Statue of Liberty Tour Access: Small-Group Afternoon Tour

Make your way to Battery Park and meet your guide at Castle Clinton, a historic fort that was once considered as a possible site for the Statue of Liberty. Board the ferry to Liberty Island, and learn about the history of the island and the statue, on a guided tour of the island.

Continue into the Pedestal Museum, which contains “flames” from Lady Liberty’s torch, as well as some of the statue’s original structure. Climb to the top of the pedestal for unmatched views of the New York City skyline, New York Harbor, and Liberty Island. Following the guided tour, enjoy time to visit the island on your own—there are places to purchase snacks, park benches with city views, and scenic walking trails. If time permits, the tour will also make a stop at Ellis Island before returning to Battery Park, where the tour concludes.

Please note: ferry lines and security wait times are much longer in the afternoon.

Come explore this New York icon. Expert guides will meet you at Castle Clinton, a historic fort in Battery Park and a onetime possible site for the statue itself. From there you’ll board a ferry carrying you to Liberty Island. Your reservation includes a guided tour of the Liberty Island grounds with an expert English-speaking guide as well as access to the New Museum at Liberty Island.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Prohibited items: any weapons (self-defense or otherwise), locking blades, tools of any kind, large non-folding umbrellas, tripods, laptops, tablet keyboards, luggage, coolers, drones, basketballs, sewing kits, lighter fluid, and anything propelled by aerosol.
Please arrive 15 minutes early as the tour starts on time. You will not be able to catch up to the tour if late
Important: Wait times at the ferry and security lines during the afternoon are much longer. There is a possibility of missing Ellis Island due to timing and boat schedule in the afternoon.
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers