• 9/11 Memorial reflecting pool; black granite walls with names; blue sky, trees, and buildings in the background.
  • Statue of Liberty against a blue sky with white clouds. Green statue holding a torch.
  • Couple taking a selfie with the Statue of Liberty in the background, smiling under a blue sky.
  • Interior of a museum exhibit.
  • Sculpture of twisted steel beams at the 9/11 Memorial Museum, standing in front of a wall that says
  • A partially destroyed Twin Tower building in New York City after 9/11 attacks, smoke and debris.
  • Two reflecting pools with waterfalls at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City.
  • Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island with NYC skyline in the distance, under a blue sky.
  • Statue of Liberty Museum entrance on Liberty Island under a blue sky, featuring a sign and greenery.
  • Inside a modern building, the Statue of Liberty's copper torch is displayed. People are viewing it with a city skyline visible.
  • Group of friends smiling on a boat, posing for a photo; city skyline in the background.
  • Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration sign; red, tan, and brown building.
  • Ellis Island Great Hall interior. Arched ceiling, American flags, people, and brick floor.
  • New York City skyline with One World Trade Center and ferry on the water.

NYC: 9/11 Memorial Museum & Statue of Liberty Cruise

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4 hours

Description


Visit the 9/11 Museum with reserved skip-the-line entrance and enjoy a 1-hour Statue of Liberty & Manhattan Skyline Sightseeing Cruise. Upgrade to include anytime entry to One World Observatory. 


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
  • Skip the ticket lines 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 polls 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 a skip-the-ticket lines anytime ticket 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.


  • 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 and Spanish Commentary on the boat
    • Skip-the-ticket-line Anytime Ticket to One World Observatory (if option selected)

  • Exclusions

    • Transportation to or from the starting points
    • Tour guide at 9/11 Museum
    • Tour guide at One world Observatory
    • Food & Drinks (Available for purchase)

  • Please note

    • 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 tickets are anytime tickets 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. During high season the wait at security can be up to 20 minutes

  • What do I need to bring?

  • Itinerary

    180 Greenwich St, World Trade Center, 10007-0089 New York City

  • Meeting Points

    You can start this experience at the following places.


    9/11 Memorial & Museum

    Greenwich Street 180, 10007 New York, US

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