Private Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour with Expert Guide
4 hours
Max 10
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- Your Own Private NYC Storyteller – A licensed New York City guide dedicated exclusively to you and your group, no outside guests.
- Ferry Tickets Secured in Advance – Roundtrip ferry tickets to Liberty Island and Ellis Island arranged ahead of time, with your guide handling boarding for a smooth, seamless journey.
- Stand Beneath the Statue of Liberty – Exterior access on Liberty Island, where you’ll experience the scale, symbolism, and power of this global icon up close.
- See the Original Torch – Entry to the Statue of Liberty Museum, including the chance to stand before the monument’s original torch and explore immersive exhibits.
- Walk Through America’s Gateway – Admission to Ellis Island and its Immigration Museum, plus the official audio guide to deepen your understanding of the millions who began their story here.
- Sites Visited
- Liberty Island
- Statue of Liberty (exterior)
- Statue of Liberty Museum
- The Battery
- Ellis Island
- Ellis Island Immigration Museum
- Tour Includes
- Pre-reserved ticket to Statue of Liberty Island (exterior access)
- Pre-reserved ticket to Ellis Island
- Access to Immigration Museum at Ellis Island
- Official audio guide on Ellis Island
- Local English-speaking guide
From Manhattan to Liberty Island: A Private, In Depth Statue of Liberty Tour
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Excellent
The experience I shared with my son was amazing. We had such a wonderful time while making great memories in the NYC overall. Visiting the Statue of Liberty was everything and more.
Viator customer · MsTrina · May 24, 2026 Excellent
A bit too long winded on a cold, windy, rainy day!! The guide was excellent with her information but kept us standing in the horrible weather conditions for far too long! Pure misery! Knowledgeable & excited about the history for sure but maybe think about the comfort of the visitors & change it up for bad weather conditions.
Viator customer · Renee · May 24, 2026 Excellent
Awesome tour! Highly recommend if you want the chance to see Ellis and Liberty Island in same day as a combo tour. If you’re interested in going inside Statute of Liberty (which I wasn’t) this probably isn’t the tour, but if you are interested in a more totality experience of both islands this is the tour to take!
Viator customer · Maxwell · May 23, 2026 Excellent
We had Rob C! He was wonderful. So knowledgeable and funny!
Tripadvisor customer · jacquejthomas · May 22, 2026 Excellent
This was an amazing day. Even though it rained a little, Charlie made it a wonderful experience. Charlie’s knowledge and background as a history teacher made the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island come to life. We highly recommend this and Charlie!<br />Thanks.
Tripadvisor customer · Phil · May 22, 2026
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Excellent
A bit too long winded on a cold, windy, rainy day!! The guide was excellent with her information but kept us standing in the horrible weather conditions for far too long! Pure misery! Knowledgeable & excited about the history for sure but maybe think about the comfort of the visitors & change it up for bad weather conditions.
Viator customer · Renee · May 24, 2026 Excellent
The experience I shared with my son was amazing. We had such a wonderful time while making great memories in the NYC overall. Visiting the Statue of Liberty was everything and more.
Viator customer · MsTrina · May 24, 2026 Excellent
Awesome tour! Highly recommend if you want the chance to see Ellis and Liberty Island in same day as a combo tour. If you’re interested in going inside Statute of Liberty (which I wasn’t) this probably isn’t the tour, but if you are interested in a more totality experience of both islands this is the tour to take!
Viator customer · Maxwell · May 23, 2026 Excellent
This was an amazing day. Even though it rained a little, Charlie made it a wonderful experience. Charlie’s knowledge and background as a history teacher made the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island come to life. We highly recommend this and Charlie!<br />Thanks.
Tripadvisor customer · Phil · May 22, 2026 Excellent
We had Rob C! He was wonderful. So knowledgeable and funny!
Tripadvisor customer · jacquejthomas · May 22, 2026 Excellent
Amazing tour. We had Charlie as our guide. Charlie is awesome. He kept track of us and personally interacted with us. His knowledge is very thorough. Highly recommend!!
Viator customer · Phil · May 22, 2026 Excellent
Memorable moment with a great tour guide Charlie. Recommend a guide to talk you through the history.
Viator customer · mark · May 21, 2026 Excellent
Jett was great taught a great deal of history of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis island. He was also very professional
Viator customer · Andrea · May 20, 2026 Excellent
Informative!
GetYourGuide customer · Dondi · May 19, 2026 Excellent
Die Erfahrung bei der Freiheitsstatue war toll und die Führung war super pünktlich und freundlich. Wir haben tolle Fotos gemacht und die Zeit dort sehr genossen. Sehr empfehlenswert!
GetYourGuide customer · Philip · May 19, 2026FAQs
What's the cancellation policy for private tours?
All private tours have a 7-day cancellation policy. Thank you for understanding.
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