
Statue of Liberty & Liberty Island Guided Tour with Ferry
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Is Statue of Liberty & Liberty Island Guided Tour with Ferry worth booking?
Statue of Liberty & Liberty Island Guided Tour with Ferry is a 2-hour experience in New York, United States, from $60 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $60 per person
Skip the stress of planning and experience the Statue of Liberty the easy way. With pre-purchased ferry tickets included, you'll head straight to Liberty Island with a licensed NYC guide who will bring the story of Lady
What you get
- Access to Ellis Island & Immigration Museum (self-guided)
- Licensed NYC Tour Guide
- Guided Tour of Statue of Liberty and Liberty Island
- Access to the Statue of Liberty Museum (self-guided)
- Round-trip ferry tickets to Liberty and Ellis Islands
About this experience
Skip the stress of planning and experience the Statue of Liberty the easy way. With pre-purchased ferry tickets included, you'll head straight to Liberty Island with a licensed NYC guide who will bring the story of Lady Liberty to life. After the guided tour, enjoy free time to explore the Statue of Liberty Museum before continuing to Ellis Island at your own pace—all in one seamless experience. Meet your guide in Battery Park and bypass the hassle of buying ferry tickets. Board the ferry together and enjoy stunning views of the New York skyline as you cruise across the harbor. Once on Liberty Island, discover the history, symbolism, and fascinating stories behind one of the world's most famous landmarks. Then explore the Statue of Liberty Museum before visiting Ellis Island independently, where you can uncover the stories of millions of immigrants who entered America through its historic halls. Return to Manhattan whenever you're ready using your included ferry ticket.
What's included
Included
- Access to Ellis Island & Immigration Museum (self-guided)
- Licensed NYC Tour Guide
- Guided Tour of Statue of Liberty and Liberty Island
- Access to the Statue of Liberty Museum (self-guided)
- Round-trip ferry tickets to Liberty and Ellis Islands
Not included
- Guided tour inside the Statue of Liberty Museum
- Guided tour inside Ellis Island Immigration Museum
- Gratuities (optional)
What you'll see and do
Castle Clinton National Monument
Walk through Battery Park past the historic Castle Clinton, a 19th-century fortification that once defended New York Harbor and later served as the city's main immigration processing station before Ellis Island. A great first taste of the history that defines Lower Manhattan.
10 minutes here
Statue of Liberty
Board your reserved ferry at Whitehall Terminal and cruise across New York Harbor. Your guide provides live narration as the Manhattan skyline fades behind you and the Statue of Liberty comes into full view ahead.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Liberty Island
Step onto Liberty Island and explore the grounds with your expert licensed NYC guide. Discover the fascinating story behind one of the world's most recognizable monuments—its design, symbolism, and lasting significance to generations of Americans and visitors alike. At the end of the guided tour, you're free to return to Manhattan with your guide or continue exploring on your own. Visit the Statue of Liberty Museum, then take the ferry to Ellis Island with included tickets to explore the National Museum of Immigration at your own pace before returning to Manhattan whenever you're ready.
60 minutes here
Statue of Liberty Museum
If you choose to continue exploring after your guided tour, your next stop is the Statue of Liberty Museum. Explore at your own pace, come face to face with the original torch, and discover interactive exhibits that tell the remarkable story of Lady Liberty. Once you're ready, hop aboard the ferry to Ellis Island to continue your adventure.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Ellis Island
Hop the ferry to Ellis Island, the gateway through which over 12 million immigrants passed in search of a better life. Walk the same halls they walked and explore one of America's most powerful and personal museums.
30 minutes here
Ellis Island Immigration Museum
Step into the place where generations of newcomers began their journey to America. Explore Ellis Island at your own pace, visit the fascinating National Museum of Immigration, browse the exhibits, trace your family's roots, or simply relax with a meal or snack at the island's café before returning to Manhattan.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
Meet your tour guide in front of Starbucks Coffee located on the corner of Pearl Street and State Street.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Guided portion of this tour ends at Statue of Liberty Museum at Liberty Island. You will have an option to discover the museum on your own, visit Ellis Island, and 9/11 Museum with One World Observatory depending on the option you have selected.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Experience NYC™
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $60 to $109
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Statue of Liberty & Liberty Island Guided Tour with Ferry: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does Statue of Liberty & Liberty Island Guided Tour with Ferry cost?
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Prices start at $60 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 & Liberty Island Guided Tour with Ferry take?
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Plan for about 2 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 & Liberty Island Guided Tour with Ferry worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 & Liberty Island Guided Tour with Ferry?
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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 & Liberty Island Guided Tour with Ferry suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Statue of Liberty & Liberty Island Guided Tour with Ferry?
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Around 0 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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Statue of Liberty & Liberty Island Guided Tour with Ferry 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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