United States of America · Museum

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

4 Hours Round trip from New York Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the moving 9/11 Memorial Museum and memorial pools
02 See over 10,000 artifacts linked to the events of 9/11
03 Enjoy a 60-minute sightseeing cruise from Pier 36
04 Sail close to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
05 Take in views of the Manhattan skyline and Brooklyn Bridge
06 Upgrade to include anytime entry to One World Observatory

Reflect on the events of September 11 at the 9/11 Memorial Museum, then continue your day with a scenic cruise for close-up views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Manhattan skyline. This combination experience brings together powerful history, iconic landmarks, and memorable photo opportunities in one outing.

Your timed museum entry gives you access to exhibitions and artifacts connected to 9/11, as well as the memorial pools at Ground Zero. Afterward, board a 60-minute sightseeing cruise from Pier 36 and sail past Lower Manhattan, under the Brooklyn Bridge, and toward Lady Liberty. If selected, you can also upgrade your experience with anytime entry to One World Observatory for sweeping city views from one of New York’s most famous towers.

This combination experience brings together powerful history, iconic landmarks, and memorable photo opportunities in one outing.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

City New York

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

See the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island from the Cruise and get excellent photosEnjoy skip the Line access to the observation deck at One World Trade.

The fine print

Trip details

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)

What's Not Included

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

Know before you go

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
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.

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