--- title: 9/11 Ground Zero & Memorial Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 26 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.84 reviews: 7305 duration_minutes: 120 duration_max_minutes: 240 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 16 of 19 (9/11 Memorial & Ground Zero Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/9-11-ground-zero-memorial-tour-with-optional-9-11-museum/ --- # 9/11 Ground Zero & Memorial Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum In our comparison: #16 of 19 in 9/11 Memorial & Ground Zero Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview 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. ## Before you book - Meeting point: We meet inside the Oculus, - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - 4 start times: between 10:15 and 15:00 - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €26 per person for the Walking Tour Only option; other options up to €99 - Duration: 2h–4h - Rating: 4.84/5 from 7305 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: ExperienceFirst - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 10:15, 10:30, 13:00, 15:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.84 from 7305 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 7018 of 7305. - 5 stars: 6685 (92%) - 4 stars: 333 (5%) - 3 stars: 115 (2%) - 2 stars: 84 (1%) - 1 star: 88 (1%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Walking Tour Only | €26 / person | English | Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: A guided tour of Ground Zero, including the 9/11 Memorial. No Museum Entry | | Walking Tour + Museum Ticket | €72 / person | English | 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 + VIP Museum Tour | €99 / person | English | 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. | ## What's 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 ## Itinerary 1. **Explore this transportation hub and shopping center to admire its striking ar...** (15m) - Explore this transportation hub and shopping center to admire its striking architecture and learn how it symbolizes renewal at Ground Zero after 9/11. 2. **Pay your respects to those who lost their lives at the World Trade Center on ...** (1h 15m) - 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... 3. **The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum** (1h; admission included) - 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. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:15, 10:30, 13:00, 15:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point We meet inside the Oculus, a mall and transportation hub at Ground Zero. Your guide will be wearing an orange hat and standing by the L'Arte del Gelato stand on the main level. ## Good to know - 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. ## Compared with other 9/11 Memorial & Ground Zero Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #16 of 19** | €26 | 2h–4h | 4.84 (7305) | shared | | [9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional Museum and One World Access](/usa/new-york/tours/9-11-memorial-tour-with-optional-museum-and-one-world-access/?format=md) | €26 | 2h | 4.97 (1076) | shared | | [New York Private 9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional Museum Ticket](/usa/new-york/tours/new-york-private-9-11-memorial-tour-with-optional-museum-ticket/?format=md) | €172 | 2h | 4.95 (286) | private | | [New York 9/11 Memorial With a Personal Story](/usa/new-york/tours/new-york-9-11-memorial-with-a-personal-story/?format=md) | €317 per group | 1h 30m | 5.0 (47) | private | Ranked #16 of 19 in 9/11 Memorial & Ground Zero Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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