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title: New York Private 9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional Museum Ticket
lang: en
type: tour
city: New York
country: United States
price: 172
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.95
reviews: 286
duration_minutes: 120
duration_max_minutes: 240
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 2 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-private-9-11-memorial-tour-with-optional-museum-ticket/
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# New York Private 9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional Museum Ticket

In our comparison: #2 of 19 in 9/11 Memorial & Ground Zero Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

The terrorist attack in New York on September 11, 2001 is one of the most important events in the city’s history, and you can gain a deeper understanding of this tragic day on this private tour. 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 following our guided tour.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: We meet inside the Oculus,
- Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- 7 start times: between 09:00 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 €172 per person for the Tour Only option; other options up to €218
- Duration: 2h–4h
- Rating: 4.95/5 from 286 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: ExperienceFirst
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: English
- Tickets: Admission included
- Start times: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

4.95 from 286 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 283 of 286.

- 5 stars: 277 (97%)
- 4 stars: 6 (2%)
- 3 stars: 1 (0%)
- 2 stars: 1 (0%)
- 1 star: 1 (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 | €172 / person (for 2+ people) | English | No Museum : Museum upgradable on site |
| Tour with Museum | €218 / person (for 2+ people) | English | With Museum Entry |

## What's included

- Optional upgrade to discover the artifacts in the 9/11 Museum with your skip-the-line ticket
- New York City private guide with a personal connection to 9/11
- Tour of Ground Zero, including outside St. Paul’s Chapel
- Tales of heroism, tragedy, and resilience to enrich your visit
- Guided visit to the 9/11 Memorial

## Not included

- Gratuities

## 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. **Pay your respects to those who lost their lives at the World Trade Center on ...** (45m; admission included) - 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** (2h; admission included) - Upgrade your experience for a skip-the-line ticket to the 9/11 Museum where you’ll take a self-guided tour through the collections of media, memorabilia, and more.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 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. Go to Level C2. Your guide will be wearing an orange hat and standing by the L'Arte del Gelato stand.

Ends: The tour ends at the 9/11 Memorial. If option is selected you will go into the museum after the tour and have as much time as you like to explore on your own. 

## 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.
- There is airport style security at the 9/11 Museum. All large bags must be checked.
- Children 5 and under free with paid adult ticket
- Our guided tour is 90 minutes. You can also add on a visit to the 9/11 Museum, which takes about two hours. Please note, if you have booked our 2pm guided tour with Museum access, your Museum visit will be limited to 90 minutes due to the Museum’s 5pm closing times

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €344 | €172 |
| 4 | €380 | €95 |
| 6 | €438 | €73 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in 9/11 Memorial & Ground Zero Tours start at €22 per person.

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

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #2 of 19** | €172 | 2h–4h | 4.95 (286) | private |
| [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 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 #2 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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