9/11 Ground Zero & Memorial Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum
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.
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
- New York City guide with a personal connection to 9/11
- 9/11 Museum entry ticket & small-group guided tour with a Docent (if you choose the VIP option)
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
185 Greenwich Street
New York, NY 10007, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
180 Greenwich Street
New York, NY 10007, USA
What To Expect
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Oculus Center
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9/11 Memorial Pools
1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- 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.
- New York City guide with a personal connection to 9/11.
- 9/11 Museum entry ticket & small-group guided tour with a Docent (if you choose the VIP option).
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 9/11 Ground Zero & Memorial Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 9/11 Ground Zero & Memorial Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What'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
- New York City guide with a personal connection to 9/11
- 9/11 Museum entry ticket & small-group guided tour with a Docent (if you choose the VIP option)
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
