NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket
At a glance
NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket is a 3h – 4h guided experience in New York City, United States, operated by Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 143 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $31.12 per person. Included: Access to the grounds of Liberty Island and Ellis Island, Round trip ferry service to Liberty Island and Ellis Island, Entry into the Statue of Liberty Museum.
Highlights
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h – 4h
- Group
- Shared tour
- Languages
- Hindi, Arabic, German, Russian, Portuguese, Korean
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- See cancellation policy
Overview
Statue City Cruises is the only official and authorized ferry service to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island. Experience two of America’s most iconic landmarks with a round-trip ferry journey to Liberty Island and Ellis Island, offering convenient access to both historic sites in one seamless visit Step onto Liberty Island to explore the breathtaking grounds surrounding the Statue of Liberty and immerse yourself in the inspiring story behind this global symbol of freedom at the Statue of Liberty Museum — featuring three dynamic, interactive galleries that bring history to life.
Continue your journey to Ellis Island, home to the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, where moving personal stories and powerful exhibits trace the immigrant experience through generations. To enhance your visit, audio tours for both Liberty Island and Ellis Island are included, providing rich storytelling and insightful context as you explore at your own pace.
What's included
What's included
- Access to the grounds of Liberty Island and Ellis Island
- Round trip ferry service to Liberty Island and Ellis Island
- Entry into the Statue of Liberty Museum
- Ferry service with Statue City Cruises, the only official ferry to Liberty & Ellis Island
- Audio Tours of Liberty and Ellis Island are included
Not included
- Does NOT include pedestal or crown access
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 2h
Hop aboard the round trip ferry service to Liberty Island (grounds of the Statue of Liberty).
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Stop 2 · 1h
Hop aboard the roundtrip ferry to Ellis Island (Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration).
Meeting point
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Statue City Cruises is the only official and authorized ferry service to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island.
- All visitors boarding a Statue City Cruises departure to Liberty and/or Ellis Island must pass through airport grade security procedures in the Screening Facility.
- All minors (17 and under) must be accompanied by a responsible Adult (25 years or older).
- Children age 3 and under do not require a ticket.
- The time printed on your ticket indicates when you should join the queue to enter the security screening facility, not a specific departure. You may only join the queue to enter the security screening facility at the time referenced on your ticket.
- There are no locker storage areas at the screening facility at Battery Park.
- Ferries depart approximately every 20 - 30 minutes from the New York departure point.
- Ferries depart approximately every 35 minutes from the New Jersey departure point.
- Self-service lockers ($2, only 25 cent coins are accepted) are available before entry into the Statue of Liberty National Monument. All items left in the lockers must be collected after the tour. The National Park Service is not responsible for any items of value placed in the lockers.
- Wait times can be lengthy during peak season, including summer, weekends, and holidays.
- Please be aware of unauthorized vendors inside Battery Park who may attempt to redirect you or encourage you to purchase additional tickets. If you need assistance, Statue City Cruises staff are available inside Castle Clinton or managing the ferry boarding lines.
- 2pm and 3pm priority entry will not allow enough time to visit Ellis Island.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket take?
The experience lasts about 3h – 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $31.12 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Access to the grounds of Liberty Island and Ellis Island; Round trip ferry service to Liberty Island and Ellis Island; Entry into the Statue of Liberty Museum; Ferry service with Statue City Cruises, the only official ferry to Liberty & Ellis Island; Audio Tours of Liberty and Ellis Island are included.
Where does it start?
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Can I cancel?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Hindi, Arabic, German, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 143 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in New York City.
