min

Enhance your experience by visiting the 9/11 Museum. We offer two upgrade options: either a skip-the-line ticket for a self-guided visit or a one-hour VIP guided tour through the collections of media, memorabilia, and more.

Highlights

Skip the Line entry ticket to 9/11 Museum (if option selected)
Tales of heroism, tragedy, and resilience to enrich your visit
Tour of Ground Zero & key sights including outside St. Paul’s Chapel, Survivor Tree & Memorial Pools
9/11 Museum entry ticket & small-group guided tour with a Docent (if you choose the VIP option)
New York City guide with a personal connection to 9/11

What's included

Included
Skip the Line entry ticket to 9/11 Museum (if option selected)
Tales of heroism, tragedy, and resilience to enrich your visit
Tour of Ground Zero & key sights including outside St. Paul’s Chapel, Survivor Tree & Memorial Pools
9/11 Museum entry ticket & small-group guided tour with a Docent (if you choose the VIP option)
New York City guide with a personal connection to 9/11
Not included
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

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6,989 reviews
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Important Information

  • 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
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved. Please wear comfortable shoes
  • Please dress appropriately and bring layers in case of cold weather
  • 9/11 Museum admission is NOT included unless option is selected at time of booking
  • Children 3 and under free with paid adult ticket
  • We offer two upgrades for the 9/11 Museum. You can either tour the exhibits with a guide or get a skip-the-line ticket to visit on your own. If you choose the ticket option, be sure to arrive during your timed entry window as the museum reserves the right to deny admission if you miss this. With both options, you can stay as long as you like after entering. There’s a security checkpoint, and all large bags must be checked.

Reviews(6,989)

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935shayleet
August 8, 2026
9/11 tour

Very informative and moving. (Jim Q)

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Aebigs
August 8, 2026
Great Ground Zero tour

We had such an interesting and immersive tour around the Ground Zero location with Paul. He was so knowledgeable and his own personal insights of being in manhattan on the day made it so much more personal. Highly recommended

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Quest53083105901
August 8, 2026
Deeply Moving

Excellent especially moving to be with someone who was there when it happened thank you Mr. Quinn. You’re a credit to our beloved New York +Ryan Smith

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joshhN9727GW
August 8, 2026
Amazing

The tour guide Jim Quinn was amazing. Very knowledgeable about 9/11. Would highly recommend doing the tour.

1 people found this helpful
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meganq476
August 8, 2026
Great Experience

Jim Quinn was a really great tour guide!

1 people found this helpful
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C609BJmoniqued
August 8, 2026
Insightful and Heartfelt Tour

Ross was an Amazing tour guide and shared his heartfelt memories and experiences of the 9/11 attack. He was very knowledgeable of the history of the area, the buildings and his personal insightfulness really made the tour! The memorial and museum was the best I've ever seen.

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whitneyhA5051YI
August 8, 2026
Jim Quinn is a great story teller

Jim Quinn was excellent! He is amazing at telling stories and we so enjoyed the experience.

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lisamarie524
August 8, 2026
911 Memorial

Jim Q was very knowledgeable and was excellent. Very informative...

1 people found this helpful
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Y4612SElindas
August 8, 2026
Great

Jim Quinn was an excellent guide

1 people found this helpful
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DoubleGPartners
August 8, 2026
Very moving

Extremely relatable and knowledgeable

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