9/11 Memorial & Museum Opening Hours & Best Time to Visit

Timings

National September 11 Memorial & Museum

Jan - Mar

Apr - Jun

Jul - Sep

Oct - Dec

Jan 1 TO May 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO May 31)	TIMINGS
Monday	09:00–19:00
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	09:00–19:00
Thursday	09:00–19:00
Friday	09:00–19:00
Saturday	09:00–19:00
Sunday	09:00–19:00

Note: The museum will be open on select Tuesdays this year from 9am to 7pm. Tickets are available on:

October 8, 15, 22 & 29

November 26

December 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31

Best time to visit the National September 11 Memorial & Museum

Weekday vs Weekend

The 9/11 Museum tickets are timed, which means you don’t have to worry about it getting too crowded at any point. However, without a doubt, it is advisable to visit the museum on weekdays to avoid the weekend rush.
On Monday afternoons after 3:30 PM, free entry is allowed into the museum. Unless you want to take advantage of this, we suggest that you avoid Monday afternoons as well.
Thursdays and Fridays are most preferable as the evening crowds on these days are quite limited.

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Pleasant

Crowded

Very Crowded

Closed

Peak season vs low season

The museum's peak season falls during the summer months between June to August. There are also higher crowds on the 11th of September every year.
If you are traveling from overseas, the summer months have pleasant weather with rainfalls on just about 5 days a month.
January to March are the low season in New York and you can expect less crowds then.

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Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Off Season

Moderate Season

Peak Season

Frequently asked questions about the 9/11 Memorial Museum opening hours

Q. What are the 9/11 Memorial Museum's opening hours?

A. The 9/11 Memorial site is open every day from 9 AM to 8 PM and the museum is open from Wednesdays to Mondays from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Q. Is the 9/11 Memorial Museum open every day?

A. The 9/11 Memorial site is open every day, but the museum is open only from Wednesdays to Mondays.

Q. When is the 9/11 Memorial Museum closed?

A. The 9/11 Memorial site is always open. But, the museum remains shut on Tuesdays for advanced cleaning.

Q. How long should I spend at the 9/11 Memorial Museum?

A. Visiting the memorial site takes about 30-45 minutes. Exploring the museum would take 2-3 hours. We suggest that you set aside at least 3-4 hours to make the most of your visit to the 9/11 Memorial Museum.

Q. What is the best time to visit the 9/11 Memorial Museum?

A. The ideal time to visit the 9/11 Memorial Museum is on Thursday and Friday evenings. The crowds are much lesser and the lights around the memorial make for a pleasant evening stroll.

Q. Is the 9/11 Memorial Museum open on public holidays?

A. Yes, the 9/11 Memorial Museum is open on public holidays. The museum only remains shut on Tuesdays.

Q. Should I visit the 9/11 Memorial Museum on a public holiday?

A. Yes, you can visit the 9/11 Museum on public holidays, but it isn’t recommended if you prefer lesser crowds.

Q. What are the 9/11 Memorial Museum opening hours for public holidays?

A. The 9/11 Memorial Museum opening hours remain the same on public holidays as on regular days. You can visit the museum from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and the memorial from 9 AM to 8 PM.