Private Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour
Duration: 5 hours
Overview
Join us on this global award-winning tour of two NYC icons. Your guide will share insights into immigrant life, what to see in the museums, how to get the best pics, and more. Ferry tickets included!
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Round trip ferry ticket for Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
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Access to the new Liberty Island Museum
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Access to the Immigration Museum at Ellis Island
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Expert English speaking guide
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Excluded
Gratuities
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Lockers for large items on Liberty Island (available for $0.25)
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Crown and Pedestal (base) access at the Statue of Liberty, entry not included
Important information
How much walking is there?
We’ll be on our feet for most of the tour. At both Liberty and Ellis islands, your guide will lead you on a walking tour of the grounds to point out the different sights - this can be modified if a private tour is booked.
Is this tour accessible?
This tour is accessible for strollers and wheelchairs.
What can we bring?
Persons and property are subject to search. Prohibited items include weapons, locking blades, tools, non-folding umbrellas, tripods, laptops, tablet keyboards, coolers, luggage, drones, sewing kits, lighter fluid, and anything propelled by aerosol.
Are the museums on Liberty and Ellis islands included?
The National Park Service does not allow any guiding inside the Statue of Liberty Museum or the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration. You will have time to explore these landmarks on your own during your visit after an introduction from your guide.
What is the rescheduling policy?
We understand plans change. You can always change your tour 24 hours or more before you tour. We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours prior to your tour start time. Within 24 hours of your tour, we would have incurred hard costs and therefore cannot allow rescheduling or cancellation without costs.
What if it rains?
Our tours run rain or shine, so please check the local forecast to plan. In rare cases when we have to cancel for extreme weather, we’ll offer you the chance to reschedule or give a full refund.
What about gratuities?
Tips are always appreciated but never expected. They’re a great way to tell your guide they did an awesome job and show your appreciation.
Highlights
More information
This globally award-winning tour features an all-inclusive visit to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Our reserved-time ferry tickets and itinerary help you avoid the crowds while making sure you don’t miss anything at these two incredible landmarks.
After meeting your guide at Castle Clinton, you’ll ride the ferry to Liberty Island, taking advantage of your early reserve line access to board. On the ride over, your guide will share about the statue and its surprising history.
At Liberty Island, your guide will show you the grounds and tell you more about what you’ll see here. You can visit the Statue of Liberty Museum, featuring exhibits about the monument and the original torch.
Hop back on the ferry and cruise over to Ellis Island to learn about the millions of immigrants who passed through here between 1892 and 1954. Your guide will point out significant monuments on the grounds, including the American Immigrant Wall of Honor. You’ll also get a preview of the Ellis Island National Immigration Museum so you know what to expect as you tour it on your own. Spend as long as you want on Ellis Island before returning by ferry to Battery Park.
Come see why this tour is ranked the best Statue of Liberty tour by Tripadvisor travelers!