Statue of Liberty (and Ellis Island): Recommended tours & tickets

Experience the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with ExperienceFirst, guided by a local expert. This private tour offers a personalized exploration of these iconic New York City landmarks. Your visit includes a ferry ride, along with all necessary entrance fees. Delve into the rich history of Lady Liberty at the Statue of Liberty National Monument. Gain unique insights and a deeper connection to these significant sites through the expertise of your private guide.

Experience a sunset from New York Harbor and enjoy sweeping views of Manhattan's skyline, parts of Brooklyn and Jersey City from Schooner America. This classic sailboat is 105-feet in length and has about 3600 square feet of sail area. Sail by Manhattan's Financial District, One World Trade and Ellis Island as the boat sails toward the Statue of Liberty. Enjoy up-close views of Lady Liberty and a great photo opportunity as the sun dips below the horizon. This trip is perfect for couples, friends, visitors and locals. Adult ticketing applies to all travelers.

See many major New York sights on a 90-minute boat cruise on a 1920s-style yacht! Enjoy views from the open bow, or relax in the spacious climate controlled glassed-enclosed observation cabin. The boat cruises along the Hudson River offering views of Manhattan's west side and booming skyline. Pass by the Financial District, Ellis Island, and Statue of Liberty as the boat cruises into New York Harbor.

Gain exclusive access to the Statue of Liberty on this once-in-a lifetime, 4-hour, private tour. With a personal tour guide, learn how a gift of friendship to the United States has become one of the modern wonders of the world. After an inspiring, exclusive trip to Lady Liberty, take a short boat ride to Ellis Island and hear first-hand stories about the most famous and active immigration hubs in the United States. Entry fees and round-trip ferry ticket included.

Visit two of New York's most historic attractions on this 4-hour tour of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Enjoy priority boarding on the ferry to Liberty Island and — together with you small group and guide, explore Liberty Island and get a a spectacular view of NYC. Then, visit Ellis Island, where you’ll learn about the vast immigration that took place here between 1892 and 1954.

Hear the stories of immigrants who passed through Ellis Island and learn about the creation and symbolism of the Statue of Liberty. On this guided tour, your expert New Yorker will get your reserve-line ferry tickets and ride with you to Liberty Island and afterward, if you select our Comprehensive Tour, to Ellis Island for a tour of the landmarks around the island, such as the wall of honour. Once the tour ends, the exploration doesn't stop there as you can continue inside the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration to explore its multiple floors at your own pace. An audio guide is included to help. You’ll also have time to visit the Statue of Liberty Museum as your guide prepares you for what you’ll see inside. Our Liberty Express option offers a 2 hour guided tour across the water, and on Liberty Island, where you'll learn all about the Statue of Liberty and our expert guide will also give you facts and tips if you wanted to visit the museum on your own after the tour.

So many people visit the Statue of Liberty each year that it can be hard to get the exact dates you want. This afternoon Statue of Liberty tour takes care of that for you with pre-reserved ferry tickets, so all you have to do is show up and get ready to meet Lady Liberty. And with an afternoon departure, you'll have plenty of time to hit up some other must-see NYC sights in the morning (or simply sleep in!). Just meet your guide, hop on a ferry, and get ready for an insightful visit to New York's most recognizable resident.

The Statue of Liberty is a verifiable American icon and a must-do on anyone's New York bucket list. This flexible tour offers two convenient options for visiting Lady Liberty with expert insights so you can choose whichever best fits your travel plans and preferences. If you're short on time, the two-hour Statue of Liberty Express Tour option offers an introduction to the legendary lady from an expert guide in Battery Park followed by a ferry ride and guided tour of Liberty Island. Choose the four-hour option for a more in-depth visit with your guide including the Statue of Liberty Museum and Ellis Island.

Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises is the original, iconic, and #1 choice for sightseeing in New York City, with over 80 million passengers and counting. Offering the largest fleet of sightseeing vessels, Circle Line ensures you have the best views of the city’s skyline from both indoor and outdoor spaces. Our boats provide comfortable seating with plenty of legroom, making your cruise a relaxing and enjoyable experience. If the Statue of Liberty is at the top of your New York City bucket list, the Liberty Super Express cruise is the quickest and easiest way to see this world-renowned landmark. This 50-minute round-trip tour is led by live, expert guides, who share fun and historical insights along the way. You'll get up close to the Statue, with plenty of opportunities to snap the perfect photo, while also passing iconic landmarks like One World Trade Center and the Brooklyn Bridge.

Step aboard a historic sailing ship and cruise around New York Harbor, taking in magnificent views of this grand city by day. You will enjoy breathtaking views of New York City and see the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the Manhattan skyline and other treasures of the harbor from the decks of New York's only tall ship.