New York City

Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty Tour - 8:30am First Tour

New York City, USA
Ellis Island The Gateway to America and Statue of Liberty
  • 5 hours
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty remain two of New York’s most significant landmarks—and on this seamless, half-day tour, you can visit both. Pre-booked ferry tickets and skip-the-line access grant you extra time to explore both sites, as well as the National Museum of Immigration. Plus, a guided tour enables history buffs to learn more about the important role these sites played in the nation’s history.
  • Discover two of New York’s most significant landmarks in a single tour
  • Round-trip ferry transit from Lower Manhattan makes logistics easy
  • Skip-the-line access helps you beat the crowds at both locations
  • Learn all about the rich history of both sites from your guide

What's Included

  • Local guide
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines (there is still airport-like security everyone must go through)
  • Private transportation

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 24 State St, New York, NY 10004, USA

    Please meet your guide in front of Starbucks Coffee

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Statue of Liberty

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Ellis Island

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Ellis Island Immigration Museum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival
  • A minimum of 1 people per booking is required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

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Q:Where do we meet to redeem the Statue of Liberty tour?

A:You will want to make your way to 24 State Street to redeem your ticket. Please be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your selected time.

Oct 2022

Q:How can I get to the meeting location?

A:The closest subway stations to the meeting location are South Ferry Station (1), White Hall Street Station (N,R,W), and Bowling Green (4,5).

Oct 2022

Q:Is there parking available near the meeting location for the Statue of Liberty tour?

A:The nearest parking is available around the corner on Pearl Street. Parking rates apply and may vary. For convenience, you may wish to take public transportation, a taxi, or a car service, such as Uber or Lyft.

Oct 2022

Q:What is the departure location for the Statue of Liberty Ferry?

A:The ferry departs from Castle Clinton in Battery Park, however, you will need to meet your guide at the address on your voucher in order to collect your actual ferry ticket.

Oct 2022

Q:If I miss my departure time can I take a later ferry?

A:Your ticket is only good for the specific time and date printed on the ticket. Your guide will give a short orientation tour in Battery Park and make sure you are on time for your ferry departure.

Oct 2022

Q:Can I bring an infant with me on the Statue of Liberty ferry?

A:Yes - infants 2 years and younger travel complimentary as a lap child on the ferry. If you plan to bring an infant, please notate the child's age in the 'Special Requirements' box at checkout.

Oct 2022

Q:Can I bring food and/or drinks with me on the ferry?

A:Yes, you are allowed to bring your food and beverage for lunch it must be sealed to enter the screening facility (coolers are not allowed). Pedestal Reserve ticket holders should be aware that food or beverages will not be allowed in the screening facility on Liberty Island.

Oct 2022

Q:Can I bring alcohol with me on the ferry?

A:Alcohol is not allowed onboard the ferries and is not allowed in the screening facility.

Oct 2022

Q:Is food/drink available for purchase onboard the ferry?

A:Yes, there is a snack bar located on all of the ferries serving food and souvenirs. All payments (Cash, Visa, Master Card, and American Express) are accepted not including personal checks.

Oct 2022

Q:Are restrooms available onboard the ferry?

A:Yes, bathrooms are located on the ferries, Ellis Island and Liberty Island bathrooms are wheelchair accessible.

Oct 2022

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Reviews

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great!
Debra_G, Apr 2024
lots of fun facts and ease of access into the trip with Fabrice made for an extremely memorable tour
Irish on Ellis Islnd
Michael_R, Apr 2024
Vivian was excellent and we had a beautiful memorable day . Weather was fantastic. Highly recommended
Worst experience I’ve had on aviator.
ann_n, Apr 2024
The whole thing was a disaster. One hour and twenty minutes to get through security in 40 degree weather. Tiur guide was useless. No such thing as skip the line. As a very frequent customer, I’m requesting a refund. Feel free to call me for more detail.
A rainy day adventure to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty
camcam, Sep 2023
It was a rainy day, but we ferried over to the Statue of Liberty and our guide started pointing out historic facts before we even left the port. He had a vast knowledge of New York and he willingly offered answers to all our questions. Admission to the inside of the statue of Liberty is only achieved through the Parks Department. Our guide seemed to have less to offer re: Ellis Island
Just buy ferry tckets in advance
sumerixmj, Aug 2023
This is the first Viator tour I would not recommend. Febreze have a quick review of the program for the day. Explained the flag pole from the Dutch and got us in line for the ferry and left. plan an hour to wait in line for each ferry be sure to get the audio player.
Guide Abandoned The Tour After 45 Mins
jodigrundig, May 2019
I thought this would be a five hour guided tour with exclusive access. Instead, the guide showed us two random buildings and a statue, and then left us at the ferry terminal. You can just purchase your own tickets online and save tons of money.
Response from Host, May 2019
This tour includes a 30 minute guided orientation and a self guide audio tour of Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. The tour guide did not abandon you since it is SELF GUIDED. You went on a day where the tickets to the Statue of Liberty were sold out. You received Fast Track access to the ferry and skipped the line and save over 3 hours. The ferry line went all the way to WhiteHall Station which is at least one mile long. We took you on the VIP fast track line and the group was on the ferry in less than 30 minutes.

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