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9/11 Memorial & Museum

Check this collection to explore the 9/11 Memorial & Museum in NYC. Pay homage to the lives lost, delve into the events of 9/11, and witness the resilience of the human spirit. Browse through a range of ticket options and book your visit now to experience this poignant memorial and museum.

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9/11 Memorial & Museum
Reflecting pool at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City with surrounding skyscrapers.
Women observing the 9/11 Memorial in New York City.
South Tower Excavation exhibit at a museum with twisted steel beam.
9/11 Museum exhibit with September 11, 2001 text and map display.
Fire truck Ladder 3 exhibit at 9/11 Museum, New York City.
9/11 Memorial Museum's Last Column in New York City.
USA flags at 9/11 Memorial with One World Trade Center in New York City.
Names engraved at 9/11 Memorial with small American flag, New York City.
White rose on 9/11 Memorial names panel in New York City.
9/11 Memorial reflecting pool with museum entrance and skyscrapers in New York City.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
Flexible duration
  • Dive into the heart of history with your ticket to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, an emotional journey that resonates globally.

  • Stand beside the reflecting pools, where North America's largest manmade waterfalls resonate with deep emotions and stories.

  • Get access to "In Memoriam," remember the brave souls who lost their lives and know their stories.

  • Marvel at the monumental endurance in the Foundation Hall, especially the last column, while learning the events surrounding it.

  • For a deeper experience, choose the Ground Zero tour with skip-the-line tickets to the Museum.

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  • Dive into the heart of history with your ticket to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, an emotional journey that resonates globally.

  • Stand beside the reflecting pools, where North America's largest manmade waterfalls resonate with deep emotions and stories.

  • Get access to "In Memoriam," remember the brave souls who lost their lives and know their stories.

  • Marvel at the monumental endurance in the Foundation Hall, especially the last column, while learning the events surrounding it.

  • For a deeper experience, choose the Ground Zero tour with skip-the-line tickets to the Museum.

from
$37
Tour guide leading a group near Ground Zero, New York City.
9/11 Memorial reflecting pool with museum entrance and skyscrapers in New York City.
Tour group at Ground Zero with guide near memorial bell.
Steel column covered in tributes at 9/11 Museum, New York City.
Fire truck Ladder 3 exhibit inside the 9/11 Museum, New York City.
Twisted steel beam from South Tower excavation at 9/11 Museum.
Visitors on a guided tour at the 9/11 Memorial, New York City.
Survivor Tree at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City with autumn foliage.
Names engraved on the 9/11 Memorial with a white rose, New York City.
Oculus interior at World Trade Center, New York, part of Ground Zero tour experience.
Oculus structure at World Trade Center near 9/11 Memorial, New York City.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
3 hr 30 min
  • Get the convenience of priority entrance to the 9/11 Museum, allowing you to bypass long queues and maximize your time at the museum.

  • Go on an English-guided tour of important locations within the 9/11 Memorial and listen to historical context and personal anecdotes related to the tragedy.

  • Witness the poignant memorials, including the Survivor Tree that survived the day, and the FDNY Memorial Wall, a tribute to the nearly 3000 lives lost.

  • Listen to firsthand narratives of the 9/11 tragedy, acts of heroism, and how people came together to help out, adding a personal dimension to the sites.

  • Explore the exhibits of the 9/11 Museum at your own pace after the guided tour, allowing for personal reflection with the historical artifacts.

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  • Get the convenience of priority entrance to the 9/11 Museum, allowing you to bypass long queues and maximize your time at the museum.

  • Go on an English-guided tour of important locations within the 9/11 Memorial and listen to historical context and personal anecdotes related to the tragedy.

  • Witness the poignant memorials, including the Survivor Tree that survived the day, and the FDNY Memorial Wall, a tribute to the nearly 3000 lives lost.

  • Listen to firsthand narratives of the 9/11 tragedy, acts of heroism, and how people came together to help out, adding a personal dimension to the sites.

  • Explore the exhibits of the 9/11 Museum at your own pace after the guided tour, allowing for personal reflection with the historical artifacts.

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$65
One World Observatory view and 9/11 Memorial with American flag.
New York City skyline featuring One World Trade Center.
Visitors enjoying the view from One World Observatory in New York City.
Women observing the 9/11 Memorial in New York City.
Fire truck Ladder 3 exhibit at 9/11 Museum, New York City.
Visitors interacting with digital display at Welcome Wall, One World Observatory, New York City.
Visitors at Welcome Grid, One World Observatory entrance, New York City skyline images displayed.
9/11 Museum exhibit with September 11, 2001 text and map display.
9/11 Memorial waterfall with city skyline in New York City.
Flexible duration
  • Marvel at the remarkable beauty of New York City, including landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, and Brooklyn Bridge from the One World Observatory.

  • Skip the ticketing lines and explore the multiple attractions at the observatory like the Horizon Grid, and the See Forever® Theater.

  • Pay tribute to the nearly 3,000 people who lost their lives in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks by visiting the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.

  • Experience the journey of hope and resilience at the Survivor Tree, a Callery Pear tree that survived the heinous attacks and was nurtured back to health.

  • Did you know? On 9/11, an estimated 500,000 people were evacuated by boat in what became the largest maritime evacuation in history, known as the Boatlift.

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  • Marvel at the remarkable beauty of New York City, including landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, and Brooklyn Bridge from the One World Observatory.

  • Skip the ticketing lines and explore the multiple attractions at the observatory like the Horizon Grid, and the See Forever® Theater.

  • Pay tribute to the nearly 3,000 people who lost their lives in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks by visiting the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.

  • Experience the journey of hope and resilience at the Survivor Tree, a Callery Pear tree that survived the heinous attacks and was nurtured back to health.

  • Did you know? On 9/11, an estimated 500,000 people were evacuated by boat in what became the largest maritime evacuation in history, known as the Boatlift.

from $83.90
$80.65

4% off

Women observing the 9/11 Memorial in New York City.
Reflecting pool at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City with surrounding skyscrapers.
Hands touching engraved names with white roses at 9/11 Memorial, New York City.
Names engraved on the 9/11 Memorial in New York City.
Father and child observing steel beam exhibit inside 9/11 Memorial.
Visitors viewing exhibits inside the 9/11 Memorial Museum.
9/11 Memorial Museum's Last Column in New York City.
Fragment of 1993 bombing memorial at 9/11 Museum, New York City.
USA flags at 9/11 Memorial with One World Trade Center in New York City.
Flexible duration
  • The Family Pass includes museum admission for two adults and two children (ages 7–17) at a discounted rate, saving up to 20%.

  • Designed for families, this pass makes it easy to experience the museum together with one convenient booking, with flexibility to visit based on your schedule.

  • Explore powerful exhibits and artifacts that tell the story of 9/11 and its lasting impact on the world at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.

  • Upgrade your ticket to the Family Pass for families of five, which includes two adults and three children, so everyone can be included.

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  • The Family Pass includes museum admission for two adults and two children (ages 7–17) at a discounted rate, saving up to 20%.

  • Designed for families, this pass makes it easy to experience the museum together with one convenient booking, with flexibility to visit based on your schedule.

  • Explore powerful exhibits and artifacts that tell the story of 9/11 and its lasting impact on the world at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.

  • Upgrade your ticket to the Family Pass for families of five, which includes two adults and three children, so everyone can be included.

from
$25
Tour guide in New York City showing a photo of the original World Trade Center.
One World Trade Center and surrounding skyscrapers in New York City.
9/11 Memorial reflecting pool with surrounding skyscrapers in New York City.
White rose on engraved names at 9/11 Memorial, New York City.
Visitors enjoying panoramic views at One World Observatory, New York City.
FDNY Ten House with American flag mural on garage doors, New York City.
Group tour near One World Trade Center, New York City, listening to a guide.
FDNY Memorial Wall with firefighters and fire truck relief, New York City.
One World Trade Center and the World Trade Center Transportation Hub in New York City.
Interior view of The Oculus in New York City with people and American flag.
Fire truck wreckage from 9/11 displayed at the 9/11 Memorial Museum.
Exterior of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum, World Trade Center, New York City.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
3 hr 30 min
  • Admire the resilience and beauty of New York City on a single visit to the One World Trade Center.

  • Hear stories of loss and resilience on your guided visit to the 9/11 Memorial, led by a local who shares a personal connection to 9/11.

  • Admire the largest man-made waterfall in North America and the Survivor Tree, which was found alive amidst the rubble.

  • Rise 102 floors in SkyPod elevators at the One World Observatory for sweeping views of NYC.

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  • Admire the resilience and beauty of New York City on a single visit to the One World Trade Center.

  • Hear stories of loss and resilience on your guided visit to the 9/11 Memorial, led by a local who shares a personal connection to 9/11.

  • Admire the largest man-made waterfall in North America and the Survivor Tree, which was found alive amidst the rubble.

  • Rise 102 floors in SkyPod elevators at the One World Observatory for sweeping views of NYC.

from
$79
9/11 Memorial with American flag and Statue of Liberty in New York City.
White rose on 9/11 Memorial names panel in New York City.
Women observing the 9/11 Memorial in New York City.
Visitors at Liberty Island with the Statue of Liberty Museum in New York City.
Guide engaging with tour group at Statue of Liberty exhibit.
South Tower Excavation exhibit at a museum with twisted steel beam.
Fire truck Ladder 3 exhibit at 9/11 Museum, New York City.
9/11 Museum exhibit with September 11, 2001 text and map display.
9/11 Memorial Museum's Last Column in New York City.
9/11 Memorial reflecting pool with museum entrance and skyscrapers in New York City.
Guide explaining to tourists inside the Statue of Liberty museum.
Ellis Island Immigration Museum entrance with visitors in New York City.
Historic immigrant trunk at Ellis Island Museum, part of Statue of Liberty tour.
Ellis Island Immigration Hall with American flags and visitors.
Ellis Island with New York City skyline in the background.
Free cancellation
Flexible duration
Audio guide
1 more
  • Reflect on resilience at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, then easily visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with one convenient booking.

  • Discover two iconic landmarks in Lower Manhattan, conveniently located close to each other for an easy, single itinerary exploration.

  • Enjoy flexible ticket validity, allowing visits on different days, so you can explore New York at your own pace without the rush.

More details

  • Reflect on resilience at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, then easily visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with one convenient booking.

  • Discover two iconic landmarks in Lower Manhattan, conveniently located close to each other for an easy, single itinerary exploration.

  • Enjoy flexible ticket validity, allowing visits on different days, so you can explore New York at your own pace without the rush.

from $70.50
$66.03

6% off

North Pool at National September 11 Memorial Museum, New York City, with surrounding skyscrapers.
Red roses and an American flag at the National September 11 Memorial in New York City.
Blonde woman smiling while listening to a guide during a group hike.
Saint Paul's Chapel at sunset with skyscrapers in Lower Manhattan.
FDNY Engine 10 parked on a New York City street with a person standing beside it.
World Trade Center Transportation Hub interior with American flag hanging.
Trinity Church with skyscrapers in lower Manhattan, New York City.
Final column at 9/11 Museum in New York City with visitors exploring exhibits.
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Guided Tours
Free cancellation
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1 hr 30 min
  • Visit the 9/11 Memorial and walk across Ground Zero to pay your respects to the lives lost on September 11, 2001.

  • Your local guide will take you across the Memorial and the grounds, sharing stories of loss, bravery, and courage and narrating the events of the day as you walk.

  • Visit surrounding sights such as Saint Paul’s Chapel, the oldest public building in NYC, the FDNY Memorial Wall, the Memorial Pools, and more.

  • Participate in a tour that is as educational as it is emotional, and come out of it with a sense of profound respect and reflection.

  • Upgrade to get skip-the-line access to the 9/11 Museum to continue your journey of remembrance.

More details

  • Visit the 9/11 Memorial and walk across Ground Zero to pay your respects to the lives lost on September 11, 2001.

  • Your local guide will take you across the Memorial and the grounds, sharing stories of loss, bravery, and courage and narrating the events of the day as you walk.

  • Visit surrounding sights such as Saint Paul’s Chapel, the oldest public building in NYC, the FDNY Memorial Wall, the Memorial Pools, and more.

  • Participate in a tour that is as educational as it is emotional, and come out of it with a sense of profound respect and reflection.

  • Upgrade to get skip-the-line access to the 9/11 Museum to continue your journey of remembrance.

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$36
Memorial visitor and tourists on a boat with a bridge in the background.
9/11 Museum exhibit with September 11, 2001 text and map display.
Fire truck Ladder 3 exhibit at 9/11 Museum, New York City.
Tour guide explaining safety procedures to passengers on a boat tour.
Tourists on a boat near the Statue of Liberty, New York, on a sunny day.
South Tower Excavation exhibit at a museum with twisted steel beam.
Reflecting pool at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City with surrounding skyscrapers.
9/11 Memorial Museum's Last Column in New York City.
USA flags at 9/11 Memorial with One World Trade Center in New York City.
Tourists on a ferry with New York City skyline in the background.
Brooklyn Bridge spanning East River with Manhattan skyline in New York City.
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Ellis Island with historic building viewed from East River cruise near Statue of Liberty.
Free cancellation
Flexible duration
  • Save 23% as you honor the past at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, then cruise past the Statue of Liberty and stunning NYC views.

  • These attractions are just a short 12-min drive apart, allowing you to reflect at the memorial before taking in breathtaking cityscapes on the water.

  • The 9/11 Memorial & Museum is a deeply moving experience with artifacts, personal stories, and tributes honoring those affected by September 11 tragedy.

  • Set sail on the Hudson River and be privy to riverside views of the NYC skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and iconic landmarks from a unique vantage point on your sightseeing cruise.

  • With flexible booking options, you can choose the date and time for both attractions, even on different days, ensuring a personalized experience.

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  • Save 23% as you honor the past at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, then cruise past the Statue of Liberty and stunning NYC views.

  • These attractions are just a short 12-min drive apart, allowing you to reflect at the memorial before taking in breathtaking cityscapes on the water.

  • The 9/11 Memorial & Museum is a deeply moving experience with artifacts, personal stories, and tributes honoring those affected by September 11 tragedy.

  • Set sail on the Hudson River and be privy to riverside views of the NYC skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and iconic landmarks from a unique vantage point on your sightseeing cruise.

  • With flexible booking options, you can choose the date and time for both attractions, even on different days, ensuring a personalized experience.

from $70.99
$68.39

4% off

9/11 Memorial Museum's Last Column and Banksy mural in New York City.
Reflecting pool at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City with surrounding skyscrapers.
South Tower Excavation exhibit at a museum with twisted steel beam.
Street art mural of a pillow fight in the Banksy Museum room, featuring a soldier and a masked figure.
Street art of a man examining "I Love NY" sign with a stethoscope at Banksy Museum.
Women observing the 9/11 Memorial in New York City.
9/11 Museum exhibit with September 11, 2001 text and map display.
Names engraved at 9/11 Memorial with small American flag, New York City.
Banksy-style stencil art of a classical figure at the Banksy Museum.
Man posing with Banksy mural of figures holding bananas at The Banksy Museum.
Visitors exploring Banksy artwork at the Banksy Museum.
Free cancellation
Flexible duration
  • This combo ticket offers a meaningful visit to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum and an exploration of contemporary art at The Banksy Museum, all while getting a 10% discount.

  • Just a short distance from each other, this combo is perfect for a day of museum hopping in Downtown New York.

  • The 9/11 Memorial & Museum is a moving experience that honors the lives lost and shares stories of resilience through powerful exhibits and artifacts.

  • The Banksy Museum celebrates the enigmatic artist Banksy's work, showcasing thought-provoking pieces that blend street art with social commentary.

  • With the flexibility to visit both attractions on the same day or plan them separately, it is easy to create a schedule that suits your itinerary.

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  • This combo ticket offers a meaningful visit to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum and an exploration of contemporary art at The Banksy Museum, all while getting a 10% discount.

  • Just a short distance from each other, this combo is perfect for a day of museum hopping in Downtown New York.

  • The 9/11 Memorial & Museum is a moving experience that honors the lives lost and shares stories of resilience through powerful exhibits and artifacts.

  • The Banksy Museum celebrates the enigmatic artist Banksy's work, showcasing thought-provoking pieces that blend street art with social commentary.

  • With the flexibility to visit both attractions on the same day or plan them separately, it is easy to create a schedule that suits your itinerary.

from $66
$60.30

9% off

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About 9/11 Museum and Memorial

Step into the 9/11 Memorial where the echoes of the past resonate. Here, you’ll find remnants of the World Trade Center, names of the fallen etched on bronze, and multimedia displays that narrate the events of that fateful day.


Address
180 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10007, USA
Also known as
9/11 Memorial & Museum
Year opened
2014
Founded by
Davis Brody Bond
Expected wait time - Standard
30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
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Eric Davis
US

Eric

United States
Mar 2025
5/5
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Great but sad experience!!!! We wanted to honor those you experienced 911 first hand, but we never realized how many layers there were to this tragedy. We appreciate the work that went into this exhibition and will encourage others to visit, also.
Ashley A. Dunn

Ashley

Dec 2017
4/5
As suggested by the customer experts we took a weekday tour and it really wasnt that crowded. Thanks for the helpful suggestion
Alton Tucker

Alton

Nov 2017
5/5
The first tallest building in the world, the most iconic statue kin the world and the grounds of a historical event that shaped the world, it was the perfect mix of places that define the greatest city in the world – New York. Would recommend this tour to all visitors to NY.
Philip Edward Hood
GB

Philip

United Kingdom
Aug 2025
5/5
Very knowledgeable guide Rose. Gave a very detailed explanation of the total day and its effects on all people involved in a very pleasing entertaining manner. The museum is fantastic and a very emotional experience. First class
Fran Sadoff-LeBow
US

Fran

United States
Dec 2024
5/5
Jorge was amazing and so knowledgeable. His presedntation was captivating and stellar. The museum was done so well. Painful, overwhelming, but so nececcary and done to perfection.
Lorraine Pierluissi Lopez
PR

Lorraine

Puerto Rico
Dec 2024
5/5
It was so easy to use, you literally just find the attractions you want to see and head to the entrance with your QR code ticket pass. Even those where you have to book, the experience was easy to complete through the app. Will recommend.
Sally Jo Friedman
US

Sally

United States
Oct 2024
5/5
I loved that the ticket was available for our first event. When we were here years ago, we had to pick up the tickets and have them validated. Technology has really made this part great! It was easy to get there and go. We enjoyed the Islands very much!
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