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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour

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from $41.46

Opening Hours

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  • The tour usually takes place at 9:15 am.
  • Additional tours are available at 8.30 am and 10.15 pm during the summer season.

    • Duration

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    What It Is

    • This enriching guided tour takes you back in time to the period when mass immigration brought various settlers to the American soil.
    • The guided tour introduces one of the fist stopping points that the travellers used on their way to their destination.
    • The Statue of Liberty monument marks this historical.
    • During the guided tour, the participants have an opportunity to examine the iconic monument from afar and up close.
    • From Liberty and Ellis Islands, beautiful views of New York's skyline are some of the most photogenic sites around the city.
    • Furthermore, the tour takes you to neighbouring Ellis Island where you will take a guided tour of the Ellis Island Museum.

    Your Experience With Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour

    • During this guided tour, you will take a ferry ride and visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.
    • The informative tour of Ellis Island highlights the history of immigration to New York and the U.S.A.
    • Tour the Statue of Liberty's Museum and Pedestal.
    • You'll aso get to visit the Ellis Island Museum and learn about how the Statue of Liberty.
    • Discover the complicated architecture which keeps our lady standing. .

    What Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour Includes?

    • Round-trip ferry to the island.
    • Entrance to the Statue of Liberty's Pedestal.
    • A guided tour of the Ellis Island Museum.
    • Professional and friendly guide.

    Things Before Go

    • If the tour is cancelled (in the case of severe weather or insufficient reservation for) then you will be offered the same tour on an alternative day or issued a full refund.
    • Due to the popularity of this tour, you should reserve your ticket as well in advance if possible.
    • You can bring only water into the Statue of Liberty's Pedestal, bags and other items are not permitted.

    Tips

    • To reach the Statue of Liberty's crown, you need to be capable of climbing 363 steps on your way up.
    • You can bring only camera bags and small purses inside the celebrated monument.
    • Using a locker for 2 hours costs $2.

    Is It Suitable for Me?

    • This engaging half-day trip offers a great experience outside the hustle and bustle of New York's streets.
    • The tour is therefore ideal for anyone needing a small break from the city.
      • This is an educational tour and it will be especially interesting for fans of history and architecture.
    • Also great for photographers, there will be plenty of magnificent photo opportunities.

    Travellers Talk

    • On Get Your Guide, the overall rating of this tour is 4.9 out of 5.
    • On Viator, the tour is rated with a full 5 out of 5-stars.
    • Individual ratings of these islands are mostly around 5 on TripAdvisor.
    • People who have participated in this guided tour talk about the exceptional quality of the service provided by tour guides.
    • Also, comments indicate that the half-day trip offers a great value for money.

    Best Times to Visit

    • The guided tour of Liberty and Ellis Islands is available on a daily basis throughout the year.

    Ticket Information


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      Routes/Attractions

      • The Staue of Liberty (Museum and Pedestal)
      • Ellis Island.
      • The Immigration Museum

      Address / Pick up Location

      • Meeting Point: Castle Clinton National Monument, located in Battery Park.

      Disabled Access

      • This activity is not wheelchair friendly.

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