--- title: New York 9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional One World Observatory lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 26 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.84 reviews: 655 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 15 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/new-york-9-11-memorial-tour-with-optional-one-world-observatory/ --- # New York 9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional One World Observatory In our comparison: #15 of 19 in 9/11 Memorial & Ground Zero Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview This moving and evocative tour of Ground Zero begins at the site of what served as a rescue center for victims and place for mementos after the attacks: St. Paul's Chapel. This historic church was miraculously unharmed when the Twin Towers fell despite being only a block away. You'll then walk to the 9/11 Memorial where we'll reflect on the lives lost in the World Trade Center attacks. See "Reflecting Absence," the largest artificial waterfalls on the continent. Your guide will share the meaning behind the memorial, stories from the day, and how New Yorkers came together in the aftermath. From there, begin a self-guided tour in the lobby of the Freedom Tower by watching "Voices," a film dedicated to the men and women of the Twin Towers and Freedom Tower. Upgrade your experience to take the "Sky Pod" elevator 1,250 feet up to the One World Observatory, where you can see the NYC skyline stretching across Manhattan. ## Before you book - Meeting point: We meet inside the Oculus, - Starts 10:30, 13:00, 15:00: 3 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 €72 - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.84/5 from 655 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: ExperienceFirst - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 10:30, 13:00, 15:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.84 from 655 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 629 of 655. - 5 stars: 598 (91%) - 4 stars: 31 (5%) - 3 stars: 11 (2%) - 2 stars: 9 (1%) - 1 star: 6 (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 | |---|---|---|---| | Tour Only | €26 / person | English | - | | Tour with Observatory Entry | €72 / person | English | With Observatory Entry | ## What's included - Self-guided tour of the lobby of Freedom Tower with the film “Voices” - Visit to the meaningful sites of Ground Zero - Optional upgrade to visit the One World Observatory with the highest panoramic views in NYC - A local guide who shares stories about their personal connection to 9/11 - Moment of reflection at the largest man-made waterfalls on the continent ## Not included - Gratuities - 9/11 Museum (upgradable on site depending on availability) ## Itinerary 1. **St. Paul's Chapel** (15m) - The tour begins one block from Ground Zero at a historic church, built in 1766, that miraculously survived the falling debris from the attacks. Your guide will explain how this beautiful church served the community in the wake of the tragedy. 2. **The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum** (1h) - Pay your respects to those who lost their lives at the World Trade Center on 9/11. Your guide will share the meaning behind all the symbolic places in the memorial plaza, including the Survivor Tree and “Reflecting Absence,” which is the largest man-made waterfall on the... 3. **One World Observatory** (1h; admission included) - Upgrade your experience to take the "Sky Pod" elevator up 1,250 feet to see breathtaking views of Manhattan from the 360-degree observation deck. It spans three levels and includes the See Forever Theater, immersive LED displays, touch-screen video, and dining. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 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. Ends: You will go to the One World Observatory on your own after the tour. You can spend as long as you like at the top but most people spend about an hour. ## 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 - Comfortable walking shoes are recommended - Tour is wheelchair accessible - Please dress appropriately and bring layers in case of cold weather - One World Observatory entrance is NOT included unless option is selected at time of booking - Children 5 and under free with paid adult ticket - Also note, in case you are approached by street booksellers, they are not affiliated with us ## Compared with other 9/11 Memorial & Ground Zero Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #15 of 19** | €26 | 3h | 4.84 (655) | 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 #15 of 19 in 9/11 Memorial & Ground Zero Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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