Fully Guided Statue of Liberty Tour with Ellis Island
4 hours
Max 25
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- Hear history come alive on a Statue of Liberty tour with your licensed New York City tour guide.
- Take in the famed NYC skyline with beautiful views of the harbor and Lady Liberty.
- See incredible artifacts (including the original torch!) and building plans at the Statue of Liberty Museum.
- Visit Ellis Island with personal time to explore.
- Deepen your visit to the Ellis Island Immigration Museum with the official audio guide.
- Sites Visited
- Liberty Island
- Statue of Liberty (Exterior Access)
- Statue of Liberty Museum
- Battery Park
- Ellis Island
- Ellis Island Immigration Museum
- Castle Clinton National Monument
- 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
Discover how Lady Liberty came to America on an unforgettable Statue of Liberty tour.
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Excellent
Joseph was outstanding !! So knowledgeable and personable! Timing and organization was spot on. Really glad we did this!!
GetYourGuide customer · Sharon · United States · Oct 20, 2025 Excellent
Jimmy was fantastic! Full of information, fun facts, and hilarious, he was ace at bringing alive the history of the Statue and Ellis Island.
Tripadvisor customer · Culture22165445714 · Oct 20, 2025 Excellent
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GetYourGuide customer · Sterpu · Romania · Oct 19, 2025 Excellent
Excelente las explicaciones de la guía Meri y cómo nos hizo sentir como una gran familia durante todo el tour.
GetYourGuide customer · Argentina · Oct 19, 2025 Great
Guide was late and missed Ellis island because tour was delayed. Spent so much time talking that there was minimal time for pictures of the front of the statue.
GetYourGuide customer · United States · Oct 19, 2025FAQs
I have mobility issues/use a wheelchair, can I take the Statue of Liberty tour?
Yes! However please note that if your tour includes the Statue Pedestal (which has elevator access) the only part you will NOT be able to visit is a small platform at the very top of the Statue Pedestal.
What can I expect at the security checkpoint for my Statue of Liberty tour?
All guests must pass through airport-style security to go to the Statue of Liberty. Certain items are not permitted including any weapons, scissors, pocket knives, any sharp item, or tools. Large items such as suitcases and backpacks are not allowed. Food and drink are not permitted except water in a clear container.
For a complete list of items, please visit [here](https://www.nps.gov/stli/planyourvisit/safety.htm).
Does this tour include access to the Statue Crown?
No. Unfortunately, tickets for the Statue of Liberty Crown are extremely limited, at only 365 per day, and sell out months in advance. Walks does not provide any tours that include the Statue of Liberty Crown.
Do you ever cancel your tours of the Statue of Liberty due to weather conditions?
Our Statue of Liberty tours run rain or shine. One exception is if the Coastguard ceases water traffic (which includes the ferry to the Statue of Liberty) due to inclement weather.
Are the hospitals on Ellis Island included on this tour?
No, The old hospitals are not open to the public and have to be booked specially if you want to visit them.
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