Museum · Financial District, New York

9/11 Memorial & Museum

9/11 Memorial & Museum
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The 9/11 Memorial & Museum honors the victims of the 2001 attacks. It includes two large reflecting pools marking the Twin Towers footprints and an underground museum with artifacts and personal accounts. Look for the preserved slurry wall and the Survivors' Stairs.

Updated November 6, 2026On day 1 of New York City Long Weekend

Visiting 9/11 Memorial & Museum: what to know

Tickets
Museum requires paid admission; memorial is free. Check official website for current prices.
Time needed
Allow two to three hours for the museum.
Best time
Weekday mornings to avoid crowds.
Getting there
Subway to Fulton Street station in Lower Manhattan.

New York itineraries with 9/11 Memorial & Museum

Day 1 of New York City Long Weekend

Financial District and Memorial

How 9/11 Memorial & Museum fits into a day.
  1. 9:009/11 Memorial MuseumWorld Trade Center
  2. 11:30Federal Hall National MemorialFinancial District
  3. 14:00Stone Street Historic District WalkFinancial District
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9/11 Memorial & Museum FAQs

Is the 9/11 Memorial free?

The outdoor memorial is free to visit. The museum charges admission.

How long does a visit take?

Most people spend two to three hours inside the museum.

Where is it located?

In the Financial District at the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan.

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