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Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

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Overview

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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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
  • Gratuities
  • Lockers for large items on Liberty Island (available for $0.25)
  • Crown and Pedestal (base) access at the Statue of Liberty, entry not included
  • Statue of Liberty Museum & Ellis Island National Museum are not guided as tour guides not permitted
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What To Expect

Castle Clinton National Monument

This sandstone fort is our meeting point, but it’s also a national monument.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Statue of Liberty

Tour Liberty Island with your guide. See the statue up-close and visit the Statue of Liberty Museum. This is also a great opportunity for photos of the NYC skyline.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • The guided portion of the tour is approximately either 0.5, 2 or 4 hours.
  • Food available for purchase on the ferry, at the Statue of Liberty, and on Ellis Island
  • Operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Is this an accessible Tour?

A: Accessibility information for the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options is as follows:Wheelchair accessibleService animals allowedSuitable for all physical fitness levelsPlease 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.Please note the earliest time tour will have the least wait. Later tours will encounter longer wait times.The guided portion of the tour is approximately either 0.5, 2 or 4 hours. Food available for purchase on the ferry, at the Statue of Liberty, and on Ellis IslandOperates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately.Security screening will take place prior to entering the ferry. Visitors to the park are required to undergo airport-style security screening.Photographs are permitted, but tripods and monopods are prohibited.Children 3 and under free with paid adult ticket.Guides are wearing orange hats AND/OR blue shirts or jackets.Pedestal and crown access are not included in your tour. Guided tours are not allowed in the pedestal or crown at the Statue of LibertyApr 2025

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Cancellation Policy

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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