Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max

At a glance

Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max is a 3h small-group experience in New York City, United States, operated by Babylon Tours New York City. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 58 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $165.50 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Ferry transportation to Ellis Island and Statue of Liberty, All Fees and Taxes, Professional Tour Guide.

Quick facts

Duration

3h

Group

Small group, up to 8 travellers

Languages

English

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 10m

   You will begin your tour at Battery Park, a public park located at the southern tip of Manhattan Island. Here, you will briefly see the attractions and monuments that the park contains and learn all about its history as one of the oldest parts of Manhattan.

2. Stop 2 · 10m

   Before making your way to Liberty Island, you will learn about Castle Clinton, a landmark representing not only the city’s growth but the growth of the nation. Built from 1808 to 1811, it was the first US immigration station where more than 8 million people arrived in the United States between 1855 to 1890.

3. Stop 3 · 10m

   You will also pass the Seaglass Carousel, a fish-themed carousel that represents a symbol of recovery in the area, which suffered damage from Hurricane Sandy in 2012. You will be able to appreciate the carousel’s design. Design along with construction took nearly a decade.

4. Stop 4 · 10m

   From here, you will board the ferry at the New York Harbour, part of the port of the New York. Lying at the mouth of the Hudson River, it is one of the largest natural harbours in the world.

5. Stop 5 · 1h

   You will make your way to Liberty Island, located just off the southern tip of Manhattan Island. Here you will see the Statue of Liberty, the highlight of your trip. You will learn all about her history and how she came to be on the island.

6. Stop 6 · 1h

   Next you will visit Ellis Island, an island that contains a museum and former immigration inspection centre. It was the nation’s busiest immigration inspection station from 1892 to 1954.
   
   *Ellis Island Immigration Museum is unguided*
   Guiding is not permitted inside the museum, but your guide will share all the information with you before you enter.

7. Stop 7 · 10m

   During your time on Ellis Island, you will see the American Immigrant Wall of Honour, a permanent exhibit of individual or family names. It is the only place in the US where an individual can honor his or her family heritage at a National Monument.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked questions