No trip to New York would be complete without visiting and learning about one of the most well-known monuments in the world: the Statue of Liberty and the Immigration Museum at Ellis Island. This tour includes admission to the statue's pedestal.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Small group
- Limited to 15 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 4 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Spanish
Experience
Highlights
- Experience the Statue of Liberty and learn about its important history
- Visit Ellis Island and hear about the incredible history of immigration in the United States
- Understand how immigrants from all over the world preserved their strong cultural identity while adapting to life in a new country
- Climb the statue's pedestal for beautiful views of the New York skyline
- Gain access to the museum dedicated the history of the Statue of Liberty
Full description
Since 1886, the Statue of Liberty has welcomed millions to New York City and the United States. You will be able to get up close and personal to this international symbol and learn the history behind the statue and how it came to be on Liberty Island.
The tour includes: priority, reserved access to the islands; guaranteed entrance to the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty; a professional, licensed NYC tour guide who will guide you through both islands; and access to the Statue of Liberty Museum and the National Museum of Immigration on Ellis Island.
You will have the opportunity to ascend to the 6th-floor pedestal observation deck on Liberty Island for expansive views of New York Harbor and the iconic Manhattan skyline. On Ellis Island, you will learn about the journey of the millions of immigrants who passed through the island from 1892-1924, arriving in America, in search of a better life.
Due to site regulations, your guide might not be able to accompany you inside the museums and the pedestal. However, they will offer a complete explanation of what you will experience inside.
Includes
- Professional licensed guide
- Ferry tickets with priority entry into the screening facility
- Reserved access to the pedestal (only if pedestal is open on the day of your visit)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Souvenirs
- Gratuities
- Guided tour inside the pedestal and museums, an introduction will be given outside
- Access to the Statue of Liberty crown
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Date
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Meeting point
Meeting point varies depending on option booked.
Important information
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
Not allowed
- Pets
- Smoking
Know before you go
- Due to COVID-19 measures, the pedestal can currently not be accessed
- This tour includes a live tour guide
- Cancellation must be at least 72 hours prior to the activity
