Ground Zero Tour with One World Observatory Access
New York, US
100% of travellers recommend this
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3-Hour Narrated Walking Tour
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Includes One World Observatory Access
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Small Group Size (max 25 adults)
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All fees and taxes included
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Wheelchair accessible
Experience the profound history of 9/11 with a guided tour of Ground Zero and exclusive access to One World Observatory for breathtaking views.
Featured Reviews
Included
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All fees and taxes -
One world observatory access
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Narrated 2-hour walking tour using extra large visuals
Excluded
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Gratuities (welcomed and appreciated)
Experience the profound history of 9/11 with a guided tour of Ground Zero and exclusive access to One World Observatory for breathtaking views.
Highlights
- "Experience the Legends of Sept. 11th"
- "Visit the Sept.11th Memorial Plaza"
- "Learn about the largest rescue by sea in history"
- "Explore the reconstructed Winter Gardens"
- "Be amazed by the breathtaking views from the Observatory"
Meeting Point
This tour meets at the 9/11 Memorial's Starbucks Café located on 20 Dey Street between Broadway and Church Street. Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour to check-in with your host at the Starbucks.
20 Dey St, New York, NY 10007 , United States
End Point
This tour ends inside the 9/11 Memorial.
180 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10006 , United States
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."
5 minutes
World Trade Center
There we'll continued to an overlook of the World Trade Center Memorial Plaza. From this vantage, one could see the entire complex which includes One World Trade Center, the Reflecting Pools, and the 911 Museum.
40 minutes
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.
45 minutes
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.
15 minutes
World Trade Center
Concluding at the new World Trade Center complex, your guide will detail its design and construction. The guide will also cover the mystery of the lost gold and silver reserves of Building Four. In addition, you'll learn about the Survivor Tree, its resilience, survival, and rebirth.
15 minutes
One World Observatory
After your walking tour, you'll take the super-fast elevators up to the Observatory located on the 100th floor in under 48 seconds. During the elevator ride, you'll be watching a timeline transformation of Manhattan on HD monitors. At the Observatory, be astonished by the amazing views. On a clear day, 4 different states can be seen. Guests are invited to enjoy the Observatory until closing. This package includes "Skip the Ticket Line" access.
60 minutes
Admission Included
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Wheelchair accessible -
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Well organized
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This tour is copyrighted
What our experts say
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Arrive early at Starbucks for check-in -
Visit the nearby 9/11 Museum afterward
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Check out Brookfield Place for dining
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Take time at the Reflecting Pools
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Enjoy sunset views from the Observatory
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