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New York City Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour

TourTruth score 5.7 out of 10

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28 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • New York City
  • Updated November 1, 2026

Explore NYC's Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with a ferry tour, audio guide, and museum access. Discover the stories behind these iconic landmarks.

About this tour

Embark on a captivating journey through New York City's iconic Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Start at Battery Park, where you'll board a ferry to these historic sites. On Liberty Island, marvel at the Statue of Liberty and explore the new museum. Continue to Ellis Island to delve into the stories of over 12 million immigrants at the National Museum of Immigration. With an engaging audio guide, uncover hidden histories and cultural impacts. This tour offers a unique blend of storytelling, reflection, and soundscapes, providing a fresh perspective on these monumental landmarks. Book now to explore the heart of America's immigrant legacy.

Highlights

  • Immerse in the history of iconic landmarks
  • Listen to engaging audio narratives
  • Discover stories of immigrants and suffragettes
  • Reflect on liberty's legacy during ferry ride
  • Access exclusive bonus audio tracks

What's included

Included

  • Round-trip ferry tickets from Battery Park
  • General admission to Liberty Island grounds
  • Admission to the Statue of Liberty Museum
  • Access to Ellis Island and Immigration Museum
  • Official National Park Service audio guide
  • Web-based companion audio guide

Not included

  • Access to the pedestal or crown
  • Headphones (bring your own)
  • Food and drink

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Important information

  • Ferry tickets and audio tour instructions emailed post-booking
  • Bring headphones and a charged smartphone
  • Web-based companion audio tour
  • NPS audio guide available at islands
  • 3–5 hours needed for full experience
  • Security screening at Battery Park

Frequently asked questions

What should I bring?

Bring headphones and a fully charged smartphone for the audio tour.

How long does the tour take?

Allow 3–5 hours to fully experience both Liberty and Ellis Islands.

Are there age restrictions?

Minors under 17 must be accompanied by an adult 25 or older.

What time should I arrive?

Arrive at least 30 minutes early for security screening at Battery Park.

What is not allowed?

Weapons, large bags, alcohol, and smoking are prohibited.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 3.70 from 28 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in New York City
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 5.7.

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