Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour with Ferry
Overview
The Statue of Liberty is a verifiable American icon and a must-do on anyone's New York bucket list. This flexible tour offers two convenient options for visiting Lady Liberty with expert insights so you can choose whichever best fits your travel plans and preferences. If you're short on time, the two-hour Statue of Liberty Express Tour option offers an introduction to the legendary lady from an expert guide in Battery Park followed by a ferry ride and guided tour of Liberty Island. Choose the four-hour option for a more in-depth visit with your guide including the Statue of Liberty Museum and Ellis Island.
What's Included
- Access to Immigration Museum at Ellis Island (4-hour option only)
- Pre-reserved ticket to Statue of Liberty Island (exterior access)
- Statue of Liberty Museum
- Battery Park
- Castle Clinton National Monument
- Pre-reserved ticket to Ellis Island (4-hour option only)
- Official audio guide on Ellis Island (4-hour option only)
- Local English-speaking guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
- Statue of Liberty Crown and Pedestal
Meeting Location
1 Bowling Green
New York, NY 10004, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Battery Park
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Castle Clinton National Monument
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Liberty Island
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Statue of Liberty
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Ellis Island Immigration Museum
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Battery Park
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- The tour is in English.
- Only the earliest booking time has access to the first ferry.
- This tour does not include access to the Statue of Liberty's Crown and Pedestal
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
- Please note that pre-reserved ticket to Ellis Island & Ellis Island museum is included in 4-hour option only.
- Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour with Ferry?
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool NYC customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- 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 (EST).
- Access to Immigration Museum at Ellis Island (4-hour option only).
- Pre-reserved ticket to Statue of Liberty Island (exterior access).
- Statue of Liberty Museum.
- Battery Park.
- Castle Clinton National Monument.
- Pre-reserved ticket to Ellis Island (4-hour option only).
- Official audio guide on Ellis Island (4-hour option only).
- Local English-speaking guide.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off.
- Statue of Liberty Crown and Pedestal.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour with Ferry is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour with Ferry will be included in your confirmation email from Cool NYC. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Access to Immigration Museum at Ellis Island (4-hour option only)
- Pre-reserved ticket to Statue of Liberty Island (exterior access)
- Statue of Liberty Museum
- Battery Park
- Castle Clinton National Monument
- Pre-reserved ticket to Ellis Island (4-hour option only)
- Official audio guide on Ellis Island (4-hour option only)
- Local English-speaking guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
- Statue of Liberty Crown and Pedestal
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- The tour is in English.
- Only the earliest booking time has access to the first ferry.
- This tour does not include access to the Statue of Liberty's Crown and Pedestal
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
- Please note that pre-reserved ticket to Ellis Island & Ellis Island museum is included in 4-hour option only.
- Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
