Ground Zero Tour with One World Observatory Access

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New York City, USA

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3 hours (Approx.)
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Overview

[Best Valued 3-Hour Experience. All tour guides use large 11" x 17" photos to add richness to your experience] This tour introduces the Legends of Sept. 11th, Capt. Jonas & Ladder 6. These NYC firefighters were part of an effort that saved over 500,000 lives. The tour visits the Sept.11th Memorial Plaza, where the Reflecting Pools, Survivor Tree and Museum are located.

Learn the events surrounding Operation Aegis, the largest rescue by sea in history. Next, we'll visit the rebuild Winter Garden and the Fountain of Tears Memorial, dedicated to the 11 American Express employees lost on that day. The tour concludes inside the new WTC complex, where details of its design and construction are revealed. In addition, you'll learn about the Survivor Tree, survival, and rebirth. All tours are in small groups with a maximum of 25 adults.

Access to the highest Observatory in the western hemisphere is included with this package. All guests must check through security.

What's Included

  • One World Observatory Access
  • Narrated 2-Hour Walking Tour using Extra Large Visuals
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Gratuities (Welcomed and appreciated)
  • Gratuities (Optional)

Meeting Location

Meeting point

20 Dey St, New York, NY 10007, USA

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End point

180 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10006, USA

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What To Expect

The Oculus

The experience starts at the Starbucks across the street from the Oculus, the most expensive subway hub in the world. The tour also introduces FDNY Captain John Jonas and his team "the Dragon Fighters."
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

World Trade Center

There we'll continued to an overlook of the World Trade Center Memorial Plaza. From this vantage, one could see the entire complex which includes One World Trade Center, the Reflecting Pools, and the 911 Museum.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Brookfield Place

The tour proceeds to the World Financial Center. Here you learn about the little known Operation Aegis. The largest rescue by sea in history. Where over 500,000 civilians were evacuated by watercrafts of all sizes.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Winter Garden

Next we'll visit the reconstructed Winter Gardens, the $60 million 10 story glass pavilion that was devastated during the attacks of September 11th. Next we'll visit the Eleven Tears Memorial, dedicated to the eleven American Express employees lost on that day.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

World Trade Center

Concluding at the new World Trade Center complex, your guide will detail its design and construction. The guide will also cover the mystery of the lost gold and silver reserves of Building Four. In addition, you'll learn about the Survivor Tree, its resilience, survival, and rebirth.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

One World Observatory

After your walking tour, you'll take the super-fast elevators up to the Observatory located on the 100th floor in under 48 seconds. During the elevator ride, you'll be watching a timeline transformation of Manhattan on HD monitors. At the Observatory, be astonished by the amazing views. On a clear day, 4 different states can be seen. Guests are invited to enjoy the Observatory until closing. This package includes "Skip the Ticket Line" access.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-44983P12

Reviews

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32 reviews

Average 4.94 out of 5 stars based on 32 traveler reviews collected by Cool New York City and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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