Private Statue of Liberty: Expert-Guided Tour

Embark on a private tour of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with ExperienceFirst. Explore these iconic NYC landmarks with a local expert, gaining unique insights and a deeper connection to their rich history.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Battery Park - Meet your guide here and get a brief introduction to Battery Park before heading to the ferries.
  • Manhattan Skyline - Take in the amazing views of New York city on the ferry ride to the islands.
  • Statue of Liberty - Visit this powerful symbol of freedom with your own private guide!
  • Ellis Island - Walk in the…
What's Included
  • Round-Trip ferry ticket to Liberty and Ellis Island
  • Access to the museum on Ellis Island
  • Access to the new museum on Liberty Island
  • Professional guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Crown and Pedestal access at the Statue of Liberty
Additional Information

ExperienceFirst presents a personalized journey through the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, with guidance from a local specialist. This exclusive tour provides a tailored experience of these quintessential New York City sites. Your excursion includes a boat trip, as well as all required admission fees. Immerse yourself into the profound story of the…

Location
Castle Clinton National Monument
Please meet your guide on the steps outside of Castle Clinton's North Entrance (the far side from the water). The tour guide will be there 15 minutes before the tour starts and will be wearing an orange hat AND/OR a blue shirt or jacket.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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L856gc_
Oct 3, 2025
Great Experience - Our tour was great! Our guide, Ray R shared with us interesting details and facts about Liberty and Ellis Islands. Well orgenized and fun tour
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Yasmink995
Oct 2, 2025
Very good - Sergio was the best tour guide ! He was so enthusiastic, answered all of our questions and was very patient with us throughout!
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Josephpamelad
Oct 2, 2025
Statue of Liberty - Sean was our guide for Statue of Liberty and Ellis island. He is such an incredible story teller! And made the experience personal and heartwarming! Highly recommend!!
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Haroldy891
Oct 1, 2025
One Stop Shop for NYC Tours - Joseph is an awesome guide. Full of knowledge with his sense of humor, kept everyone’s attention. We thoroughly enjoyed presentation.
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Marysy2784ai
Sep 29, 2025
Goldilocks would love this excursion - Our tour guide Celia was fantastic. The entire tour was fun & informative. It was good for seniors & the little ones too. Not too long or too short. It was just right.
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Troyel2025
Sep 27, 2025
Had a great time with an awesome tour guide - Emily is an amazing tour guide who is full of information and easily handled my kiddo’s rapid-fire questions. She is super friendly and a wealth of knowledge
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Magdalk9061vs
Sep 27, 2025
Liberty tour a must do - Celia was very knowledgeable. We learned a lot of things about statue of liberty. She also was funny and made the tour seem easy and enjoyable.
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592aramisf
Sep 25, 2025
Jay's Excellent Tour - Jay was an awesome and fun tour guide that shared a lot of interesting knowledge. His passion and presentation displays as a good leader and even skills as a teacher. Would definitely recommend this tour to others. Thanks for the great experience and taking our pictures! -The Finleys
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Trailblazer708249
Sep 24, 2025
From the beginning to the end it was everything we wanted in a tour of the statue of liberty and Ellis Island. - Our guide was knowledgeable, congenial, patient, and effusive with his manners and speech. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience and wholeheartedly recommend our guide. I'm half in the bag now and cannot remember his name but do recall the guided tour was excellent. Shalom.
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Explore03988815529
Sep 19, 2025
New York New York - Our guide for the tour was simply amazing. Stalina used her experience to tell everyone where to get the best views and even took people’s photos at the best place possible of the lady. She said every sentence in a couple of languages and her knowledge of not only the two islands was excellent while also talking about other parts of New York history.
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From $420
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).