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New York City Lower Manhattan Walking Tour

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  • New York City
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Wall Street, the 9/11 Memorial, and Battery Park with a local guide, with an optional ferry visit to Liberty and Ellis Islands.

About this tour

Discover the stories behind Lower Manhattan’s most recognizable landmarks on a New York City walking tour led by a local guide. From the energy of Wall Street to the quiet reflection of the 9/11 Memorial, this 2-hour route brings the city’s history into view.

Explore Financial District landmarks including Federal Hall, the New York Stock Exchange, and Trinity Church, then stop at the Charging Bull and walk part of Battery Park’s Canyon of Heroes. At the 9/11 Memorial, learn about the events that shaped the city and pause beside its vast waterfalls. Battery Park also offers a view of the Statue of Liberty and Castle Clinton National Monument.

Choose the upgrade for a round-trip ferry to Liberty Island and Ellis Island. The island visit is self-guided, so you can explore at your own pace; crown and pedestal access are not included. The guided portion involves a moderate amount of walking, so wear comfortable shoes. Take this New York City walking tour to connect the landmarks, history, and waterfront views of Lower Manhattan.

Highlights

  • Explore Wall Street and landmarks of the Financial District
  • Pause at the 9/11 Memorial and reflect beside its waterfalls
  • See the Charging Bull and walk part of the Canyon of Heroes
  • Admire the Statue of Liberty from Battery Park
  • Add a ferry visit to Liberty Island and Ellis Island

What's included

Included

  • Experienced local guide
  • History and tour of the 9/11 Memorial
  • Visit to the Canyon of Heroes at Battery Park
  • Visit to Federal Hall, the New York Stock Exchange, and Trinity Church
  • Visit to Battery Park and a view of Castle Clinton National Monument
  • Photo opportunity at the Charging Bull
  • Round-trip ferry ticket to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with the upgrade

Not included

  • Admission to the 9/11 Museum
  • Gratuities
  • Access to the Statue of Liberty crown and pedestal

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Important information

  • Meet your guide 15 minutes before departure outside the front entrance of 24 Broad Street; do not enter the building
  • The guided walking tour lasts 2 hours; any island visit is self-guided
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved; wear comfortable shoes
  • Children 3 and under are free with a paid adult ticket
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  • Wheelchair accessible; transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller; service animals are allowed
  • Nearby public transportation is available
  • The ferry and island visit are included only with the upgrade
  • Statue of Liberty entry requires airport-style security screening; all people and property may be searched
  • Avoid bringing large items; smaller items can be stored in lockers on Liberty Island, while large items must be left outside at your own risk
  • The Statue of Liberty may close due to weather or other circumstances; if the walking tour proceeds without island access, no refund is provided, but rescheduling or tickets for another day may be offered

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The guided walking tour lasts 2 hours. The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island visit, if upgraded, is self-guided.

Is the ferry to the Statue of Liberty included?

Round-trip ferry tickets to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are included only if you select the upgrade.

Does the tour include the 9/11 Museum?

No. Admission to the 9/11 Museum is not included.

Where do I meet the guide?

Meet outside the front entrance of 24 Broad Street 15 minutes before the tour. Do not enter the building.

Can I visit the Statue of Liberty crown or pedestal?

No. Crown and pedestal access are not included.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.73 on Viator and 4.60 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

How the score works and rating distribution in New York City
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.5.

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