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title: 9/11 Memorial at World Trade Center and Financial District Walking Tour
lang: en
type: tour
city: New York
country: United States
price: 43
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 5
reviews: 42
duration_minutes: 150
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 5 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-memorial-at-world-trade-center-and-financial-district-walking-tour/
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# 9/11 Memorial at World Trade Center and Financial District Walking Tour

In our comparison: #5 of 19 in 9/11 Memorial & Ground Zero Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Smaller-sized groups. Perfect for tourists AND locals wishing to learn more about the day that changed us all forever!

Your 2.5 hr, 1.4 mi. (2.25 km) walking tour will be led by a expert, local, licensed Guide. Tour begins in Battery Park and concludes at Ground Zero site; location of the hauntingly beautiful memorial pools in the footprints of the former, iconic WTC Twin Towers.

This comprehensive tour explores 9/11 and the World Trade Center and also New York's famed Financial District. You'll be captivated with stories of 9/11’s unsung heroes (some personal stories) and their selfless acts of courage. These stories will be coupled with comprehensive discussion that details aspects of the former Twin Towers from its origin to its infamy of becoming Ground Zero, to the rebuilding and rebirth of the majestic World Trade Center complex, once again. You’ll gain important knowledge, insight and perspective into what it was like living through the terrorist attacks and it's aftermath.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Tour meets 15 min prior to Start Time on…
- Starts 09:00, 12:00, 13:00: 3 departures a day
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Not recommended for children aged 12 and under due…

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €43 per person
- Duration: 2h 30m
- Rating: 5.0/5 from 42 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: My NY Tours, LLC
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 09:00, 12:00, 13:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

5.0 from 42 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 42 of 42.

- 5 stars: 42 (100%)
- 4 stars: 0 (0%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00am - Mon | €43 / person | English | Early morning tour |
| 1:00pm - Sun | €43 / person | English | Afternoon tour |
| 12:00pm - Fri | €43 / person | English | Mid-day tour |

## What's included

- Professional, local guide

## Not included

- Gratuity/Tip For Guide (Optional) Generally, 15-18% Of Tour's Full Price

## Itinerary

1. **Charging Bull** (5m) - Visit NYC's beloved symbol of financial might.
2. **Wall Street** (30m) - Visit & commentary of the Wall St. area's most iconic buildings including the NYSE, Federal Hall National Memorial, Federal Reserve Bank, & others.
3. **Trinity Church NYC** (10m) - Visit the final resting ground of one of America's most famous Founding Fathers.
4. **Visit Liberty Park to view "The Sphere"; symbol of America & NYC's perseveran...** (10m) - Visit Liberty Park to view "The Sphere"; symbol of America & NYC's perseverance and strength following the 9/11 attacks.
5. **FDNY Memorial Wall** (10m) - Visit the bas-relief memorial dedicated to NYC's fallen firefighters, of 9/11/2001.
6. **The Oculus** (5m) - Visit the architecturally striking transportation hub/shopping depot that costs more than the new 1 WTC to build!
7. **The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum** (50m) - Visit & commentary of the sacred site best known since 9/11/2001, as Ground Zero. Reflect amid the stunning Memorial pools that occupy the footprints of the WTC's former Twin Towers.

## Schedule

- Runs: Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Departures: 09:00, 12:00, 13:00
- 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

Tour meets 15 min prior to Start Time on the RIGHT side of the CASTLE CLINTON NATIONAL MONUMENT entrance. As you enter Battery Park from State St. follow the circular pathway to reach the monument.

Closest subway trains: "R" or "W" to Whitehall St/South Ferry, or "4" or "5" to Bowling Green. 

Ends: The tour ends at the 9/11 Memorial Plaza. Accessible trains nearest to this area are the "R", "W", "E", "1", "2", "3", "4", "5". The PATH trains to New Jersey are also easily accessible from this area.

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children MUST be accompanied by an adult
- Not recommended for children aged 12 and under due to its serious content & length of tour
- A moderate amount of walking is involved (approximately 1.4 miles/2.25 km)
- Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or serious medical conditions, walking difficulties or any other physical limitations that might prevent them from enjoying or completing the tour.
- Not recommended for women in advanced stages of pregnancy due to even surfaces and distance walking
- Tour operates in all weather conditions unless otherwise indicated by the Tour Provider. In the rare instance that the tour must be cancelled due to extremely unfavorable and/or potentially hazardous weather conditions, you will be given the option of an alternative tour date or a full refund of your tour's purchase price.
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers age 13 and above.
- Tours are currently conducted in the English language ONLY. If you have difficulty understanding the English language, this may not be the best tour for you. Unfortunately, use of a translator's assistance during the tour is not permitted due to the distraction it creates for other paying Guests.
- Restroom breaks are highly recommended prior to tour start. There are no scheduled rest stops once the tour begins.
- Beverages and snacks are permitted during tour, however, any purchase of these items MUST be made PRIOR to the tour's start time.
- Please report to meet-up location 15 MINUTES BEFORE the start of your tour for check-in with the Guide. Be prepared to present your paper or electronic voucher.
- SMILES are REQUIRED; cameras are highly recommended
- Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions that might prevent them from being able to complete the tour.

## Compared with other 9/11 Memorial & Ground Zero Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #5 of 19** | €43 | 2h 30m | 5.0 (42) | 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 #5 of 19 in 9/11 Memorial & Ground Zero Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €22 to €272, median €62; typical length 2h. 6 of 19 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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