NYC Statue of Liberty Tour from Midtown

New York City, USA

NYC Statue of Liberty Tour including Express Bus from Midtown with optional Pedestal Access

From $135.00

Select Date and Travelers

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

6 hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

The Statue of Liberty is a New York City attraction you have to book months in advance to even see, especially if you’re planning on getting up to the pedestal. Prebook your early-access ferry tickets and tour ahead of time with this NYC Statue of Liberty tour. This tour also includes an express bus from Midtown and allows you to prebook Statue of Liberty pedestal access if you wish to do so.

Reserve your early-access tickets to the ferry to see the Statue of Liberty
Visit the grounds of the Statue of Liberty, and the pedestal if you wish to upgrade
A guide tells you about the history of US immigration at Ellis Island
Ride the express bus between Midtown and Lower Manhattan for convenience

What's Included

Statue of Liberty Express Bus Transportation to/from Times Square
Walking tour of Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and 911 Memorial
Local tour guide
All taxes and fees

Food and drinks
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

1001 6th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
Departure Point: Times Square Address: 1001 Avenue of the Americas New York City, NY 10018 Dates: Daily

Start time

08:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Make your own way to Times Square to meet your guide and board the Statue of Liberty Express bus.

Go directly to Battery Park in Lower Manhattan where your guide provides you with your early access ticket to Liberty Island. Go to the VIP express reserve line for the Statue of Liberty ferry and beat the crowds at the Statue of Liberty and Pedestal Museum. Your guide shares informative commentary as you explore the grounds of the Statue of Liberty and visit the Pedestal if you have selected the upgrade option.

After completing your tour of Liberty Island, your guide takes you to the Ellis Island Ferry and the Ellis Island Museum. In 1892, Ellis Island opened as a federal immigration station and operated for more than six decades until 1954. It is estimated that at least 40% of all current American citizens can trace one or more ancestors to Ellis Island. Have time on your own to see the museum and perhaps find your family members in the registers.

Return by ferry to Battery Park where your guide shows you highlights in the area such as the 9/11 Memorial (National September 11 Memorial). Return to Midtown Manhattan on the Statue of Liberty Express bus to end your tour.

Statue of Liberty

Admission Ticket Included

Ellis Island

Admission Ticket Free

SeaGlass Carousel

Admission Ticket Free

The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum

Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
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 is the meeting location?

A:You will want to make your way to 1001 6th Ave 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 station to the meeting location is Herald Square (E,B,D,F,M,N,Q,R,W).

Oct 2022

Q:Is there parking available near the meeting location?

A:The nearest parking is available across the street at 6th Ave and W 38th St. 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:How early should I arrive for the tour?

A:Please be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your selected departure time.

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. If you are unable to make your scheduled departure for any reason, please contact the local operator at the phone number on your ticket.

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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Good luck y’all

iMei_H, May 2023

Viator failed us and refused to get us a refund from unscrupulous tour company. The Statue of Liberty tour from midtown by attractions4usLLC is a ripoff. Tour documents promised pickup and drop off from midtown but left us to find a $80 taxi to get there and back ourselves on top of $300 tour bill. Add that to lackluster tour guide and no support from Viator, and we are ready to give up on both.

Lady Liberty, Ellis Island, and 9/11

Anita_J, Oct 2021

Leann, the tour guide shared a lot of information about the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. My son and I did not do the audio tours but they are available. The pace of the tour is somewhat fast, so if you want to delve into the history and take your time, then just get tickets to the boat. My son and I enjoyed the pace since we had other stops to make. Out of respect, Leann did not speak at the 9/11 memorial although she did share some details on the walk there. Be sure to go inside the Oculus.

Best Tour Ever!

Judy_R, Nov 2019

Our guide LeeAnn was fabulous. She was knowledgeable about NYC, it's history, and gave us so much good information. Loved the tour, we were able to cross several items off of our list in one tour. We would highly recommend Viator tours!

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Tour guide Cesar was excellent. Be...

CharlesH_L, May 2017

Tour guide Cesar was excellent. Be prepared for a major hike around the area before the Statue Liberty tour starts. From the starting point at the Battery Park up through Wall Street and reaching the 9/11 Memorial then hiking back to Battery Park to wait for the boat to the Statue and Ellis Island. Wear comfortable shoes. Be prepared for security and it is the usual bottle neck but smooth. Communication by the tour provider was excellent, ease of booking, voucher availability, final instruction for transportation including all local number for tour guide contact and office. 7:15 AM call was returned within 3 minutes. Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Museum was a tour that exceeded all expectations. Cesar was a wealth of knowledge and a willing photographer. He maintained a good pace for all with the rest stops at just the right time. And he is a guide of never ending patience. Included transportation was smooth with only a slight wrinkle, not them, let's just say a dead cell phone battery was the culprit! Return trip was directly to the hotel, very nice touch. All in all a great tour with a great guide.