Immerse yourself in New York City history with this half-day visit to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. Enjoy priority boarding on the Liberty Island ferry and visit the iconic Statue of Liberty with a local guide, including the Statue of Liberty Museum. Continue by ferry to Ellis Island to learn more about New York's immigration history.
Ferry trip to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty
Head ashore on Ellis Island to learn about the nation’s immigration history
What To Expect
Ellis Island Immigration Museum
Explore Ellis Island’s role in immigration history.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
Ellis Island
Main immigration processing center for the US from 1892-1924
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Battery Park
Historic Battery Park
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Castle Clinton National Monument
Former fort with a colorful history
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Statue of Liberty
The famous Statue of Liberty, symbol of hope and freedom
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
The guided portion of the tour is 3.5-4 hours (subject to ferry schedule). However, to fully experience Ellis Island, it is recommended that you spend an additional hour on the island afterward
Not wheelchair accessible
Food and drink is available for purchase on the Statue Ferry, Liberty Island, and Ellis Island
Involves a moderate amount of walking
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Near public transportation
If canceled because of dangerous weather, you will be given the option of an alternative tour date or full refund
Photography is allowed on the tour; monopods and tripods are not
No weapons of any kind (e.g. pocket knives, pepper spray, Swiss Army knives, etc.) are allowed at the Statue of Liberty. Please leave these items at home
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the tour’s designated start time. The tour departs promptly and no refunds will be given for guests who miss the tour due to being late
Once the tour begins, if you make the decision to not follow the guide or their instructions, we cannot guarantee we can reunite you with the group.
This tour is not wheelchair accessible
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age.
DUE TO THE NATURE OF THE TOUR IF YOU ARE LATE WE WILL MOST LIKELY NOT BE ABLE TO CATCH YOU UP WITH THE GROUP.
Most travelers can participate
Your ferry ticket is NOT included with the price of the tour. You will be sent instructions on how to do this.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Include
Expertise of a knowledgeable guide
Small group tour
Guided Tour of Battery Park
Guided Tour of Liberty Island
Guided Tour of Ellis Island Grounds
Ability to choose access to Statue of Liberty Pedestal
Exclude
Gratuities
Statue Cruises Ferry Ticket YOU MUST PURCHASE YOUR OWN TICKET!!