Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour: All Options

Hear the stories of immigrants who passed through Ellis Island and learn about the creation and symbolism of the Statue of Liberty. On this guided tour, your expert New Yorker will get your reserve-

Hear the stories of immigrants who passed through Ellis Island and learn about the creation and symbolism of the Statue of Liberty. On this guided tour, your expert New Yorker will get your reserve-line ferry tickets and ride with you to Liberty Island and afterward, if you select our Comprehensive Tour, to Ellis Island for a tour of the landmarks around the island, such as the wall of honour. Once the tour ends, the exploration doesn't stop there as you can continue inside the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration to explore its multiple floors at your own pace. An audio guide is included to help. You’ll also have time to visit the Statue of Liberty Museum as your guide prepares you for what you’ll see inside. Our Liberty Express option offers a 2 hour guided tour across the water, and on Liberty Island, where you'll learn all about the Statue of Liberty and our expert guide will also give you facts and tips if you wanted to visit the museum on your own after the tour.

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Location: New York City

What's Included

History of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island from an expert New Yorker
Comprehensive Tour only - Guided tour of Ellis Island including the American Immigrant Wall of Honor
Guided tour of Liberty Island
Roundtrip reserve-line ferry tickets with stunning views of the NYC skyline
Visit the Statue of Liberty Museum - learn how this sculpture became such an icon - self-guided
Comprehensive Tour only - Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, audio guide included

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Is there a minimum age for kids to join this tour?

A: There's no strict minimum age, but I'd recommend this for kids 8 and up. The tour has a lot of history, and younger kids might get restless. Plus, the ferry ride and museum are really engaging for that age group! Just keep an eye on them at Liberty Island since it can get crowded.

Q: Can you reschedule if something comes up after booking?

A: Yes! You can reschedule your tour date with 24 hours notice. Just make sure to check the provider's policy for specifics. It's super flexible which is great if plans change last minute.

Q: What's the best time of year for this tour in terms of weather?

A: Spring and early fall are the best! You get comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds. Summer can be super hot and packed, and winter can be chilly and windy, especially on the ferry. I went in October, and it was perfect!

Discussions

Thinking about the Statue of Liberty tour for my parents—worth it?

I'm considering this tour as a gift for my folks. They’ve always wanted to see the Statue of Liberty, and the Ellis Island part sounds really interesting too. I’m curious about the guided narrative—do you think they’d enjoy the stories? Also, how tiring is it? They're in their mid-60s.

Did anyone do the Comprehensive Tour? Details, please!

I just booked the Comprehensive Tour for my friends visiting NYC next month! I’m excited, but I want to know more about what to expect. How much time do you really get at the museums? And is the audio guide helpful? Any tips would be great!