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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour
The global award-winning tour of New York’s two most iconic landmarks
- Price
- Duration
- 5 hours (3.5 hours guided)
Includes:
- Round-trip, timed-entry ferry tickets
- Guided tour of Liberty Island
- Access to the Statue of Liberty Museum
- Guided tour of Ellis Island
- Audio guide for the museum of immigration
- Special perks for your NYC trips
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Statue of Liberty Express Tour
The quickest and easiest way to experience the statue
- Price
- Duration
- 3 hours (2 hours guided)
Includes:
- Round-trip, timed-entry ferry tickets
- Guided tour of Liberty Island
- Access to the Statue of Liberty Museum
Private Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour
A private tour of New York’s two most iconic landmarks
- Price
- Duration
- 5 hours (3.5 hours guided)
Includes:
- A private guided tour of Liberty Island
- Round-trip, timed-entry ferry tickets
- Access to the Statue of Liberty Museum
- Private guided tour of Ellis Island
- Audio guide for the museum of immigration
- Special perks for your NYC trips
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Lady Liberty's Story
The Statue of Liberty began as a romantic idea and became the symbol of America and of freedom. Read on to learn about the unusual history and secrets of this famous monument.
14 weird statue facts
Ellis Island
A short ferry ride from the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island is home to the National Museum of Immigration, the perfect complement to your tour of Liberty Island.
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Where to buy tickets
Learn where to buy tickets for the ferry, pedestal, and crown, how to skip the lines, and more tips for your visit.
Get ticket info2.5 hours
Average time visiting the Statue of Liberty.
Ferry Schedule
- First ferry from Battery Park
- 9:00am
- Last ferry from Battery Park
- 3:30pm
Things to do
Statue of Liberty Museum
See exhibits about the statue's history, meaning, and creation, including flames from the original torch.
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Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration
The museum includes three floors of interactive exhibits, restored rooms showing where immigrants were housed and processed, and passenger records that let you trace your ancestors.
Pedestal vs. crown
The pedestal is 154 feet high while the crown is 246 high. Both require advance tickets that sell out quickly.
Compare the viewsNew York City Skyline
From Liberty Island, you can admire the NYC skyline filled with skyscrapers and landmarks like the One World Trade Center.
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Immigrant Wall of Honor on Ellis Island
The American Immigrant Wall of Honor on Ellis Island honors the millions of people who immigrated to America, both before and after the creation of Ellis Island's immigration station. Here's everything you need to know for your visit.
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