United States of America · Museum

Lady Liberty Cruise + 9/11 Memorial Tour or 9/11 Museum Admission

4 Hours Round trip from New York Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the 9/11 Memorial and Museum or choose a guided Ground Zero tour
02 See powerful 9/11 artifacts and memorial exhibitions
03 Cruise past the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
04 Enjoy views of the Manhattan skyline and Brooklyn Bridge
05 Depart on a 60-minute sightseeing cruise from Pier 36
06 Upgrade to include anytime entry to One World Observatory

Combine two of New York’s most iconic experiences in one outing: a moving visit to the 9/11 Memorial and Museum or a guided Ground Zero memorial tour, followed by a scenic cruise past the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. This experience blends reflection, history, and skyline views in a convenient half-day format.

Explore the 9/11 Museum’s powerful exhibitions and artifacts, or choose the memorial tour option to hear the stories behind Ground Zero and the reflecting pools. Later, board a 60-minute sightseeing cruise from Pier 36 for close-up views of Lady Liberty, Ellis Island, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Lower Manhattan.

You can also upgrade your experience with anytime entry to One World Observatory, where sweeping city views await from one of New York’s most famous vantage points.

Later, board a 60-minute sightseeing cruise from Pier 36 for close-up views of Lady Liberty, Ellis Island, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Lower Manhattan.

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

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

9/11 Memorial Pools & Museum

EITHER Visit the 911 Memorial pool and than enter the 911 Memorial Museum with reserve VIP access OR Enjoy a Guided Tour of 9/11 Memorial and Ground Zero

Pier 36

Go to Pier 36 and enjoy the 60 MIN cruise that will go right next to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island

One World Observatory

Upgrade to include an anytime ticket to One World Obaservatory

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
Food & Drinks (Available for purchase)

Know before you go

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
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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