Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour
Duration: 3.5 hours
Overview
Explore two NYC icons with a guide, learning history, photo tips, and including ferry tickets.
Included
- Round trip ferry ticket for Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
- Access to the new Liberty Island Museum
- Access to the Immigration Museum at Ellis Island
- Expert English speaking guide
Excluded
- 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
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. The ferry also has multiple levels with stairs. If mobility is an issue, please arrange for a private tour.
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
Hear the stories of immigrants who passed through Ellis Island. 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 for you and ride with you to Liberty Island and afterward to Ellis Island for a tour of the landmarks around the island, such as the wall of honor. Afterward, 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.
Looking for more tips about what to do with the rest of your time in NYC or want a photo to commemorate the moment? Ask your guide. They’re happy to help.