Ground Zero Tour with One World Observatory Ticket
Tour is approximately 3 hours.
[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.
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Itinerary
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Stops at: The OculusThe 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."Duration: 5 minutes
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Stops at: Brookfield PlaceThe 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.Duration: 45 minutes
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Stops at: Winter GardenNext 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.Duration: 15 minutes
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Stops at: One World ObservatoryAfter 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.Duration: 60 minutes
Admission Included
Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Includes:
- One World Observatory Access
- Narrated 2-Hour Walking Tour using Extra Large Visuals
- All Fees and Taxes
Does not include:
- Gratuities (Welcomed and appreciated)
Additional Information:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Well organized
- This tour is copyrighted
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