New York City Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Walking Tour with Ferry
by Walks - USA
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This walking tour in New York City offers two options for visiting the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, lasting between two and four hours. Both options start at Battery Park, where the guide provides an introduction including a stop at Castle Clinton National Monument. Guests then board a ferry to Liberty Island for a guided tour focused on the Statue of Liberty’s history and significance. The two-hour Express Tour covers the Statue of Liberty exterior with a guided walk around the island. The longer four-hour option adds a visit to the Statue of Liberty Museum and a ferry trip to Ellis Island. On Ellis Island, participants receive an official audio guide to explore the Immigration Museum independently, where they can view exhibits or visit the cafeteria. The tour concludes with a ferry ride back to Battery Park, offering views of Lady Liberty from the water. The guide remains available throughout the ferry rides and walking portions, ensuring detailed information is shared. Included are pre-reserved tickets for Statue of Liberty Island (exterior access) on both options, and for Ellis Island and its museum on the four-hour tour. The guide speaks English and leads all walking segments. The tour does not include access to the Statue of Liberty’s Crown or Pedestal. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace. Mobility assistance can be arranged by contacting the operator in advance.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Battery Park
The tour begins at Battery Park, a historic site in lower Manhattan that serves as the gateway to Liberty Island and views of the Statue of Liberty.
20 min
Castle Clinton National Monument
At Castle Clinton, the guide provides background information relevant to the tour and the landmarks ahead.
10 min
Liberty Island
Guests board a ferry and travel across New York Bay to Liberty Island, enjoying views of the harbor while accompanied by the guide.
45 min
Statue of Liberty
The guided tour covers the Statue of Liberty’s origin in France, its transport and installation in New York, and historical details. The two-hour Express Tour ends here, while the four-hour option continues with additional visits.
90 min
Ellis Island Immigration Museum
If the four-hour Fully Guided Statue of Liberty Tour with Ellis Island is selected, the group boards a ferry for a short 10-minute ride to Ellis Island. Visitors explore the Immigration Museum at their own pace using the included award-winning audio guide. They can view exhibits about millions of immigrants, research family history, or eat at the island’s cafeteria. Returning on the ferry with the guide is also permitted.
45 min
Battery Park
The tour concludes with a ferry ride back to Battery Park, offering final views of the Statue of Liberty from the water.
30 min
Meeting point
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at 1 Bowling Green, New York, in front of National Museum of the American Indian at the bottom of the Statue with the Sphinx and Lion
End point
The end point applicable for 2-hour express tour option only.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
New York City Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Walking Tour with Ferry
by Walks - USA
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$118Overview
This walking tour in New York City offers two options for visiting the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, lasting between two and four hours. Both options start at Battery Park, where the guide provides an introduction including a stop at Castle Clinton National Monument. Guests then board a ferry to Liberty Island for a guided tour focused on the Statue of Liberty’s history and significance. The two-hour Express Tour covers the Statue of Liberty exterior with a guided walk around the island. The longer four-hour option adds a visit to the Statue of Liberty Museum and a ferry trip to Ellis Island. On Ellis Island, participants receive an official audio guide to explore the Immigration Museum independently, where they can view exhibits or visit the cafeteria. The tour concludes with a ferry ride back to Battery Park, offering views of Lady Liberty from the water. The guide remains available throughout the ferry rides and walking portions, ensuring detailed information is shared. Included are pre-reserved tickets for Statue of Liberty Island (exterior access) on both options, and for Ellis Island and its museum on the four-hour tour. The guide speaks English and leads all walking segments. The tour does not include access to the Statue of Liberty’s Crown or Pedestal. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace. Mobility assistance can be arranged by contacting the operator in advance.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Battery Park
The tour begins at Battery Park, a historic site in lower Manhattan that serves as the gateway to Liberty Island and views of the Statue of Liberty.
20 min
Castle Clinton National Monument
At Castle Clinton, the guide provides background information relevant to the tour and the landmarks ahead.
10 min
Liberty Island
Guests board a ferry and travel across New York Bay to Liberty Island, enjoying views of the harbor while accompanied by the guide.
45 min
Statue of Liberty
The guided tour covers the Statue of Liberty’s origin in France, its transport and installation in New York, and historical details. The two-hour Express Tour ends here, while the four-hour option continues with additional visits.
90 min
Ellis Island Immigration Museum
If the four-hour Fully Guided Statue of Liberty Tour with Ellis Island is selected, the group boards a ferry for a short 10-minute ride to Ellis Island. Visitors explore the Immigration Museum at their own pace using the included award-winning audio guide. They can view exhibits about millions of immigrants, research family history, or eat at the island’s cafeteria. Returning on the ferry with the guide is also permitted.
45 min
Battery Park
The tour concludes with a ferry ride back to Battery Park, offering final views of the Statue of Liberty from the water.
30 min
Meeting point
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at 1 Bowling Green, New York, in front of National Museum of the American Indian at the bottom of the Statue with the Sphinx and Lion
End point
The end point applicable for 2-hour express tour option only.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.