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Lower Manhattan & 9/11 Memorial Exclusive Guided Walking Tour

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| New York City, USA

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

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Offered in: English

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Overview

Go back to New York’s origins on this 2.5 hour privateguided walking tour of Lower Manhattan. Explore Lower Manhattan & the 9/11 Museum with NYC’s Top-Rated Guides. Discover the heart of Lower Manhattan with an expert guide who brings NYC’s history, culture, and resilience to life. On this private tour, you’ll journey through iconic landmarks such as Wall Street, the Oculus, and the historic St. Paul’s Chapel. Your experience culminates with a moving visit to the 9/11 Memorial, where your guide provides rich context and meaningful stories that make this an unforgettable tour.

With the highest-rated guides in New York City, this is more than a tour—it’s a deeply personal journey through one of the most significant chapters in NYC’s history. A must-do for anyone seeking a deeper connection to the city.

What's Included

Private Walking Tour
Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
Duration 2.5 Hours
Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You

Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)

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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Battery Park Underpass
New York, NY 10004, USA

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End point

285 Fulton Street
New York, NY 10007, USA

What To Expect

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Castle Clinton National Monument

After arriving at the meeting point you will start your tour with a brief highlight about Castle Clinton, a landmark representing not only the city’s growth but the growth of the nation. Built from 1808 to 1811, it was the first U.S immigration station where more than 8 million people arrived in the United States between 1855 to 1890.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

New York Harbor

From here, you will see the New York Harbour, part of the port of the New York. Lying at the mouth of the Hudson river, it is one of the largest natural harbours in the world.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

SeaGlass Carousel

Next you will pass the Seaglass Carousel, a fish-themed carousel that represents a symbol of recovery in the area, which suffered damage from Hurricane Sandy in 2012. You will be able to appreciate the carousel’s design, as design along with construction took nearly a decade.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bowling Green

Next you will visit Bowling Green, New York’s City’s oldest park. According to tradition, this small public park served as the council ground for Native American tribes and was also the site of the sale of Manhattan in 1626 to Peter Minuit.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Charging Bull (Wall Street Bull)

During the tour you will also visit the Charging Bull, a bronze structure created by the Artist Arturo Di Modica who illegally dropped the sculpture outside the New York Stock Exchange. The sculpture became an instant hit as soon as it was set up at Bowling Green.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Trinity Church Wall Street

Next you will visit Trinity Church, a historic parish church which began in 1696, located near the intersection of Wall Street and Broadway. During your visit you will see the graves of Mr and Ms Hamilton in the Trinity churchyard, along with the monument dedicated to them near their resting place.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wall Street

You will then walk along the Wall Street, the renowned eight-block-long street running through Lower Manhattan. Known for its role in the international financial system, it is easily one of the most famous streets in the world.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

New York Stock Exchange

During your time on Wall Street you will see the exterior of the New York Stock Exchange, the world’s largest stock exchange. Founded in 1792, it is now a designated National Historic Landmark.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fearless Girl

In front of the New York Stock Exchange, you will see what is known as the Fearless Girl, a bronze statue by Kristen Visbal which depicts a four-foot tour girl. The statue is considered by many to symbolize and promote female empowerment.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

House of Morgan

Continuing down Wall Street, you will also see the exterior of the House of Morgan, an office building formerly owned by J.P. Morgan & Co. Built in 1913, the building is known for its classical architecture and was designated a New York City landmark in 1965.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Federal Hall

You will also visit Federal Hall, the name given to the first of two historic buildings located at 26 Wall Street. While the original Greek Revival structure was completed in 1703, the current structure built in 1842 is one of the best examples of neoclassical architecture in New York.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Paul's Chapel

Afterwards, you will make your way to St Paul’s Chapel, a chapel part of the Parish of Trinity Church Wall Street. It was considered a “chapel-of-ease for those who did not want to walk a few blocks to Trinity. Upon completion in 1766, it was the tallest building in New York City.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Zuccotti Park

From here, you will make your way to Zuccotti Park, formerly known as Liberty Plaza Park. The park was heavily damaged in the 9/11 attacks and underwent subsequent recovery efforts. The plaza is now used as the site of several events commemorating the anniversary of the attack.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

One World Trade Center

Next you will see One World Trade Center, otherwise known as the Freedom Tower. The tallest building in New York, it stands today where the Twin Towers once towered over the city.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum

You will then pay a visit to the National September 11 Memorial, a tribute of the remembrance and honor of those killed in 9/11. The Memorial’s twin reflecting pools feature the largest manmade waterfalls in North America. Here you will see the names of every person who died in the attack, inscribed into bronze panels edging the Memorial Pools.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Maximum of 12 people per tour allowed
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Lower Manhattan & 9/11 Memorial Exclusive Guided Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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