9/11 Memorial at World Trade Center and Financial District Walking Tour
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.
What's Included
- Professional, local guide
- Gratuity/Tip For Guide (Optional) Generally, 15-18% Of Tour's Full Price
Meeting Location
New York
NY 10004, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Greenwich Street
New York, NY 10006, USA
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.
What To Expect
Charging Bull (Wall Street Bull)
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Wall Street
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Trinity Church
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The World Trade Center Sphere
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
FDNY Memorial Wall
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Oculus
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions that might prevent them from being able to complete the tour.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat 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 (EDT).
- Professional, local guide.
- Gratuity/Tip For Guide (Optional) Generally, 15-18% Of Tour's Full Price.
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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 9/11 Memorial at World Trade Center and Financial District Walking Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions that might prevent them from being able to complete the tour.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 9/11 Memorial at World Trade Center and Financial District Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat 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 2024What's Included
- Professional, local guide
- Gratuity/Tip For Guide (Optional) Generally, 15-18% Of Tour's Full Price
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions that might prevent them from being able to complete the tour.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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