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National September 11 Memorial & Museum

HistoryClosed todayFrom $36World Trade Center (E train)

The National September 11 Memorial & Museum stands on the site of the former Twin Towers in Lower Manhattan, commemorating the victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks and the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. Twin reflecting pools set within the towers' footprints are ringed by bronze parapets inscribed with the names of the 2,983 victims. Below ground, the museum displays more than 14,000 artifacts, among them original tower steel, the Survivors' Staircase, and the Last Column, alongside oral histories and archival recordings. A striped glass pavilion designed by Snohetta marks the entrance.

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180 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10007, United States

Nearest station: World Trade Center (E train), WTC Cortlandt (1 train), Fulton Street (A, C, J, Z, 2, 3, 4, 5)

Admission

$36

Free admission Mondays 5:30-7 p.m.; always free for 9/11 family members, first responders, and U.S. military and veterans. The outdoor memorial plaza is free and open daily.

Visitor Information

How much does National September 11 Memorial & Museum cost?
Standard adult admission to National September 11 Memorial & Museum is $36. Free admission Mondays 5:30-7 p.m.; always free for 9/11 family members, first responders, and U.S. military and veterans. The outdoor memorial plaza is free and open daily.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of National September 11 Memorial & Museum?
National September 11 Memorial & Museum is open Museum open Wednesday-Monday 9 a.m.-7 p.m. (closed most Tuesdays); the outdoor memorial is open daily and free.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is National September 11 Memorial & Museum?
National September 11 Memorial & Museum is located at 180 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10007, United States, in the Lower Manhattan (World Trade Center) area of New York. The nearest stations are World Trade Center (E train), WTC Cortlandt (1 train), Fulton Street (A, C, J, Z, 2, 3, 4, 5).
What can I see at National September 11 Memorial & Museum?
Twin reflecting pools and a subterranean museum at the World Trade Center site, honoring the 2,977 lives lost on 9/11. Current highlights include Our Flag Was Still There, The World's Game: Soccer and 9/11, Responding in Ink: Comic Books, Graphic Novels, and 9/11.
Do I need to book National September 11 Memorial & Museum in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit National September 11 Memorial & Museum?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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