Ground Zero 911 Memorial+ Optional One World Observatory
★3.5(33)
Starting from 39.99 USD
Duration: 1h 30m
Confirmation: INSTANT
Free cancellation available
Discover the story of 9/11 with a local guide as you visit Ground Zero and pay tribute at the 9/11 Memorial Pools honoring the victims and first responders. Visit St. Paul's Chapel, which survived the attacks and became a place of hope for families searching for loved ones, and stop by the nearby fire station memorial dedicated to the bravery of first responders. Learn how the events of that day unfolded, how the memorial was created on the Twin Towers’ footprint, and see the resilient “Survivor Tree.”
This leisurely walking tour also explores historic Downtown Manhattan, including Battery Park, Wall Street, Federal Hall, the New York Stock Exchange, and the Financial District, where George Washington was inaugurated as president.
Upgrade your ticket for anytime entry to One World Observatory, offering panoramic views of Manhattan and New York Harbor, valid for 7 days after your tour.
What's included
Transport in air-conditioned vehicles and an open balloon basket!
Commemorative Flight certificate
Approx 1 hour balloon flight with scenic city & country views
Optional participation in the inflation & deflation process of the balloon
Sit down after flight restaurant breakfast
Professional Chief Pilot & Inflight Guide with over 30 years experience
Important information
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children (6 - 12 years) must be accompanied by an adult. No infants allowed.
Disabled passengers are able to balloon, although limitations do apply due to the Civil Aviation and Safety Authority (CASA) regulations. CASA requires that all passengers are able to embark and disembark a balloon basket unassisted for safety reasons. No wheelchair facilities are available. Disabled persons participating in the balloon flight do so at their own risk and the company accepts no liability for any damage or injury caused. As the flight is for approximately 1 hour, passengers must be able to stand unaided for the duration of the flight. (ie: no additional aids such as seats, walkers, sticks or crutches are permitted in the basket). If in doubt, an able bodied person (friend or relative) must accompany the "slightly infirm" passenger.
Weight notification: For flight manifest purposes all passengers’ names and estimated weights (in kilograms). Please advise the booking office if any client is over 85 kilograms, or have any medical issues. As weight is an important factor in a hot air balloon; passengers weighing 110 Kg or over attracts a 50% surcharge. Due to safety factors passengers over 130kg cannot participate in hot air ballooning.
During any Government Health &/ or Covid restrictions, all passengers will be required to follow the FIHABF Health/ Covid 19 Policy & Safety Plan requirements, and comply with all Federal Government and Queensland Health requirements imposed at the time of your flight. Please familiarize yourself with any Government & Health authority mandates including the wearing of face masks and how it applies to you, prior to your flight. By booking tickets to attend this ballooning experience you accept these participation entry requirements.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
More than 0 days before departure: 0% refundable
Experience may be cancelled in bad weather.
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not reached.
