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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour: All Options
New York City, USA
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From $44.00
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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
- 3 to 5 hours (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
One of the most iconic symbols of America, the Statue of Liberty rises up from New York Harbor, welcoming the immigrants who once entered the United States through nearby Ellis Island. Pay a visit to Lady Liberty and learn the stories of those who passed through Ellis Island with this convenient and flexible tour that lets you choose how long you want to spend at each attraction.
- The comprehensive option gives you a guided tour that covers both Liberty and Ellis Island
- Quicker options offer a guide for Liberty only or an audioguide for both islands
- Avoid ticketing hassles: round-tip ferry tickets and museum admission are included
- Begin your tour at historic Castle Clinton in Battery Park
What's Included
- Round trip ferry ticket for Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
- Access to the new Liberty Island Museum
- Access to the Immigration Museum at Ellis Island
- Gratuities
- Lockers for large items on Liberty Island (available for $0.25)
- Crown and Pedestal (base) access at the Statue of Liberty, entry not included
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Castle Clinton National MonumentNew York, NY 10004, USA
Meet your guide on the steps outside of Castle Clinton's North Entrance. Castle Clinton is inside Battery Park on the southern tip of Manhattan. Your guide will have your entry tickets. Just show up and tell the guide your name. They will be wearing an orange hat and/or a blue jacket/shirt.
End point
- Ellis Island, United States
Tour will end on Ellis Island. Guests can spend more time there if they wish or they can head back on the first ferry returning to Battery Park.
What To Expect
Your half-day outing to two of New York’s most iconic landmarks begins bright and early: Meet your guide in Battery Park and—after a security screening—hop aboard your ferry. This tour includes round-trip ferry tickets and entry, and guarantees your admission to this essential New York experience.
Then, set out on the New York Harbor, where you can capture photos of the skyline while your guide shares stories about the city’s history. Your first stop is Liberty Island, where you’ll get up close and personal with the Statue of Liberty and explore the companion museum.
Next, return to your ferry and transfer to the second major landmark: Ellis Island. Learn all about its immigration history from your guide, and have free time to tour the Ellis Island Immigration Museum at your own pace. The tour ends when you return by boat to Battery Park.
Flexible alternatives are also available. For a time-saving choice, embark on a 2-hour journey just to Liberty Island. And for the most budget-friendly option, see both islands accompanied by an audio guide.
Then, set out on the New York Harbor, where you can capture photos of the skyline while your guide shares stories about the city’s history. Your first stop is Liberty Island, where you’ll get up close and personal with the Statue of Liberty and explore the companion museum.
Next, return to your ferry and transfer to the second major landmark: Ellis Island. Learn all about its immigration history from your guide, and have free time to tour the Ellis Island Immigration Museum at your own pace. The tour ends when you return by boat to Battery Park.
Flexible alternatives are also available. For a time-saving choice, embark on a 2-hour journey just to Liberty Island. And for the most budget-friendly option, see both islands accompanied by an audio guide.
Battery Park
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Statue of Liberty
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Ellis Island
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Ellis Island Immigration Museum
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour. The tour departs promptly and if late, you will NOT be able to catch up and will miss the tour. There are no refunds for missing the tour.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately.
- Security screening will take place prior to entering the ferry. Visitors to the park are required to undergo airport-style security screening.
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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- 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 point for the OPEN: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options?
A:The meeting point for this tour is Castle Clinton National Monument, Battery Park, New York.
Dec 2021
Q:How much walking will we be doing on the OPEN: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options?
A:We’ll be on our feet for most of the tour. At both Liberty and Ellis islands, your guide will lead you on a walking tour. The ferry also has multiple levels with stairs and there are about 160 steps to reach the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty.
Dec 2021
Q:What can I bring with me on the OPEN: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options?
A:Food, backpacks, strollers, and large items must be checked into lockers before entering the Statue of Liberty. The locker fee isn’t included in the tour price. Also, plan for security screenings before entering the ferry and/or pedestal.
Dec 2021
Q:Will the visit to the Statue of Liberty pedestal and the museums on Ellis Island be guided?
A:The National Park Service doesn't allow any guides inside the Statue of Liberty pedestal, Statue of Liberty Museum, or Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration. You will have time to explore these on your own after an introduction from your guide.
Feb 2021
Q:What if it rains during my OPEN: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options?
A:Our tours run rain or shine, so please check the local forecast to plan. In rare cases when we have to cancel for extreme weather, we’ll offer you the chance to reschedule or give a full refund.
Dec 2021
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8,903 reviews
Nancy_C, Apr 2024
joseph our guide was great! he gave us some really interesting information about the statue of liberty and Ellis Island. I'm from New Jersey. I didn't even know that.
Josef_E, Apr 2024
All of it to be honest!
Our tour guide James was very knowledgeable, funny...certainly the best tour guide we've encountered in the US.
Lots of great stories and perfect immersion into NY's history.
Lori_G, Apr 2024
I have used Viator many times and had a wonderful tour. However, visiting NYC, my tour was a bust as we (2) got off the subway at the wrong stop.
Unfortunately, we made contact two ways on Web to tell guide we would be late but never received a response until the NEXT day.
Aideen_B, Apr 2024
Liam O Brien is a great tour guide with a real understanding and knowledge of the history surrounding the Statue of Liberty. Would definitely recommend
Janet_G, Apr 2024
This tour was informative and interesting. Our guide Joseph was great. He knew so much history and kept us engaged.
BrendaM_K, Apr 2024
James was a great tour guide. Loved his humor and very knowledgeable about the SOL and NYC. He kept the tour moving right along.
Tracie_S, Apr 2024
Tour guide was excellent! Funny, knowledgeable and energetic. Would recommend Jason and this tour. Was updated prior to the trip on changing conditions.
Troy_K, Apr 2024
Our guide was wonderful! She was knowledgeable and very pleasant. Everything was very smooth from start the finish!
Stacey_M, Apr 2024
Our guide Chris was FANTASTIC! The overall tour was good. I would just change the amount of people on the boat and the exiting/entering process. I felt like cattle. There were no smooth lines and overly crowded.
James_D, Apr 2024
Great experience Sean was very fun and very knowledgable !! Learned more about Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
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