New York City Ground Zero Private Tour with Observatory Option
Explore Ground Zero with a private guide, reflecting on 9/11's impact. Optional upgrade to One World Observatory for stunning NYC views.
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Important Information
- • 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
- • One World Observatory admission is NOT included unless option is selected at time of booking
- • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- • Airport style security screening will take place at the One World Observatory. All bags are subject to search.
Embark on a profound journey through New York City's Ground Zero with a private tour that offers a deeply personal perspective on the events of 9/11. Begin at St. Paul's Chapel, a historic site that miraculously withstood the devastation, serving as a sanctuary for rescue workers. Your guide, sharing personal stories, will lead you to the 9/11 Memorial, where the 'Reflecting Absence' waterfalls stand as a tribute to those lost. Continue to the Freedom Tower's lobby for a self-guided experience with the film 'Voices,' honoring the resilience of New Yorkers. Enhance your visit with an optional upgrade to the One World Observatory, offering breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline. This tour promises a reflective and enriching experience, connecting you with the heart of New York City's history.
Pros
- Reflect at Ground Zero's poignant memorials
- Explore St. Paul's Chapel's historic resilience
- Admire the largest man-made waterfalls
- Hear personal stories from a dedicated guide
- Experience Freedom Tower's moving film
- Upgrade for panoramic views at One World Observatory
Includes
- Self-guided tour of the lobby of Freedom Tower with the film 'Voices'
- Visit to the meaningful sites of Ground Zero
- A private guide who shares stories about their personal connection to 9/11
- Optional upgrade to visit the One World Observatory with the highest panoramic views in NYC
- Moment of reflection at the largest man-made waterfalls on the continent
Excludes
- Gratuities
- 9/11 Museum (upgradable on site depending on availability)
FAQ
- • Is The Tour Wheelchair Accessible?
Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.
- • Can Infants Join The Tour?
Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller.
- • Is The One World Observatory Admission Included?
Admission is not included unless the option is selected at booking.
- • What Is The Meeting Point?
Meet at the Broadway entrance to St. Paul's Chapel, 209 Broadway.
- • Are Service Animals Allowed?
Yes, service animals are allowed on the tour.
Tour Highlights
- • Reflect at Ground Zero's poignant memorials
- • Explore St. Paul's Chapel's historic resilience
- • Admire the largest man-made waterfalls
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