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Battery Park Underpass, New York · Museums

New York Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Walking Tour

9.0
Exceptional
6,407 reviews

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 Island and Ellis Island.

The Express option offers a guide for Liberty Island only with access with Liberty Island Museum.

Avoid ticketing hassles: round-tip ferry tickets and museum admission(s) are included.

Inclusions
Package: 2-hour Statue of Liberty Express Tour

What’s included

  • Admission to: Liberty Island Museum

  • English-speaking guide

  • Round-trip ferry ticket to Liberty Island and back to Manhattan

  • 2-hour guided tour

Not included

  • Admission to Crown and Pedestal (Base) access at the Statue of Liberty and Immigration Museum at Ellis Island

  • Meals and beverages

  • Other personal expenses

  • Tips and gratuities

Package: Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour with Reserve Line Access

What’s included

  • Admission to: Liberty Island and Ellis Island grounds, museum at Ellis Island, and new museum at the Statue of Liberty

  • English-speaking guide

  • Early reserve line access for ferry tickets

Not included

  • Admission to Crown at Statue of Liberty

  • Meals and beverages

  • Tips and gratuities

Overview
Duration: Up to 5 hours
Digital voucher accepted
From R 1 061 /person
Includes taxes & fees
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Things to know

Package: 2-hour Statue of Liberty Express Tour

Voucher type

  • Present your mobile voucher

Redemption information

  • Check-in with your guide outside of the north entrance of Castle Clinton in Battery Park
Package: Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour with Reserve Line Access

Voucher type

  • Present your mobile voucher

Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.

  • Up to 24 hours before your chosen date - 100%
Package: 2-hour Statue of Liberty Express Tour

Cancelation policy

  • In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund
Package: Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour with Reserve Line Access

Cancelation policy

  • In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund

  • You’ll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity starts

5hr Duration

Please select a tour date

Join in group

Package: 2-hour Statue of Liberty Express Tour

Eligibility

  • Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
  • Free for children aged 0-3
  • Children aged 0-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult
  • Children aged 13+ will be charged the same rate as adults

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
Package: Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour with Reserve Line Access

Eligibility

  • Children aged 0-3 must be accompanied by a paying adult
  • Free for children aged 0-3

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
  • Don’t miss the powerful symbol of freedom, the Statue of Liberty, and the historic Ellis Island
  • Learn about the history of Lady Liberty at the brand new Statue of Liberty Museum
  • Be amazed at the entertaining guide who will make the trip memorable and stress free
  • The tour includes a reserve line access to the Statue of Liberty ferry
Package: 2-hour Statue of Liberty Express Tour
  • [Departure] 10:00, meet up at Outside the front entrance of Castle Clinton. Look for the guide outside the front entrance of Castle Clinton.Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time Latecomers or no-shows can’t be refunded
  • [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Castle Clinton National Monument
  • [Transportation] By ferry
  • [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Liberty Island, Statue of Liberty, Explore Liberty Island and see the Statue of Liberty up-close
  • [Attraction/experience] Self-guided, Statue of Liberty, The National Park Service doesn’t allow any guiding inside the Statue of Liberty Museum. Your guide will give you a thorough introduction to the museum so you can explore it on your own
  • [Return] 13:00, at Liberty Island, If there’s room in your schedule, you can also make a stop on your own at Ellis Island before returning to Battery Park (Return ferry ticket included)
  • Day {num}

Additional information

  • This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. Please make sure you are fit enough to participate

  • Please note that this option does not include a tour of Ellis Island or entry to the Immigration Museum at Ellis Island.

  • During most of the tour, expect to be standing, with some stairs involved. The ferry ride has limited seating, and upon reaching Liberty Island, your guide will lead a walking tour to highlight various sights

  • The guided segment of the tour lasts approximately 2 hours. After the tour concludes at Liberty Island, you’re free to stay as long as you wish before returning to Battery Park. The total duration is typically around 3 hours, but if you intend to explore Ellis Island independently, please allocate an additional hour

  • Your ferry ticket includes access to both islands, although for afternoon tours, there may not be enough time to visit Ellis Island. What to bring

  • Persons and property are subject to search. Prohibited items include weapons, locking blades, tools, non-folding umbrellas, tripods, laptops, tablet keyboards, coolers, luggage, drones, sewing kits, lighter fluid, and anything propelled by aerosol. What to wear

  • Walking shoes

  • Please dress accordingly depending on the day’s weather conditions Accessibility

  • This activity is stroller and wheelchair-accessible

Package: Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour with Reserve Line Access
  • [Departure] meet up at Castle Clinton in Battery Park. You can choose to depart at the following times: 08:30, 09:30. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking, Look for the guide at the steps outside the North Entrance.Latecomers or no-shows can’t be refunded Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time
  • [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Castle Clinton National Monument
  • [Transportation] By ferry
  • [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Liberty Island, Statue of Liberty, Explore Liberty Island and see the Statue of Liberty up-close
  • [Attraction/experience] Self-guided, Statue of Liberty
  • [Transportation] By ferry
  • [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Ellis Island, Your tour will end here allowing you as much time as you like to explore the island
  • [Attraction/experience] Self-guided, Ellis Island National Museum Of Immigration
  • [Transportation] By ferry
  • [Return] at Battery Park, You can choose to return at the following times: 13:30, 14:30. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary. You will return to Battery Park on your own
  • Day {num}

Additional information

  • This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. Please make sure you are fit enough to participate

  • Security screenings will take place prior to entering the ferry and pedestal at the statue. The Statue of Liberty is managed by the United States Park Police and visitors to the park are required to undergo airport-style security screenings. All persons and property are subject to search

  • Backpacks, strollers, large items, & food and beverages must be checked into lockers on Liberty Island prior to entering the statue pedestal. These lockers are available for USD0.25 per locker. This fee is not included in the tour price

  • The tour is operated by ExperienceFirst

  • For urgent concerns, please contact 646-801-8692 (08:00-17:00, daily) or send email to info@newyorktour1.com

  • The National Park Service does not allow any guiding inside the Statue of Liberty Museum or the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration. Participants will have time to explore these landmarks on their own during the visit after an introduction from the guide What to bring

  • Sunscreen What to wear

  • Light and comfortable clothing (preferrably dri-fit material)

  • Walking shoes Accessibility

  • This activity is stroller and wheelchair-accessible

Meet with guide

Package: Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour with Reserve Line Access

Meet-up information

  • Arrive at the meet-up location 15 minutes before the scheduled activity time

Castle Clinton National Monument (located in Battery Park)

08:15

09:15

12:15
  • Address: Battery Park, New York, NY 10004

  • Please refer to the map for assistance

  • Your guide will carry orange flags or orange paddles with “New York Tour 1” logo on them

  • Meet your guide by the steps outside of Castle Clinton’s North Entrance (the far side from the water).

How to get there

  • By subway: Please take subway line 4 or 5 to Bowling Green Subway Station, walk for around 2 minutes

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