America's Story: Liberty & Ellis Island Exclusive Tour
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Hear the stories of immigrants who passed through Ellis Island and learn about the creation and symbolism of the Statue of Liberty. On this guided tour, your expert New Yorker will get your reserve-line ferry tickets and ride with you to Liberty Island and afterward, if you select our Comprehensive Tour, to Ellis Island for a tour of the landmarks around the island, such as the wall of honour. Once the tour ends, the exploration doesn't stop there as you can continue inside the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration to explore its multiple floors at your own pace. An audio guide is included to help. You’ll also have time to visit the Statue of Liberty Museum as your guide prepares you for what you’ll see inside. Our Liberty Express option offers a 2 hour guided tour across the water, and on Liberty Island, where you'll learn all about the Statue of Liberty and our expert guide will also give you facts and tips if you wanted to visit the museum on your own after the tour.
Reviews
Reviews and Rating (Tripadvisor)
5 stars
Reviews by Tripadvisor travelers
danielbB8147ZB, 11/5/2025 4:41:37 PM
Ray R was a fantastic guide and we thoroughly enjoyed our tour and all of the wonderful knowledge he bestowed upon us. Told with great passion and humour. Our kids, 6 and 8, also had a great afternoon and Ray made them feel welcome and included them whenever he could. Highly recommend.
Robert_M, 11/5/2025 2:59:18 PM
Owen was a great tour guide! We learned so much about not only the Statue of Liberty but NYC also. 100% recommend to any tourist
hilda_h, 11/5/2025 2:23:09 PM
Jake was extremely knowledgeable on this tour. We learned so much about the great state of New York! Fantastic tour and tour guide. I wholeheartedly recommend it!!
davidwT3994JJ, 11/5/2025 1:13:42 PM
Tour of Liberty Island and Ellis Island was outstanding. Celia was an awesome tour guide. Very personable, engaging, and knowledgeable. I highly recommend!
jesuslV9537IJ, 11/5/2025 9:53:38 AM
Excellent tour specially with tour guide Charlie Meaney. I highly recommend it to everyone visiting New York city. I enjoy it very much
denisgZ7081MV, 11/4/2025 6:53:17 PM
Anthony was an amazing guide! Passion and knowledge! Really enjoyed the visit! We all were amused about the experience!
Rawan I, 11/4/2025 3:27:48 PM
I absolutely loved this tour! Jake was amazing — super friendly, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable. The whole tour was so interesting and informative, and his storytelling skills were just incredible! I was engaged the entire time and didn’t feel bored for even a single second. Definitely one of the best tours I’ve ever done. Highly recommend! 🙌✨
18laurencen, 11/4/2025 11:42:21 AM
Anthony was amazing and full of useful information. Great tour. Highly recommend. For families with young kids of all ages.
O6710NPjessican, 11/4/2025 11:40:03 AM
Our guide Anthony was excellent and very informative. Such a great personality, very enthusiastic, an enjoyable tour. Recommend
T4791RWtracyp, 11/4/2025 11:28:51 AM
10 out of 10! Where do I even begin to express my gratitude for Sean from Ireland! What an incredible human being who truly touched our lives during our Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island tour. From the moment we arrived, Sean was welcoming, engaging, and made sure everyone was comfortable and accounted for. He even prepared us for what was ahead, sharing which side of the boat offered the best views as we sailed to the island. We proudly became known as Team Canada! Sean’s storytelling brought history to life. His theatrical explanations transported us back in time as he described the creation of the Statue of Liberty and the moving stories behind Ellis Island. With his photography background, he had such a unique way of highlighting the beauty in Liberty’s design, her intricate details, and the breathtaking landscape around her. Sean also made sure to capture memories for everyone, taking photos of each group in front of the Statue of Liberty. When I asked if he’d mind taking a family photo with the Manhattan skyline behind us, he was more than happy to oblige. His subtle sarcasm and humor added the perfect touch throughout the day—we enjoyed every single moment with him! Thank you, Sean, for making history come alive and for making it so much fun! We highly recommend Sean, and if you’re lucky enough to request him, you absolutely won’t be disappointed!
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour. The tour departs promptly and if late, you will NOT be able to catch up and will miss the tour. There are no refunds for missing the tour.
- Please note the earliest time tour will have the least wait. Later tours will encounter longer wait times.
- Your ferry ticket includes access to both islands, although for afternoon tours, there may not be enough time to visit Ellis Island.
- Food available for purchase on the ferry, at the Statue of Liberty, and on Ellis Island
- Operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately.
- Security screening will take place prior to entering the ferry. Visitors to the park are required to undergo airport-style security screening.
- Photographs are permitted, but tripods and monopods are prohibited.
- Children 3 and under free with paid adult ticket.
- Guides are wearing orange hats AND/OR blue shirts or jackets.
- Pedestal and crown access are not included in your tour. Guided tours are not allowed in the pedestal or crown at the Statue of Liberty
Departure point
Meet your guide on the steps outside of Castle Clinton's North Entrance. Castle Clinton is inside Battery Park on the southern tip of Manhattan. Your guide will have your entry tickets. Just show up and tell the guide your name. They will be wearing an orange hat and/or a blue jacket/shirt.Return details
Hear the stories of immigrants who passed through Ellis Island and learn about the creation and symbolism of the Statue of Liberty. On this guided tour, your expert New Yorker will get your reserve-line ferry tickets and ride with you to Liberty Island and afterward, if you select our Comprehensive Tour, to Ellis Island for a tour of the landmarks around the island, such as the wall of honour. Once the tour ends, the exploration doesn't stop there as you can continue inside the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration to explore its multiple floors at your own pace. An audio guide is included to help. You’ll also have time to visit the Statue of Liberty Museum as your guide prepares you for what you’ll see inside. Our Liberty Express option offers a 2 hour guided tour across the water, and on Liberty Island, where you'll learn all about the Statue of Liberty and our expert guide will also give you facts and tips if you wanted to visit the museum on your own after the tour.Redemption
More info here: https://www.exp1.com/new-york-tours/welcome-statue/ • Please meet your guide on the 3 steps outside of Castle Clinton's North Entrance. This is the entrance on facing the Manhattan buildings. Castle Clinton is inside Battery Park. • Your guide will have your tickets. Just tell the guide your name. • Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour. The tour departs promptly and if late, you will NOT be able to catch up and will miss the tour. There are no refunds for missing the tour. • Security screening will take place prior to entering the ferry. Visitors to the park are required to undergo airport-style security screening. • DRIVING/PARKING - There is no on-site parking. Parking can be difficult. Please plan ahead to find an available garage that is close to the meeting location. Allocate additional time to find parking space and walking to the meeting location. We recommend taking public transport. • TAXI - Tell the taxi Battery Park. That will get you close to the meeting location. From there, you can walk south to Castle Clinton, which is the round brick building. Our staff will be OUTSIDE of the building. IMPORTANT: Tour end points vary depending on which tour option you choose. • The 4 Hour Comprehensive Tour includes a tour of Ellis Island and the tour finishes on Ellis Island. • The Express Tour doesn't include Ellis Island and the tour will finish at Liberty Island.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund