Secrets of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Access to the grounds of Liberty Island and Ellis Island
- Round trip ferry tickets to Liberty Island and Ellis Island
- Guided tour of Liberty Island
- Professional guide
- Expert Local guide
- Access to Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration
- Gratuities
- Crown and Pedestal access at the Statue of Liberty, entry not included
Itinerary
For more than 200 years, The Battery has been an invaluable part of New York City’s history. Decades before Ellis Island was built or the Statue of Liberty gazed down at incoming boats, millions of newcomers arrived at The Battery from Europe and elsewhere.
[Pedestal visit is not included] Its most notable feature is the Statue of Liberty, a large statue by Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi that was dedicated in 1886.
Ellis Island was the busiest immigrant inspection and processing station in the United States. After welcoming more than 12 million immigrants to our shores, Ellis Island is now a poetic symbol of the American Dream.
Meeting point
Start Location
New York County, Castle Clinton National Monument, New York, US
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Traveler reviews
Excellent Tour with Joseph A*
This tour was the highlight of our NYC trip. Joseph was so insightful, knowledgeable and entertaining. What a genuinely lovely man. Information in advance was all clear so meeting was easy and smooth, he gave great history and tips getting us to the best spots on the boat and island first. Nothing was too much bother. We learnt so much we didn't know and all with a bit of fun too. You should definitely book. We're from UK.
Perfect balance…
Liam struck the perfect balance of walking, storytelling, photo-pop placement, and free time to explore. Funny, friendly, he connected with each group within the group. Highly recommend him.
Do not trust
Booked a tour for Statue of Liberty and received email saying tour was canceled for unforeseen reasons (72 hours before tour). Completely understandable, but then they provided two other dates for two weeks in the future as if they assume we live there. Even worse, when I tried to call, email, and text as they say to, no answers from any line…only straight to voicemail. Still no refund or response and still no tour. Be aware of the scam for some of these tours.
Great to feel the history along with see everything with an EXCELLENT tour guide in Charlie!! 👏🏿
I did my tour with “Charlie” and he was terrific!! So knowledgable, sincere and interactive. Answered all my questions and made what would have been a good 1st experience…GREAT!!! Thank God I had a good one in him and I’ll never forget it!!
Liam is the best!
Liam was fantastic! He is very knowledgeable and charismatic. I highly recommend him and look forward to booking more tours with him.