Guided Tours

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Guided Tour with Ferry

Duration

2 hrs - 4 hrs

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Guided tour

4.1/5(890)

Rajinder S

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

The cruise and The island 👌👌👌👌🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

Take a guided tour to the heart of New York Harbor and step onto Liberty Island to visit the iconic Statue of Liberty up close.

Explore the exteriors of the Statue of Liberty and see incredible panoramic views from the base of the Statue.

Visit Liberty and Ellis Islands and explore their attractions, such as the Statue of Liberty Museum & its exhibits, and the National Museum of Immigration.

Round-trip ferry rides to Liberty and Ellis Island guarantee smooth sailing on your tour.

Your guide will point out significant landmarks and provide insights into the history & foundation of the US.

Choose between a 2-hour express tour with time for non-guided exploration at Ellis Island, and a 4-hour guided tour of both islands with free time for self-exploration based on your travel preferences.

Guided tour of Liberty Island's attractions, & the Statue of Liberty

Guided tour of Ellis Island & National Museum of Immigration (based on option selected)

Round-trip ferry tickets

English-speaking tour guide

Free time for self-exploration

Access to the Crown

Access inside the Statue of Liberty and the Pedestal

Gratuities

TOTAL DURATION2 hours - 4 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERFerry
Timeline
Map
Start point
Battery Park
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1. Liberty Island
Tickets included
2 hr
2 attractions
Guided tour
Highlights
Statue of Liberty (exteriors)
Tickets included
Statue of Liberty Museum
Tickets included
2. Ellis Island
Tickets included
1 attraction
1 activity
End point
Battery Park
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Simon S
Group
Verified booking
Jun 2026
Great tourguide and amazing venues. Statue was great to see how it was built and Ellis Island was impressifly renovated.
Margie W
Family
Verified booking
3 days ago
We enjoyed the guide and the history of the statue and how it came to the US.
Laura R
Solo
Verified booking
Jun 2026
A beautiful place, full of magic
Rajinder S
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
The cruise and The island 👌👌👌👌🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Aristeidis K
Group
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Wonderful presentation individualized for every each member of the group! Nice photo presentation supporting the tour process!Kevin was the ideal tour guide with houmor keeping you involved and important part of the group! Pactual and easy to follow with practical advice

What to bring

Carry a valid ID with you for the experience.

Bring along your comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and a hat for comfortable exploration.

What's not allowed

Please note that sharp metallic tools or objects, non-folding umbrellas, laptops, tablet keyboards, coolers, luggage, drones, sewing kits, lighter fluid, and anything propelled by aerosol are not allowed in this experience.

Shutterbugs, take note: Tripods are a no-go inside the venue.

Large suitcases, scooters, or other bulky objects are not allowed onboard.

Accessibility

This tour is wheelchair-accessible.

Additional information

If you have trouble locating the ferry embarkation point or meeting your guide, contact our local partner via the number given on your ticket.

Guides aren't allowed inside the Statue of Liberty Museum or the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration. After your guide gives a thorough introduction to the history and background outside the venues, you can explore these locations on your own.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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