Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour with Ferry Entry
Overview
What makes this Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island tour unique? Your journey starts at the charming SeaGlass Carousel in Battery Park, where your guide provides a fascinating historical introduction to New York’s port area before you board the official Statue City Cruises ferry, the only operator authorized to dock at both islands. Unlike generic audio guides, this experience offers a live, passionate guide who reveals hidden symbols of Lady Liberty and shares emotional immigrant stories at Ellis Island. You also get two ferry rides included, plus full entry to the Immigration Museum and the Museum of the Statue of Liberty. Perfect for history lovers, families, and anyone seeking an authentic, inspiring New York adventure.
Book your guided tour with ferry entry today and walk in the footsteps of history.
What's Included
- Entrance fee
- Public transportation
- Professional Licensed English, Italian & Thai Speaking Guide
- Snacks
- Tips
Meeting Location
Water St &
State Street, New York, NY 10004, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Statue of Liberty
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Ellis Island
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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Activity code: C-5577762P2
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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).
- 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.
- Entrance fee.
- Public transportation.
- Professional Licensed English, Italian & Thai Speaking Guide.
- Snacks.
- Tips.
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 2025The minimum age to participate is 4. 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 Entry is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- 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 Entry 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
- Entrance fee
- Public transportation
- Professional Licensed English, Italian & Thai Speaking Guide
- Snacks
- Tips
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
