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Walk through New York’s iconic landmarks with Universal Tour Guide US, including the somber 9/11 Memorial and the soaring Statue of Liberty. This 4-hour tour offers history, culture, and skyline views all in one memorable experience.
Walk through New York’s iconic landmarks with Universal Tour Guide US, including the somber 9/11 Memorial and the soaring Statue of Liberty. This 4-hour tour offers history, culture, and skyline views all in one memorable experience.
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Operated by Universal Tour Guide US · New York, New York
easy.
4 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly flat walking.
Yes, the roundtrip ferry to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island is included.
No, access to the pedestal and crown is not included and requires separate tickets.
Yes, the tour is designed for all ages with mostly flat walking and frequent stops.
Expect to walk around 2 to 3 miles during the entire tour.
Food and drinks are not included but can be purchased at Battery Park or brought along.
Yes, you receive a self-guided audio headset in multiple languages for the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.
The 9/11 Memorial pools occupy the footprints of the original Twin Towers, designed to honor those lost while symbolizing renewal and strength.
The Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island continue conservation efforts to preserve structural integrity while educating visitors on environmental responsibility.
Universal Tour Guide US is a Chicago‑based tour operator that offers private, guided walking tours across major U.S. cities. The company organizes curated experiences in New York City, Washington, D.C., Arlington, and Chicago, with itineraries that include Midtown Manhattan and Times Square, the High Line and Chelsea, the National Mall, Arlington National Cemetery, the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, and family-friendly visits to Ground Zero and the 9/11 Memorial. Tours are designed for small private groups and focus on local history, architecture, and cultural highlights. Many experiences run about two hours and include skip-the-line access where indicated. Guides present factual narratives, interpretive context, and on-route storytelling tailored to families, history enthusiasts, and first-time visitors. Universal Tour Guide US highlights private two-hour options such as The Private Best of Chicago, New-York Midtown walking tours, and multiple National Mall and Arlington Cemetery itineraries. Evening options include after-hours memorial tours that showcase Washington, D.C.'s landmarks illuminated at night. Booking information and specific ticket inclusions vary by trip; the business lists each tour with a summary of duration and themes. As a third-party operator based in Chicago, Universal Tour Guide US serves travelers seeking guided, private walking tours in major U.S. destinations. Contact and booking details are provided per listing to confirm availability, group size limits, and any museum tickets or memorial access included with a tour. Tours accommodate a range of interests including architecture, military history, natural history, and contemporary art, with options suitable for families and private groups and guided narratives.
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