Inside The Oculus: NYC’s Most Surprising Landmark

What *is* The Oculus in New York City? Is it a mall, a subway station… or something else entirely? In this first episode of our *Lower Manhattan Family Travel Series*, we explore one of NYC’s most stunning (and misunderstood) buildings. 📍 **Located at the World Trade Center**, The Oculus was designed to resemble a dove taking flight—a powerful symbol of peace and rebirth after 9/11. We’ll walk you through the architecture, share what’s inside and yes, it’s family-friendly! 👉 Whether you're planning your own trip or just love New York, this video is for you. 🎥 Coming up next: One World Observatory – where we take you to the top of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere! 📌 **Watch the full Lower Manhattan Series and our Times Square Series in our New York playlist here:** 🔗 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc5EZyHbimBqrhad6_BIGxhjhcVcTIZr6 Like our music? For the best music and sound effects in our content we use Epidemic Sound. Sign up for a free trial here: https://share.epidemicsound.com/0zhkal There are certain products that we don't leave home without when we travel. Here are some of our favorites. Please note, these are affiliate links and if you choose to purchase, we may earn a commission. Electronics: Air Tags: https://amzn.to/4gCmSRt Apple Airpods: https://amzn.to/4cCq5yW Electronics Travel Case: https://amzn.to/3PtetU9 Anker Quick Power Bank: https://amzn.to/3EmHxuW Airfly TV/Airplane Wireless Converter: https://amzn.to/4ah7tUk Anker USB C Charger: https://amzn.to/4jFcR6V Anker USB to USB C Cable: https://amzn.to/4iz3Tah Luggage: Cotopaxi Allpa 35L: https://amzn.to/4jE5yfJ Cotopaxi Accessory Bag: https://amzn.to/4infedC Cotopaxi Kapai 3L HP Pack: https://amzn.to/3YEdeGM Samsonite: https://amzn.to/4jLvZAu Organization: Travel Hangers: https://amzn.to/3BU2R9L BAGAIL Packing Cubes: https://amzn.to/4a5HAqd BAGAIL Compression Packing Cubes: https://amzn.to/4hajbSS Family Travel Document Holder: https://amzn.to/4j3wTbH Drive Auto Car Trunk Organizer: https://amzn.to/41YTCzA Cruises: European Adapter: https://amzn.to/3Wf8Fla Metal Hooks: https://amzn.to/421Zokg Cruise Lanyards: https://amzn.to/4j5lwQz Princess Cruise Luggage Tag Holder: https://amzn.to/4h3ExRx Clothing: Cruise Shirt: https://amzn.to/4jdyufo For our little: Headset: https://amzn.to/40jIqMH Luggage: https://amzn.to/4a2HaAU Our gear: Hollyland Lark M2 Wireless: https://amzn.to/4a2wUsq Shure MV88+ Mic: https://amzn.to/4j4FElO Tripod: https://amzn.to/4a5HAqd Instaflow 360 Creator Kit: https://amzn.to/4a0gMrr External Hard Drive: https://amzn.to/3DHXCuj Lighting: https://amzn.to/41WyES9 Rode Wireless Mic: https://amzn.to/3W4npDe ✨ **Timestamps:** 00:00 Intro 00:11 Oculus History & Architecture 00:55. Entering the Oculus 02:42 What's Inside the Oculus? 05:10 Pop Mart: The Oculus 05:28 The Oculus Tour Continues 09:20 The Oculus Lower Level Shops 11:15 Epicerie Boulud 12:03 Lower Manhattan Tour 12:36 The Oculus Lower Level Shops Continues 13:46 Kingdom of Sweet 14:05 The Oculus Lower Level Shops 15:15 The Oculus Restrooms 15:39 The Oculus Lower Level Tour Concludes 18:25 The Oculus Wrap-up