
NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 146 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket worth booking?
NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket is a 3-hour experience in New York, United States, from $31 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 146 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (146)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $31 per person
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 you get
About this experience
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
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
What you'll see and do
Statue of Liberty
Hop aboard the round trip ferry service to Liberty Island (grounds of the Statue of Liberty).
120 minutes here · Admission included
Ellis Island
Hop aboard the roundtrip ferry to Ellis Island (Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration).
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Statue of Liberty
Liberty Island, New York City, New York, 10004, United States
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Statue of Liberty · Liberty Island, New York City, New York, 10004, United States
Options you can book
New York City Ferry Departure
Battery Park: From New York, Battery Park, 1 Battery Pl, New York, NY 10004 The Security Screening Facility and Ferry Departure is located
New Jersey Ferry Departure
Liberty State Park: From New Jersey, Liberty State Park, 1 Audrey Zapp Dr, Jersey City, NJ 07305
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- hi, ar, de, ru, pt, ko, cmn, ja, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
Know before you go
- 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.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 144 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
144 verified traveler reviews for NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Always do this trip when in town. Just keeps getting better.
Absolutely awesome, not to be missed. 2nd time there, still wouldn't miss it. Great value for money. Fabulous to see her from the back for once. every picture you see is front taken. Plenty time to sit back and chill at cafe or out watching the boats enter and leave Manhattan, beautiful views. Ferry staff are A1, so nice friendly & helpful. They assist disabled completely, however once on the boat, its every man for themself (lol), but everyone is so friendly and most will help and assist. Dont go without doing this and Ellis Island. 10 stars
via Tripadvisor
Grammer school friends (we are 70+) day trip
Had a wonderful afternoon. Ferry pick up and drop off was easy to use. All personnel were kind and helpful. Our day trip was perfect. Not too crowded. And the Statue is amazing to see her close up.
via Tripadvisor
Was very nice, make sure...
Was very nice, make sure to dress for the weather. Vas very brisk on the cruise ship. Would recommend again
via Viator
Lady Liberty
Don’t go on a holiday or anniversary event! Traffic is a nightmare! The actual viewing of Lady Liberty was amazing!
via Viator
Statue of Liberty was the highlight – definitely book an early ferry
We really enjoyed the whole Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island experience and would definitely recommend it, especially if it’s your first trip to New York. We booked the 9:00am ferry with Statue City Cruises and I’m really glad we chose an early time. It wasn’t too busy, everything at Battery Park was easy to find, and security and boarding were really smooth with no waiting around. The boats were clean and comfortable and you could choose whether to sit or stand wherever you wanted, which made it really easy to get good views and photos of the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan skyline on the way over. Liberty Island was definitely the highlight for us. Seeing the Statue of Liberty up close is really impressive and the island itself is lovely to walk around. We had pedestal tickets, which were worth doing, although we would have liked to visit the crown too. Crown tickets weren’t available when we booked, so I’d definitely recommend booking those well in advance if that’s something you want to do. We also visited the Statue of Liberty Museum and really enjoyed it. It explains the history of the statue, how it was designed and built, and added a lot to the experience. We spent around an hour to an hour and a half on Liberty Island, which felt about right for us, before taking the ferry across to Ellis Island. Ellis Island was interesting and the views were nice, but personally it wasn’t as much our thing. I think if you’re particularly interested in immigration history you could spend a lot of time there, but for us Liberty Island was much more memorable. The ferries between Liberty Island, Ellis Island and Manhattan were frequent enough and we never felt stuck anywhere. If you just miss one you may have a short wait, but nothing unreasonable. Overall, the whole experience was really well organised and easy from start to finish. Statue City Cruises did exactly what we needed them to do, and the Statue of Liberty itself absolutely lived up to expectations. I’d happily recommend the whole experience.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 51
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket cost?
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Prices start at $31 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New York is not rushed.
Is NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 146 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket?
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Around 51 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New York and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in New York?
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New York has more bookable experiences than any other city on Outty, and the quality spread is brutal. Observation decks are commoditised, so we score them on timed-entry reliability and sunset slots. Food tours and borough walks are where the ranking really separates operators, and the top scores in the city all come from small-group guides. On Outty we rank every New York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown Walking Tour in New York. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit New York?
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September to early November, and late April through June. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in New York?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket?
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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; and Audio Tours of Liberty and Ellis Island are included. Not included: Does NOT include pedestal or crown access. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket?
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The experience starts at Statue of Liberty, Liberty Island, New York City, New York, 10004, United States. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket offered in?
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It is offered in Hindi, Arabic, German, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in New York. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What do travelers say about NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket?
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Across 146 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include photo opportunities, knowledge and storytelling. The views and photo stops come up again and again. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
What booking options are available for NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including New York City Ferry Departure, New Jersey Ferry Departure. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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