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New York Private Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour

Starting From From $139.44 per person Current Project Expedition rate
5 Hours 4.29 / 5 0 reviews Easy activity level Private Single Day Tour Operated by ExperienceFirst - New York
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The Experience

What your day looks like

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! 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 are included!

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Learn about the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island from an expert New Yorker..
  • Visit the Statue of Liberty Museum to learn how this French sculpture became the icon it is today..
  • Discover America’s rich cultural history at the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration
  • Avoid the crowds with your early reserveline tickets to access the ferry to Liberty Island..
  • Explore Ellis Island points out monuments such as the American Immigrant Wall of Honor..
  • Marvel panoramas of New York’s skyline with your included roundtrip ferry tickets.
  • Get insider tips for the rest of your day here in New York City..
Detailed Itinerary

The journey, in full

Castle Clinton: The former American immigration station in Battery Park, where you’ll meet your private tour guide Statue of Liberty: Including access to the Statue of Liberty Museum Ellis Island: With a guided tour of the island, including the American Immigrant Wall of Honor Ellis Island Immigration Museum: Cultural exhibits about the immigrants who passed through here on their journey to America

Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

New York City

Boating at Ellis Island.

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New York City

Sightseeing at Statue Of Liberty.

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New York City

Local Flavor at Statue of Liberty Museum.

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New York City

Sightseeing at Castle Clinton National Monument.

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New York City

Sightseeing.

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New York City

Sightseeing at The Battery Park (Manhattan).

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

Round trip ferry ticket for the 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

Meeting & Pickup

Castle Clinton

Languages Offered

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Planning Notes

Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic

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