Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Overview
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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.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour. The tour departs promptly and if late, you will NOT be able to catch up and will miss the tour. There are no refunds for missing the tour.
Please note the earliest time tour will have the least wait. Later tours will encounter longer wait times.
Your ferry ticket includes access to both islands, although for afternoon tours, there may not be enough time to visit Ellis Island.
Food available for purchase on the ferry, at the Statue of Liberty, and on Ellis Island
Operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately.
Security screening will take place prior to entering the ferry. Visitors to the park are required to undergo airport-style security screening.
Photographs are permitted, but tripods and monopods are prohibited.
Children 3 and under free with paid adult ticket.
Guides are wearing orange hats AND/OR blue shirts or jackets.
Pedestal and crown access are not included in your tour. Guided tours are not allowed in the pedestal or crown at the Statue of Liberty
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Castle Clinton National Monument
This sandstone fort is our meeting point, but it’s also a national monument.
Statue of Liberty
Tour Liberty Island with your guide. See the statue up-close and visit the Statue of Liberty Museum. This is also a great opportunity for photos of the NYC skyline.
What‘s Included
History of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island from an expert New Yorker
Comprehensive Tour only - Guided tour of Ellis Island including the American Immigrant Wall of Honor
Guided tour of Liberty Island
Roundtrip reserve-line ferry tickets with stunning views of the NYC skyline
Visit the Statue of Liberty Museum - learn how this sculpture became such an icon - self-guided
Comprehensive Tour only - Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, audio guide included
Gratuities
Lockers for large items on Liberty Island (available for $0.25)
Crown and Pedestal (base) access at the Statue of Liberty, entry not included
Statue of Liberty Museum & Ellis Island National Museum are not guided as tour guides not permitted
Options
Comprehensive 4 Hour Tour
Express 2-Hour Tour
Duration: 2 hours: The guided portion of the express tour lasts around 2 hours. Return ferry is included.
Reviews
13,571 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent
KIM P,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Such a great trip especially having Jay as our guide. Communication was excellent throughout and the information Jay gave all through the tour was given with enthusiasm and genuine enjoyment. Highly Recommend, Thank You
Jett the guide was awesome
Senabdelmoughti M,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very good i recommend for evryone and the guide jett was so good he told us evrything about america history
First of all Jack the...
Sisa J,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00First of all Jack the tour guide is so hilarious he make everything interesting and fun in the same time. The weather is cold but we enjoying everything in this tour. Very informative. Thank you Jack, keep it up the good work.
I had a great time on...
evan W,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I had a great time on this tour. Jack was a great guide who provided lots of information and insight into the monuments, and the tour felt perfectly timed in each location.
Me and my husband enjoyed...
Egypt B,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Me and my husband enjoyed this tour. Joe was great and very knowledgeable. It was freezing cold outside but we had fun.
Awesome guide
Traci T,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience and the Jack was awesome. The Statue of Liberty was amazing to see in person. Ellis Island was really neat to see
Great
ivyq2026,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kevin was a great tour guide. The tour was very informative and great for pictures. Even on a cold winter day, it was an unforgettable experience that I recommend.
Statue of Liberty tour
F8711OIbobp,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour with Kevin. Very informative and well versed on everything . He kept us entertained while also providing a lot of information
A tour guide above all others
fserra,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Joseph is excellent. Very detailed, knowledgeable and never a dull moment. If your are planning any tours in New York do yourself a great favor and ask for Joseph!!
Really enjoyed our tour with our guide Joseph
DMBalt,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed our tour with our guide Joseph who was outstanding in his knowledge of the Statue and Ellis Iand. He made a VERY cold outing into something special. Highly recommend.
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