Statue of Liberty: Morning, Afternoon, Express Tours
4.7
1,300 Ratings
New York
Experience the Statue of Liberty like never before with our morning, afternoon, and express tour options. Avoid the crowds, explore with a knowledgeable guide, or enjoy a quick tour. Pre-reserved tickets included!
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Battery Park - Begin your Statue of Liberty tour at Battery Park, the historical gateway to Liberty Island. If you choose the 30-minute express tour, your guide will give you a crash course in all things Lady Liberty as they show you around the park and lead you to the ferry. From the essential, must-see sights at the Statue and Ellis Island to practical tips that will ensure a hassle-free visit, you’ll be properly equipped with all the knowledge you need for a smooth, insightful outing by the time you part ways from your guide at the ferry. If you’ve chosen the four-hour tour, your guide will share a bit of Manhattan history with you in Battery Park before boarding the ferry with your small group to sail away from Manhattan to greet the Statue of Liberty.
What's Included
- Pre-reserved ticket to Statue of Liberty Island (exterior access)
- Local English-speaking guide
- Official audio guide on Ellis Island
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Pre-reserved ticket to Ellis Island (includes Ellis Island museum)
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
- Statue of Liberty Crown and Pedestal
- Lockers are $2.00
Additional Information
Options
Morning Excursion of 4 Hours
Embark on an early morning journey to avoid the mass. The ticket is pre-booked for your convenience.
Afternoon Journey of 4 Hours
Explore the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island post-noon under the guidance of an informed attendant. Ticket is pre-arranged.
Quick 30-Minute Tour
Experience a fast-paced 30-minute guided tour through Battery Park and then on to the ferry. The round-trip ferry ticket is pre-secured.
- This tour is conducted in English only.
- This is a walking tour. While there are stops along the way, guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- You are required to go through airport-style security on this tour. No luggage, weapons, or food (except for water in a clear container) is allowed. Confiscated items will not be returned.
- Due to circumstances beyond our control, sites may occasionally close. We make every effort to stay as close to the advertised itinerary as possible but substitutions/omissions may be necessary.
- Upon arrival at Liberty Island bags and backpacks must be stored in a locker.
- This tour does not include access to the Statue of Liberty’s Crown.
- The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the tour start time. No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows after tour commencement or departure.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
Location
1 Bowling Green
Bowling Green
This tour meets at 1 Bowling Green, in front of National Museum of the American Indian at the bottom of the Statue with the Sphinx and Lion (when you are facing the museum entrance, it's the last statue on the right). Your guide will be waiting for you holding a green-teal Walks sign.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Melissa_g
Mar 23, 2024
Great tour. Tour guide... - Great tour. Tour guide Joe was very knowledgeable. He provided tremendous background and history of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.
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Sarah_g
Mar 22, 2024
Interesting. - Joe was a fantastic guide, very informative and interesting to listen to. This was a 4 hour tour and the time was well filled.
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Robertn631
Mar 16, 2024
Great guide - Our guide was great and the sights were well worth the tip. Wish we could have entered the pedistal but they were working on it. Worth the time and money.
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Bryant_b
Feb 24, 2024
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour - Historical knowledge of Nikola and the fun and vibrancy he brought to the tour. I Would recommend to others!
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Sodelvag
Feb 17, 2024
Loved it - Sara was amazing.
Took great pictures.
Very informative, friendly, and entertaining.
Made sure all questions were answered.
The views were great, she knew exactly where to stand and go for best views.
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_robertkeft
Feb 14, 2024
A great experience. - We attended the tour today and found our guide, Cherie, most informative and insightful. It made the tour much more enjoyable.
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Wendy_b
Feb 10, 2024
Great tour well worth the fee - Great tour met by Zizi who was very bubbly and friendly. Tour guide was Colin he was really good. Knowledgeable and interesting. Kept it light hearted and fun
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John_h
Mar 21, 2024
Great tour to see and learn more - The guided tour was a great way to see and learn more about our Lady Liberty. Joe was our guide and he did a great job. Joe as very knowledgeable and a great presenter.
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Nicki_h
Mar 13, 2024
Not detailed instructions on where meeting instructions are for meeting address - We showed up 20 min prior to the schedule tour at the meeting place given. We couldn’t find anyone giving a tour. We walked around the whole building. No one. Asked people inside the building, no one had heard of the tour meeting there. Stood around and texted the tour contact. Never received any messages back. Walked across the street after 9:40 and asked people over there if they knew of anything. Showed contact info to people and no one knew what I was talking about. Missed the tour completely. I dont know what else I could have done.
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Sootykenny
Feb 8, 2024
€107.34 for nothing. AVOID! - We didn't get what we paid for. The guide asked us about where we were from before boarding the ferry. The guide didn't stay with us on the ferry, we saw another tour whose guide was with them and giving them history about the statue and the island on the way over. We got a 10 minute mini chat when we got off the boat and then were left again to wander around the statue. Then we got the ferry to Ellis Island and again the guide didn't tell us anything or stay with us. When we got to the island we were given a brief introduction and then told that Guides are not allowed inside. We paid for a 4 hour in depth tour with a guide and we didn't get it. I would avoid booking this and would use the Get Your Guide tours instead as those customers deemed to be getting what they paid for.
I tried to contact TripAdvisor as I booked through them but can't find any way to do that on their site. The tour was so expensive €107.34
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