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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Private Tour with Ferry and Museum Access
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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Private Tour with Ferry and Museum Access

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4 hours
New York City
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4 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$698$775.56Save 10%
2 guests × $349
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This private 4-hour tour in New York City includes a round-trip ferry ride to Liberty Island and Ellis Island, with entrance to both museums. The tour starts at Battery Park, where the guide provides a brief introduction before boarding the ferry. During the ferry ride, participants see views of the Manhattan skyline. On Liberty Island, the guide leads a two-hour visit focused on the Statue of Liberty National Monument. Afterward, the tour continues with a one-hour guided walk on Ellis Island, where visitors learn about the history of immigration through the museum exhibits. The tour includes all necessary entrance fees and professional guiding, but access to the Statue of Liberty’s pedestal and crown is not included. Gratuities are also not covered.

Highlights

Private guided tour of Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
Round-trip ferry tickets included
Entry to Liberty Island and Ellis Island museums
View Manhattan skyline from the ferry
Tour duration about 4 hours

What's included

Admission to Ellis Island museum
Professional guide service
Admission to new museum on Liberty Island
Round-trip ferry tickets to Liberty and Ellis Island

What's not included

Tips and gratuities
Access to Statue of Liberty crown and pedestal

Itinerary

1

Battery Park

Meet the guide at Battery Park for a short introduction before boarding the ferry to the islands.

15 min

2

Manhattan Skyline

Enjoy views of the Manhattan skyline during the ferry ride to Liberty and Ellis Islands.

15 min

3

Statue of Liberty

Explore this significant emblem of freedom accompanied by a private guide.

120 min

4

Ellis Island

Take a one-hour guided tour of Ellis Island, learning about the experience of millions of immigrants through the museum exhibits.

60 min

Meeting point

Please meet your guide on the steps outside of Castle Clinton's North Entrance (the far side from the water). The tour guide will be there 15 minutes before the tour starts and will be wearing an orange hat AND/OR a blue shirt or jacket.

End point

The tour will end on Ellis Island. You can choose to stay there longer and explore on your own or take the first ferry back to Battery Park.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Wheelchair accessible
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Wheelchair-accessible transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
The tour operates in all weather conditions; dress suitably for the weather
If the tour is canceled due to rare circumstances, ticket holders can reschedule or receive a refund, subject to availability
Downtown Manhattan can be windy; dress accordingly
All visitors and belongings undergo airport-style security screenings before ferry boarding and statue access
Prohibited items include weapons, locking blades, tools, large umbrellas, tripods, laptops, tablet keyboards, luggage, coolers, drones, basketballs, sewing kits, lighter fluid, and aerosol-propelled items
Backpacks, strollers, large items, and food or drinks must be stored in lockers on Liberty Island before entering the statue pedestal; lockers cost $0.25 each, fee not included in tour price
Total
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