New York, New York

National September 11 Memorial & Museum

The memorial remembers the nearly 3,000 people killed in the September 11, 2001, attacks and the six people killed in the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. Two reflecting pools sit in the footprints of the Twin Towers.

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Photo: Paul Sableman, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The story

Military History & Remembrance

Why it matters

Why it may matter to you

The victims came from more than 90 countries. It is a place of mourning and remembrance, not a tourist attraction, and visitors are asked to be respectful.

The fuller story

The attacks led to wars and to policies that affected many communities, including increased suspicion toward Muslim, Arab, and South Asian Americans.

Plan your visit

Hours, prices, reservations, and closures change. Check the official visitor website.

Time to allow: Memorial: under 1 hour; museum: 2–3 hours (our estimate)
Setting: Indoor and outdoor
Tickets and reservations: The outdoor memorial pools are free to visit; the museum requires tickets. Check the official visitor website.
Getting there: Many subway lines stop nearby in Lower Manhattan.
With family: The museum includes very emotional content; the operator offers guidance for visiting with children.
Seasons and weather: Year-round; September 11 has special arrangements.
Accessibility: See the operator's website for accessibility information.

Times are estimates and distances are straight-line. Citizen Navigator is an independent educational resource. Visitor access and conditions change. Confirm current details with the destination's official operator.