Private Tour: 9/11 Memorial and Ground Zero
ID: GYG143256-214170
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Take a poignant tour of the World Trade Center site where the tragic events of September 11, 2001 took place. Pause for reflection at the 9/11 memorial pools, and skip the long lines to the One World Observatory for panoramic views of New York.
Pay your respects to the heroes of 9/11 with a visit to St. Paul's Chapel, where emergency rescue centers were set up immediately after the September 11 attacks.
Pause to reflect at the 9/11 Memorial Pools, built on the site of the former World Trade Center, and see the names of the 2,983 men, women and children killed in the attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993. Learn about Freedom Tower at the heart of the rebuilt complex.
If you choose the option with One World Trade Observation deck, skip-the-lines and take the Sky Pod elevator to the 102nd floor in 60 seconds. Get breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the Empire State Building and more.
Highlights
- Hear moving stories about the tragic events of 9/11 from a guide who was there
- Pause for reflection at Ground Zero and see the memorial pools
- Skip the long lines to the One World Observatory (if upgrade chosen)
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour operates in all weather conditions, so please dress accordingly.
This tour departs on time and does not wait for late arrivals. No refunds will be provided for missed tours due to late arrival.
One World Observatory tickets are issued for a specific date and time and cannot be used at any other time if upgrade is chosen.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
Meet in front of Starbucks at 24 State Street, across from Battery Park.
Please note that 24 State Street is also known as "One Battery Park Plaza." Your guide will be wearing a yellow uniform and will meet you on the plaza outside Starbucks. Do not enter Battery Park or go to the Statue of Liberty ticket booth, as they do not have your tickets.
If taking the subway to the meeting point, take the R train to Whitehall Street Station, the number 4 or 5 train to Bowling Green Station, or the 1 train to South Ferry Station.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
