Statue of Liberty Tour Access: Small-Group Afternoon Tour

Summary

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.

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

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.

What’s included?

  • Professional and entertaining guide

  • Access to Liberty Island and Ellis Island (time permitting)

  • Ferry tickets to and from Liberty Island

  • Access to the Statue of Liberty Museum

  • Entry/Admission - New York Harbor

  • Entry/Admission - Statue of Liberty

  • Gratuities

  • Guided tour of Ellis Island

  • Crown and Pedesal access at the Statue of Liberty

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 4h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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