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New York Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour
Your half-day adventure to two of New York’s most iconic landmarks starts early in Battery Park. After a security screening, hop aboard a ferry with your guide—round-trip tickets and entry included—ensuring you won’t miss this essential New York experience. As you cruise the harbor, enjoy skyline views while hearing stories of the city’s past. First stop: Liberty Island, where you’ll come face to face with the Statue of Liberty and explore the museum dedicated to her history. Next, re-board the ferry and sail on to Ellis Island. Learn about its pivotal role in American immigration, then enjoy some free time to immerse yourself in the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Your tour concludes with the return trip to Battery Park. Short on time? Consider the 2-hour option focused solely on Liberty Island.
About this activity in Battery Park City
Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
no refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Other Policy
Your half-day adventure to two of new york’s most iconic landmarks starts early in battery park. after a security screening, hop aboard a ferry with your guide—round-trip tickets and entry included—ensuring you won’t miss this essential new york experience, as you cruise the harbor, enjoy skyline views while hearing stories of the city’s past. first stop: liberty island, where you’ll come face to face with the statue of liberty and explore the museum dedicated to her history, next, re-board the ferry and sail on to ellis island. learn about its pivotal role in american immigration, then enjoy some free time to immerse yourself in the ellis island immigration museum. your tour concludes with the return trip to battery park, short on time? consider the 2-hour option focused solely on liberty island.
Includes
- Immigration museum access
- expert nyc storyteller
- skyline views
- reserved ferry access - significantly reducing your wait time
- statue of liberty museum
- comprehensive tour only - ellis island national museum of immigration, audio guide included
Excludes
- While your guide provides essential history outside, museums are self-guided to comply with rules.
- gratuities
- pedestal & crown access
- statue of liberty museum & ellis island national museum are not guided as tour guides not permitted
Other
- Children 3 and under free with paid adult ticket.
- please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour. the tour departs promptly and if late, you will not be able to catch up and will miss the tour. there are no refunds for missing the tour.
- photographs are permitted, but tripods and monopods are prohibited.
- guides are wearing orange hats and/or blue shirts or jackets.
- infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- your ferry ticket includes access to both islands, although for afternoon tours, there may not be enough time to visit ellis island.
- suitable for all physical fitness levels
- please note the earliest time tour will have the least wait. later tours will encounter longer wait times.
- food available for purchase on the ferry, at the statue of liberty, and on ellis island
- security screening will take place prior to entering the ferry. visitors to the park are required to undergo airport-style security screening.
- operates in all weather conditions. please dress appropriately.
- public transportation options are available nearby
- wheelchair accessible
- service animals allowed
- pedestal and crown access are not included in your tour. guided tours are not allowed in the pedestal or crown at the statue of liberty
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Visitors consistently mention the excellent service, knowledgeable guides, and memorable experiences. The tour holds an impressive average review score of 10.0 out of 10.0 based on 13858 verified traveler reviews, reflecting its strong reputation among guests.
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the New York Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour are as follows: A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
no refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time. Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the activity description.
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