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Built at the site of Ground Zero at the World Trade Center, this permanent memorial commemorates the events and honors the 2,983 victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks and 1993 World Trade Center. The 9/11 Memorial is free and open to the public, featuring the names of those killed in the attacks, and a reflecting pool with two waterfalls where the Twin Towers stood.

The 9/11 Museum recounts the events of those fateful days through permanent core exhibitions and seasonal exhibits that examine the ongoing effects of the attacks. Browse the 110,000 square feet of the museum on your own, or take a guided one-hour tour with an expert. Allow yourself at least two hours to experience the museum, which is a ten-minute walk from the hotel.

Hours

9/11 Memorial: Open daily, 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m

9/11 Museum: Sunday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., last entry at 6:00 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., last entry at 7:00 p.m.

Prices

9/11 Memorial: Free

9/11 Museum: Adults - $24, Youth (7-12 years) - $15, Young Adult (13-17 years) - $20, Seniors (65+) and Students - $20

Discounted admission is available for U.S. Veterans and NYPD, FDNY, and PAPD

In addition to purchasing tickets for admission to the museum, guests must specify the time and date of their visit. Tickets may be purchased up to six months in advance and visiting time and date is selected during checkout. Early or late arriving visitors may not be guaranteed entry.

Some exhibits, specifically the historical exhibition of the 9/11 Museum, may not be suitable for children under the age of ten; adults and guardians are asked to use discretion. The museum offers a guide for caregivers of children between the ages of 8-11 to educate and prepare younger visitors before visiting the museum.

Because nothing is ordinary in NYC, this transportation hub is a sight to behold. The World Trade Center Transportation Hub, at the center of which you'll find The Oculus, will connect you to 11 subway lines, plus the Battery Park City Ferry and PATH trains to New Jersey. In the eye of the tiger, away from the bustle of trains, you'll find more than 350,000 square feet of dining and shopping, from high-end stores to retail favorites.

Located steps from the 9/11 Memorial & Museum and One World Observatory, this can't-miss architectural marvel is a breath of fresh air in the urban jungle. Walk a few blocks from the hotel to this modern masterpiece and ignite the envy of Instagrammers with an incredible photo opp.

Open 24 hours. Store and restaurant hours vary.

There are over 150 shops and restaurants at The Oculus, across two floors of retail space, with stores including H&M, Apple, Fossil, Lacoste, Sephora, Forever 21, and Ugg Australia. To view the complete list, visit the Westfield World Trade Center website.

The Oculus offers more than 25 restaurants, coffee shops, bars, and specialty food spots, ranging from casual fast-food to fine dining. Some popular eateries include Shake Shack, Eataly, Minamoto Kitchoan, Beer Table, Blue Bottle Coffee, and Choza Taqueria. For a complete list of dining at The Oculus, visit their website.

Add some next-level drama to your stay in NYC with a visit to the top of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. Take in panoramas of Manhattan's most mesmerizing and iconic sites from One World Observatory, located on levels 100-102 of One World Trade Center, also known as the Freedom Tower.

Ride the SkyPod Elevator to ascend 102 stories in 47 seconds, pose with your posse against the backdrop of your favorite digital cityscape, and walk the Sky Portal, a glass disc that gives you a sky-high perspective of the city below from 100 floors up. One World Observatory is less than ten minutes by foot from the hotel.

Hours

Open daily, with varying seasonal hours.

Summer (May 1 - September 4): 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Winter (September 5 - December 31): 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Prices

Standard admission starts at $34

You can purchase tickets online for the observatory, but your visit is time- and date-specific. Guests must arrive 15 minutes prior to ticketed time to guarantee entry, and late-arriving visitors will only be admitted depending on capacity. Guests can purchase Anytime Admission tickets for an additional fee and untimed entry.

Beautiful people love beautiful things. Surround yourself with the eclectic and irreverent exhibits at the Whitney Museum of American Art in Greenwich Village. The museum showcases contemporary artists, with inspiring and thought-provoking works ranging from paintings and prints to new media and interactive installations.

Set your sights on more than 23,000 pieces of art from exclusively 20th and 21st Century artists or catch an installment in the film series or a uniquely New York performance art exhibit. Plan and prepare for your visit with a look at the online gallery, which highlights thousands of pieces and provides insider info on the artists. The Whitney also has plenty to do-if you're willing to get your hands dirty. Shop for artwork or stop by during open studio to create your own.

Hours

Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 10:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Friday and Saturday: 10:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Closed on Tuesdays, except in July and August

Prices

Adults: $25 Seniors and Students: $18

Children (18 years and under): Free

It might sound worlds away but set in the heart of Brooklyn's Boerum Hill, at the convergence of Atlantic and Flatbush Avenues, the newly built Barclays Center sets a new standard for the world's most entertaining sports and events venue. As the home court for the NBA's Brooklyn Nets and the NHL's New York Islanders home rink, expect to hear the cheering fans from afar as they gather around this state-of-the-art modern multi-purpose arena. Since its opening in 2012, Barclays Center continues to showcase the world's most renowned performers, including Jay Z, Paul McCartney, Barbra Streisand, Beyoncé, The Rolling Stones, and Bruce Springsteen. With 101 luxury suites and a broad range of restaurants, bars, and clubs, attending an event at Barclays Center makes for one memorable evening in New York City.

Hours vary per event. The Box Office is open Monday - Friday: 12 pm to 6 pm and Saturdays: 12 to 4 pm on non-event days. On event days, hours are 12 pm to 9 pm. Nets game day hours are 12 pm to the start of the 3rd Quarter.