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Ultimate Guide to Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island

STORY OF LIBERTY

The Statue of Liberty started as a romantic idea and became the most monumental gift in American history. Today, it stands as a singular symbol of hope and spirit

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ELLIS Island

The symbol of American immigration. Learn the Ellis Island Immigration Museum and research your family history

Plan Your Visit

Where to buy tickets

Learn where to buy tickets, how to skip the lines and other information

3—6 Hours

Should be carved out total for this trip

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Hours

  • First ferry from mainland3:30 P.M.
  • Last ferry from mainland 5:00 P.M.
  • Ferry from Liberty Island5:15 P.M.
  • Ferry from Ellis Island 6:30 P.M.
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Accessibility

The information center, Statue of Liberty Museum, America’s National Parks Bookstore and Evelyn Hills Cafeteria,

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Getting there

By ferry from New York or New Jersey

Can I access the arm and torch?

The torch to the Statue of Liberty has not been accessible to the public since July 30 1916

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$270,000

American people raised that was needed to complete the pedestal and the statue was erected in 1886.

How long is the entire cruise from departure to return?

The torch to the Statue of Liberty has not been accessible to the public since July 30 1916

Short with time?

Book our 1.5H Express Tour

What to Do

Statue of Liberty Museum

With its combination of breathtaking views and living history, the Statue of Liberty Museum stands as an inspiring and dynamic part of the Liberty Island experience

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National Museum of Immigration

With its combination of breathtaking views and living history, the Statue of Liberty Museum stands as an inspiring and dynamic part of the Liberty Island experience

360 view, including world trade center 2, the Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island, and the Verazanno Narrows bridge

Pedestal Access Tour

With its combination of breathtaking views and living history, the Statue of Liberty Museum stands as an inspiring and dynamic part of the Liberty Island experience

Castle Clinton in Battery Park

With its combination of breathtaking views and living history, the Statue of Liberty Museum stands as an inspiring and dynamic part of the Liberty Island experience

215 steps

The elevator goes up 6 stories to the pedestal level. During crowded times, most people will take the stairs -all 215 of them

Our Guides

The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island: Do’s and Don’ts

As two of the most popular attractions in New York City, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are probably on your must-see list for the city — and they should be — but how can you make the best of your visit to these landmarks?

The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island: Do’s and Don’ts

The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island: Do’s and Don’ts

The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island:

Do’s and Don’ts

Guided Tours

Our itineraries are designed to bring you authentic experiences of New York City. We travel by foot and subway just like New Yorkers with New Yorkers.

Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour

Special access ferry tickets and itinerary avoid the crowds

5.00 15,523 Reviews $29.00

Only use statue tours. Buy tickets early when planning kids will want to go high up. You will see lines and people selling other tickets just ask a statue tour person where to go. This is a all day event with a lot of walking. Food will be available kid friendly also. Keep in mind many stairs as elevator is limited.

Joseph D • Jul 13

Express Tour 1.5H

Special access ferry tickets and itinerary avoid the crowds

5.00 15,523 Reviews $29.00

Including Pedestal Access

Only use statue tours. Buy tickets early when planning kids will want to go high up. You will see lines and people selling other tickets just ask a statue tour person where to go. This is a all day event with a lot of walking. Food will be available kid friendly also. Keep in mind many stairs as elevator is limited.

Joseph D • Jul 13