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Skip the stress of planning and experience the Statue of Liberty the easy way. With pre-purchased ferry tickets included, you'll head straight to Liberty Island with a licensed NYC guide who will bring the story of Lady Liberty to life.
After the guided tour, enjoy free time to explore the Statue of Liberty Museum before continuing to Ellis Island at your own pace—all in one seamless experience.
Meet your guide in Battery Park and bypass the hassle of buying ferry tickets. Board the ferry together and enjoy stunning views of the New York skyline as you cruise across the harbor. Once on Liberty Island, discover the history, symbolism, and fascinating stories behind one of the world's most famous landmarks.
Then explore the Statue of Liberty Museum before visiting Ellis Island independently, where you can uncover the stories of millions of immigrants who entered America through its historic halls. Return to Manhattan whenever you're ready using your included ferry ticket.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your tour guide in front of Starbucks Coffee located on the corner of Pearl Street and State Street.
Guided portion of this tour ends at Statue of Liberty Museum at Liberty Island. You will have an option to discover the museum on your own, visit Ellis Island, and 9/11 Museum with One World Observatory depending on the option you have selected.
Itinerary
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1Castle Clinton National Monument
Walk through Battery Park past the historic Castle Clinton, a 19th-century fortification that once defended New York Harbor and later served as the city's main immigration processing station before Ellis Island. A great first taste of the history that defines Lower Manhattan.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Statue of Liberty
Board your reserved ferry at Whitehall Terminal and cruise across New York Harbor. Your guide provides live narration as the Manhattan skyline fades behind you and the Statue of Liberty comes into full view ahead.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3Liberty Island
Step onto Liberty Island and explore the grounds with your expert licensed NYC guide. Discover the fascinating story behind one of the world's most recognizable monuments—its design, symbolism, and lasting significance to generations of Americans and visitors alike. At the end of the guided tour, you're free to return to Manhattan with your guide or continue exploring on your own. Visit the Statue of Liberty Museum, then take the ferry to Ellis Island with included tickets to explore the National Museum of Immigration at your own pace before returning to Manhattan whenever you're ready.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Statue of Liberty Museum
If you choose to continue exploring after your guided tour, your next stop is the Statue of Liberty Museum. Explore at your own pace, come face to face with the original torch, and discover interactive exhibits that tell the remarkable story of Lady Liberty. Once you're ready, hop aboard the ferry to Ellis Island to continue your adventure.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Ellis Island
Hop the ferry to Ellis Island, the gateway through which over 12 million immigrants passed in search of a better life. Walk the same halls they walked and explore one of America's most powerful and personal museums.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Ellis Island Immigration Museum
Step into the place where generations of newcomers began their journey to America. Explore Ellis Island at your own pace, visit the fascinating National Museum of Immigration, browse the exhibits, trace your family's roots, or simply relax with a meal or snack at the island's café before returning to Manhattan.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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