NYC: 9/11 Memorial Museum & Statue of Liberty Cruise
About this experience
Highlights
Hear moving stories about the tragic events of 9/11 at the Museum
See artifacts from the devastating attack on the World Trade Center
Pause for reflection at Ground Zero and see the memorial pools
Sail within 100 feet of the Statue of Liberty and under the Brooklyn Bridge
Anytime Entry to the One World Observatory (if option selected)
Reflect on the events of September 11, 2001, when visiting the moving 9/11 Memorial and Museum. Then sail around the Statue of Liberty on a sightseeing cruise that also cruises under the Brooklyn Bridge and past Ellis Island. Take in incredible views of the iconic New York skyline.
You will receive a timed ticket to the 9/11 Museum which displays over 10,000 artifacts linked to the events of 9/11. The Museum has special exhibits, rotating galleries as well as 3 permanent exhibition sections which are:
The Historical exhibition covering the Day of 9/11, Before 9/11 and After 9/11
The Memorial exhibition commemorating the lives of those who perished on September 11, 2001
The massive Foundation Hall housing the last column and the slurry Wall
You can also visit the National September 9/11 Memorial located next door featuring twin reflecting pools which sit within the footprints where the Twin Towers once stood.
When you conclude, you can enjoy views of famous landmarks of the Manhattan skyline during a 1-hour scenic sightseeing cruise from Pier 36. From right under the Brooklyn Bridge, travel toward the South Street Seaport and Battery Park. You will then get to within 100 feet of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island for incredible photo opportunities.
You can upgrade to include anytime entry to the One World Observatory located in the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. Take the Sky Pod elevator to the 102nd floor in 60 seconds. Get breathtaking views across Manhattan including the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the Empire State Building and more.
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What’s included
- Skip-the-line Timed Ticket to 9/11 Memorial Museum
- 60-minute sightseeing boat cruise
- Cruise Route within 100 feet of Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
- Outdoor and indoor seating on the boat
- Guide with English Commentary on the boat
- Anytime Entry to One World Observatory (if option selected)
Not included
- Transportation to or from the starting points
- Tour guide at 9/11 Museum
- Tour guide at One world Observatory
- Food & Drinks (Available for purchase)
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Minimum age
- 2+ years
- Guide
- Guided tour in English · Guidance in German, Arabic, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, Japanese, Italian, French, and Spanish
- Start times
- 08:30 · 09:00 · 09:30 · 10:00 · 10:30 · 11:00 · 11:30 · 12:00 · 12:30 · 13:00 · 14:00 · 15:00
Know before you go
- This tour operates in all weather conditions, so please dress accordingly
- Your cruise will be scheduled on the same day as your Museum visit, usually around 3-4 hours after your Museum entry time to give you time to grab some food and make your way to the boat.
- The boat is wheelchair accessible for push-wheelchairs but is not able to accommodate electric wheelchairs.
- Please note, the cruise does not land at either Liberty Island or Ellis Island
- If you choose the option with One World Observatory, it is open daily 9am-9pm – but check opening hours for the day you plan to visit. One World Observatory admission is for anytime entry and can be used any day, up to 7 days after the scheduled tour date. You will need to pass through airport-style security to enter the Observatory.
Cancellation policy
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
Standard Viator policy
Meeting point
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9/11 Memorial & Museum
- Address
- Greenwich Street 180, New York, 10007, US
- How you meet
- Meet on location
- Coordinates
- 40.71141, -74.01248
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 4 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English · Guidance in German, Arabic, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, Japanese, Italian, French, and Spanish
Is hotel pickup included?
No — you make your own way to the meeting point.
Where does this experience start?
It starts at 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Greenwich Street 180, New York, 10007, US.
Is there a minimum age?
Travellers must be 2 or older.
From AED 319 per person








