Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour
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Is Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour worth booking?
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour is a 3-hour experience in New York, United States, from $62 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $62 per person
Enjoy an immersive guided walking tour with a professional, friendly, personable, knowledgeable and engaging, licensed NYC Guide and exceptional storyteller. Our tours are fun and engaging, never dull & boring, and have
What you get
- Museum Access
- Professional, Fun & Engaging Licensed NYC Tour Guide
- Round-trip Ferry Access: Battery Park-Statue Of Liberty-Ellis Island-Battery Park
About this experience
Enjoy an immersive guided walking tour with a professional, friendly, personable, knowledgeable and engaging, licensed NYC Guide and exceptional storyteller. Our tours are fun and engaging, never dull & boring, and have been carefully and thoughtfully designed for the enjoyment of all ages. For a more intimate, private tour feel at a public tour price, tours generally consist of 16 Guests, or less. Our tour's early morning start time means that our tour Guests will likely encounter less crowds, they'll be able to pass through security screening more quickly (mandatory before boarding a ferry to the Statue of Liberty), they'll have more quality time to experience Liberty Island & Ellis Island, and ultimately, will have greater comfort and maximum enjoyment of their tour.
What's included
Included
- Museum Access
- Professional, Fun & Engaging Licensed NYC Tour Guide
- Round-trip Ferry Access: Battery Park-Statue Of Liberty-Ellis Island-Battery Park
Not included
- PEDESTAL And/Or CROWN Access At Statue of Liberty
- All Food, Snacks & Beverages
- Souvenirs, Books, Ellis Island Computer Use Fees & Hard Hat Tours
- Gratuity/Tip For Guide (Optional) Generally, 15-18% Of Tour's Full Price
What you'll see and do
Battery Park
After meeting your Guide at the designated meet-up/departure point in Battery Park, Lower Manhattan, your Guide will lead the group through Battery Park. It is in this area that the story of America unfolds. You'll learn about Manhattan's original occupation by indigenous Lenape tribes and the island's evolution into becoming the birthplace of America and as well as our nation’s most populous and financially important city! In-depth commentary will be provided in a fun and engaging way as the group makes their way into the heart of the park and towards the historic structure called Castle Clinton. En route, you’ll also enjoy a lovely view of 1 WTC (aka Freedom Tower) from across lawn of Battery Park. round Castle Clinton structure en route to the Statue of Liberty security screening tent before approved passage to the ferry to the Statue of Liberty.
20 minutes here
Castle Clinton National Monument
As the tour progresses into the heart of Battery Park, we come upon a round, historic structure, called Castle Clinton. The day’s tour includes a visit to the famous Ellis Island immigrant-processing depot, and likewise, Castle Clinton has also played a role in our immigrant story. In fact, Castle Clinton has served many purposes since its being built in the early 19th century and you’ll learn about them on this tour.
10 minutes here
Statue of Liberty
After sharing the history of Castle Clinton, the Guide will lead the group through airport-style security. This security check-point for ferry-access to Liberty Island and the Statue of Liberty, is mandatory for all Guests. It is important to note that carrying weaponry of any kind is strictly prohibited. Prohibited items will be confiscated, cannot be retrieved and may result in legal jeopardy even if you’re licensed to carry them in your own state or country! Once all Guests have passed the security inspection, the group will then board the first of two 10-minute ferry rides that we will use during the tour. Our first ferry brings us to Liberty Island. Here, you'll have an opportunity to view the Statue of Liberty up-close, from Liberty Island's grounds. Through in-depth commentary, you’ll learn all about how this important icon of freedom came to be. You'll also see the Statue of Liberty's original torch, on display at the Statue of Liberty Museum.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Ellis Island
From 1892-1954, Ellis Island was the largest, busiest and most famous immigrant-processing depot, in the USA! During the tour, your Guide will share insightful information about the varied history of this island and will share in-depth information on the immigrant inspection process. The Guide's commentary is done upon the grounds of the island, outside of the Ellis Island National Immigration Museum. The tour concludes on Ellis Island after the guided portion of the tour has ended. Afterwards, you are free to further explore Ellis Island, on your own. Access to the many fine self-guided exhibits found inside the fascinating Ellis Island National Immigration Museum, is included in the price of your tour. A book store, souvenir shop, cafe and computerized immigrant research facilities can also be found on the island. At your leisure, when you are ready to leave the Ellis Island, simply board a NYC-bound ferry that will return you to Battery Park, in Lower Manhattan (included).
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
Meet-up and departure from in front of Starbuck's coffee shop, at the corner of State Street & Pearl Street (We DO NOT MEET INSIDE THE PARK!). Look for your Guide from MY NY TOURS. You should have no trouble finding the meet point but if you do, please call My NY Tours at the number on your voucher.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends on Ellis Island. At your leisure, you may then board any New York-bound ferry which will return you to Battery Park, in Lower Manhattan.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Thu, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- My NY Tours, LLC
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Must do this Unique place
A wonderful way to see and visit the statue and Ellis Island,verymuch enhanced by Debbie the tour guide, whose knowledge and experience just made the day for me. Would recommend both Debbie and this trip. A unique part of being in New York really not to be missed.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your kind and thoughtful tour review. Many potential tour guests rely on reviews such as yours to help guide there own booking decisions. We truly appreciate the time that you took to write it. Moreover, we are delighted to know that you enjoyed your Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island experience as much as you did. Should you ever find yourself on a revisit to NYC (aka "The Big Apple") we would be delighted and honored to have you enjoy another tour experience, with us. From our family to yours we wish you and yours an extraordinary summer chocked full of amazing experiences and wonderful memories! All our best!
via Tripadvisor
Excellent tour guide, Debbie M.
We had a wonderful experience because of our tour guide, Debbie M.!!! She was the best ever!!!
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to review your experience and your guide. We take immense pride in providing high quality experiences led by NYC's finest guides. We are truly delighted that your tour experience delivered on its promise and we'd be honored to serve you, again. Please keep us in mind for future tour experiences should you revisit the Big Apple. From our family to yours we wish you happy times and beautiful memories in all your future endeavors! All our best!
via Tripadvisor
Fun and Funny day!!
We loved the tour although it was sort of a raining day. Debbie our tour guide was so knowledgeable and made the day extra entertaining 😄
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to review your touring experience. We truly appreciate this feedback of your tour and we are so elated that you enjoyed it as much as you did. We would be delighted and honored to serve you, again! We offer lots of other fun experiences in other areas of NYC, as well. We hope that you'll keep us in mind for other tours should you return to the BIG APPLE. Until then, from our family to yours, we wish happy times, incredible memories and a summer filled with fun and laughter! All our best!
via Tripadvisor
Best Tour Guide Ever
Our family had such a special experience on this tour. Traveling as a group of four, grandmother/mother, two daughters (mother) and a daughter/granddaughter, we immediately connected with our guide, who made us feel like we were part of her family. Our shared perspective made the entire day feel more personal and thoughtful. She had a natural way of bringing the history of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island to life, weaving in meaningful stories while keeping everyone engaged, from the youngest to the oldest in our group. You could tell she genuinely understood how to connect with families, making sure everyone felt included and comfortable throughout the tour. What stood out most was her warmth and patience. She checked in often, made sure we stayed together, and answered every question with care and enthusiasm. It didn’t feel like a scripted tour, it felt like being shown around by a member of our family as well as someone who truly cared about our experience. This was more than just a tour for us, it was a memorable family moment. We’re so grateful we had her as our guide and would highly recommend her to any family visiting.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for this wonderful review of your tour experience and for taking the time to write it. We take immense pride in providing customer experiences that are accurately informational, fun, engaging and delivered with the highest degree of caring and compassion for those we serve. It pleases us greatly when we see how we hit that mark consistently time after time, as indicated by our many 5-star reviews on all tour experiences! Your guide was Debbie. We will certainly share this extremely positive feedback, wirh her. Should you find yourselves revisiting the Big Apple we would be honored and delighted to serve your family, again. We offer lots of other NYC experiences as well, and we hope that you will keep us in mind. From our family to yours we wish you endless and incredible experiences, one after another! All our best!
via Viator
Debbie Mason - Best Tour Guide
Our tour with Debbie today was amazing!!! She is so kind and hysterical! She knows her way around and gave fascinating historical context prior during and after our tour. I would highly recommend her for everything New York!!🗽🍎
Response from the operator: Wow! What a kind and awesome review! Thank you so much, for taking time to review your tour experience. Moreover, thank you for joining us for a tour of the historic and iconic Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. We love what we do and take immense pride in delivering only the highest quality experiences, filled with both historic commentary and fun. Should you find yourself revisiting the amazing Big Apple we'd love to have you join us on another tour experience. From our family to yours, we wish you all the best on all of your endeavors!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Thu, Sat
- Price range
- $62 to $74
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour cost?
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Prices start at $62 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 Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour 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 Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour?
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Around 2 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 Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour 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 Grand Canyon VIP Helicopter Tour, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports. 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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