Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry + Audioguide
Description
A visit to the Big Apple wouldn’t be complete without exploring the Statue of Liberty. This excursion takes you to this emblematic landmark and to Ellis Island via the authorized ferry service, enhanced by an English audio guide that enriches your journey.
Statue City Cruises: Your Official Ferry to Liberty & Ellis
Following security protocols, you'll embark on the Statue City Cruises ferry, the sole company permitted to provide transport to Liberty Island and Ellis Island. Are you ready for this adventure?
Your first destination will be Liberty Island. Upon arrival, you can appreciate the stunning Statue of Liberty at close range—one of the globe’s most renowned monuments. With the audio guide in hand, you can navigate the island at your leisure, uncovering the stories behind its creation, architectural nuances, and visiting the Statue of Liberty Museum to gain insights into its rich history.
After your time on Liberty Island, you will reboard the ferry and proceed to Ellis Island, a cornerstone of contemporary American heritage. Here, the National Museum of Immigration awaits, showcasing the journeys of countless immigrants who arrived in the United States during the 19th and 20th centuries.
Once you have finished exploring both sites, the ferry will take you back to the original departure point.
Tour Options
During your reservation process, you can select your preferred starting point for the tour:
Ferry From New York
On the day of your adventure, make your way to Battery Park in New York, adjacent to the Castle Clinton monument. Follow the signs leading to the security check, where you will need to present your ticket before boarding.
Ferry From New Jersey
If you opt to commence your tour from New Jersey, head to Liberty State Park (New Jersey Departure Terminal, located in the CRRNJ Terminal Building at 1 Audrey Zapp Drive, Jersey City). After completing security measures, you will board the ferry to begin your journey.
What's included
- Round–trip ferry between Manhattan, Liberty Island and Ellis Island
- Audio guide in English at the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
- Admission to the Statue of Liberty Museum (free)
- Admission ticket to the Immigration Museum (free)
What's not included
- Admission to the crown or the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Important information
Please note that you'll be participating in the entire activity on your own, without a guide or tour assistant. Depending on the option you choose, please take note of the following meeting points:
Ferry From New York
On the day of the activity, you’ll need to go to Battery Park in New York, located next to the Castle Clinton monument. There, you’ll find signs directing you to the security checkpoint, where you’ll need to show your ticket before boarding the ferry.
Ferry From New Jersey
If you prefer to start the tour from New Jersey, you should go to Liberty State Park (New Jersey Departure Terminal, in the CRRNJ Terminal Building, located at 1 Audrey Zapp Drive, Jersey City). After passing through security, you’ll board the ferry to begin the crossing.
Please be aware that there are fraudulent vendors selling Statue of Liberty tickets operating in Battery Park. Official Statue City Cruises staff can only be found inside Castle Clinton or managing the ferry lines. Unauthorized vendors may try to redirect visitors and dissuade them from using their vouchers in an attempt to sell them a new one.
Schedule Info
The time on your ticket indicates when you must join the line to go through security, not the ferry’s specific departure time. You may only join the security line at the time indicated on your ticket. Wait times can be several hours, especially during peak season, including summer, weekends, and holidays.
The schedule for this activity is flexible, and ferries depart approximately every 20–30 minutes, depending on the season. You can view the departure times at the following link: https://www.cityexperiences.com/new-york/city-cruises/statue/departure-schedule/.
We recommend doing this activity first thing in the morning.
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