About This Activity
Free cancellation
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Duration 5 hours
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Wheelchair and Stroller Accessible
Starting at $65
Ticket Highlights:
- Begin your adventure at the historic Castle Clinton in Battery Park, where your friendly guide awaits to take you on a journey.
- As you cruise across New York Harbor on the ferry, enjoy and click pictures of the stunning views of NYC’s skyline from the middle of the water.
- Explore Liberty and Ellis Island one after the other with any of the three flexible tour options based on your time restrictions.
- Listen to inside stories about the attractions and learn more about the history of the Statue of Liberty while seeing it up close.
- Say goodbye to the hassle of booking multiple tickets for different activities and enjoy one ticket, including ferry ride, admissions and guided tour.
What’s Included:
- Round-trip ferry access to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
- Access to the new Liberty Island Museum and Immigration Museum at Ellis Island
- An Expert English speaking live tour guide
- Two flexible tour options
❌ Exclusion
- Crown and Pedestal Access
- Inside the Statue of Liberty
- Lockers for large items on Liberty Island (available at an extra cost of $0.25)
- Food and Drinks
Tour Price:
The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island guided tour ticket for an express 2-hour tour costs $69 for adults aged 13+ years and $65 for children under 12 years of age.
Similarly, the comprehensive 4-hour tour costs $79 for adults aged 13+ years and $75 for children under 12 years of age.
Check out the table below for a glance at the ticket prices:
| Tour Options | Adult ticket ( 13+ yrs) | Child ticket ( Under 12 yrs) |
|---|---|---|
| Express 2-hour tour | $69 | $65 |
| Comprehensive 4-hour tour | $79 | $75 |
Meeting Points
You will meet your guide outside the north entrance of the Castle Clinton National Monument at Battery Park, on the southern tip of Manhattan.
Your guide will be readily identifiable with their orange hat and/or blue jacket/shirt and will have your entry tickets ready. Just show up, inform the guide of your name, and show your ID.
The tour will conclude at Ellis Island, United States. From there, visitors can explore the island further or return on the first ferry departing for Battery Park.
Address: Castle Clinton National Monument, Battery Park, New York, NY 10004, USA
More Information About the Ticket
- You’ll receive confirmation at the time of booking.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts to start the security screening process. Late arrivals may miss the tour without refunds.
- These guided tour tickets are wheelchair and stroller accessible.
- Try to book and arrive in the earliest morning hours, as they have shorter wait times and fewer crowds. Later tours may encounter longer wait times.
- Service animals are allowed during the tour.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions, so dress appropriately.
- Make sure not to bring unnecessary objects; there will be an airport-style security screening before entering the ferry.
- Photography is allowed on the ferry, but tripods and monopods are prohibited.
- This Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour is limited to a maximum of 25 travelers.
FAQs
1. Where is Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty?
Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty are located in New York Harbor and can only be reached by ferry.
2. Are there tour guides for the Statue of Liberty?
Yes, there are tour guides available for the Statue of Liberty. The guides on-site might overcharge you.
So, make sure to book a guided tour of Liberty and Ellis Island online in advance.
3. Can you do Ellis Island and Statue of Liberty in one day?
Yes, you can flexibly explore the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island daily.
Just make sure to start the tour at least before 1 pm to get enough time to visit each and every attraction on both islands.
4. Where can you book tickets to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island?
You can book your tickets for the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island guided tours online through the website. To book them, simply:
Visit the ticket page and select your preferred date, time, number of tickets and type of tour. Complete a secure payment and receive your tickets by email.
5. What if it rains during the Statue of Liberty u0026amp; Ellis Island Guided Tour?
The tours run rain or shine, so please check the local forecast before planning.
In rare cases of extreme weather, you will be provided a reschedule or cancel option with a full refund.
6. How long does visiting Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty take?
The guided tour provided three tour options: a half-hour, two-hour, and four-hour time slot.
If you are on a self-guided tour, you must take at least 3-5 hours to explore both islands, including the wait times for the ferry.
7. Will the visit to the Statue of Liberty pedestal and Ellis Island museums be guided?
No, guides are not allowed inside the Statue of Liberty pedestal, the Statue of Liberty Museum, or the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration.
The guide will be with you for the rest of the tour.
8. What can I bring with me on the Statue of Liberty u0026amp; Ellis Island guided tour?
You can bring your backpack with the necessary items and a water bottle.
Other items, such as packed food, large bags, sharp objects, etc., are prohibited on the ferry. You need to check them in the lockers before entering.
Also, locker fees are not included in the tour price.
9. What is the best way to visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island?
One of the best ways to visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island is by booking the popular guided tour tickets.
These tickets include everything at a cheaper rate, including ferry rides, admission to attractions and a tour guide for insights and informed visits.
10. Is the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island worth visiting?
Absolutely! Visiting Liberty and Ellis Island is worth it.
There, visitors can enjoy the stunning views of the New York City skyline, a visit to historic attractions and their insights.
11. Can I cancel my Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island tickets?
Yes, you can cancel your Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour tickets up to 24 hours in advance of the scheduled tour start time.
To do so, simply contact the ticket provider before the specified deadline and receive a full refund.
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