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title: 9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional Museum and One World Access
lang: en
type: tour
city: New York
country: United States
price: 26
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.97
reviews: 1076
duration_minutes: 120
duration_max_minutes: 300
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 1 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-tour-with-optional-museum-and-one-world-access/
---

# 9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional Museum and One World Access

In our comparison: #1 of 19 in 9/11 Memorial & Ground Zero Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Explore Ground Zero and the 9/11 Memorial on a powerful guided tour that brings history to life. Hear firsthand stories of resilience and heroism.

Walk past St. Paul’s Chapel, visit the FDNY 10 House, see the Survivor Tree, and stand by the 9/11 Memorial Pools where the Twin Towers once stood with a professional friendly local NYC tour guide.

Optional access to the 9/11 Museum and One World Observatory included—explore powerful exhibits and take in breathtaking views from the top of One World Trade Center.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Meet the Tour Guide by City Hall Subway…
- Starts 10:00, 13:00: 2 departures a day
- 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 Tour Only option; other options up to €89
- Duration: 2h–5h
- Rating: 4.97/5 from 1076 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Experience NYC™
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 10:00, 13:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

4.97 from 1076 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1072 of 1076.

- 5 stars: 1055 (98%)
- 4 stars: 17 (2%)
- 3 stars: 2 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 2 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tour Only | €26 / person | English | Memorial Tour Only: This option does NOT include entry tickets to 9/11 Museum or One World Observatory. |
| Tour with One World Access | €64 / person | English | One World Observatory Access: Take in panoramic views of NYC from the tallest observation deck in the Western Hemisphere. |
| Tour with Museum Access | €64 / person | English | Museum Access Included: Visit the 9/11 Museum after to explore powerful exhibits and artifacts. |
| Full Access Tour | €89 / person | English | Tour, Museum, and One World: Enjoy seamless access to both 9/11 Museum and One World Observatory right after your guided tour of the memorial. |

## What's included

- One World Observatory Access (if option is selected)
- Stories of Heroism & Resilience
- Expert NYC Tour Guide
- 9/11 Museum Access (if option selected)
- Ground Zero & 9/11 Memorial Guided Tour

## Not included

- Gratuities
- Tour Guide inside the Museum or Observatory

## Itinerary

1. **Your tour begins at the corner of Warren Street and Broadway, near City Hall ...** (pass by, no stop) - Your tour begins at the corner of Warren Street and Broadway, near City Hall Subway Station (R & W lines). Your guide will introduce the history of the area and set the stage for your journey through Ground Zero.
2. **See the historic St** (10m) - Paul’s Chapel, which served as a refuge for first responders after 9/11. Your guide will explain its vital role in the aftermath and how it became a place of healing and support.
3. **Visit FDNY 10 House, home to the firefighters who were among the first to res...** (5m) - Visit FDNY 10 House, home to the firefighters who were among the first to respond to the attacks. See the 9/11 Memorial Wall, honoring the fallen firefighters who sacrificed their lives.
4. **The Oculus** (10m) - See the striking design of the Oculus, a transportation hub and shopping center that symbolizes rebirth of the World Trade Center. Learn how it was built to replace the destroyed PATH station and its deeper significance in the city's recovery.
5. **One World Trade Center** (5m) - See and stand beneath One World Trade Center (Freedom Tower) and hear about its construction, design, and symbolism as the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere.
6. **Pay tribute at the twin reflecting pools, located in the footprints of the Tw...** (15m; admission included) - Pay tribute at the twin reflecting pools, located in the footprints of the Twin Towers. Your guide will share the history of the memorial, its design, and the significance of the inscribed names.
7. **See the Survivor Tree, a Callery pear tree that withstood the destruction of ...** (5m) - See the Survivor Tree, a Callery pear tree that withstood the destruction of 9/11 and became a symbol of resilience. Your guide will explain its miraculous survival and journey back to Ground Zero.
8. **The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum** (1h 30m; admission included) - Travelers who select the Tour + Museum or Full Access options, will continue the experience with seamless access to 9/11 Museum on a self-guided tour. Explore exhibits featuring artifacts, personal stories, and multimedia presentations that offer a deeper understanding of the...
9. **One World Observatory** (1h 30m; admission included) - Travelers who have chosen the Tour + One World Observatory or Full Access options, will enjoy a seamless access to the observation deck located on top of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 10:00, 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

Meet the Tour Guide by City Hall Subway Station. At the intersection of Broadway and Warren Street.

Ends: Final stop for travelers who have chosen the Tour + One World Observatory or Full Access options., Final stop for travelers who have chosen the Tour + Museum or Full Access Options.

## 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

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

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #1 of 19** | €26 | 2h–5h | 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 |
| [Private All Access 9/11 Ground Zero including Tour, Museum and Observatory](/usa/new-york/tours/private-all-access-9-11-ground-zero-including-tour-museum-and-observatory/?format=md) | €272 | 4h 30m | 4.97 (66) | private |

Ranked #1 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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