Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island private half-day guided tour
Activities

Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island private half-day guided tour

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£295.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Why you’ll love this…
  • Explore Liberty Island, home to the Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island
  • Learn about a remarkable story
  • Visit Ellis Island and discover the history of US immigration
  • Enjoy the breathtaking view of the Manhattan skyline from the water
What to expect

Discover New York from a different perspective on a tour that takes you out to the islands in Upper Bay, with visits to both the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, you will also learn the history of many of the immigrants who helped grow the wealth and history of the United States. Plus, Roundtrip ferry tickets are included too.

It is estimated that forty percent of the entire US population can trace at least one relative's arrival in the US, through the port of New York and Ellis Island. At Ellis Island, you will discover the many extraordinary stories of families journeying to New York City since the earliest days of the United States' founding. At the museum, your expert local guide will talk you through some of the exhibits on display. You will also have time to properly enjoy the museum at your own pace, as you immerse yourself in a similar journey to that of a newly arrived person, before the ferry back to Manhattan.

Begin your tour at Castle Clinton, a former Fort in Battery Park, where you will board the ferry to the famous Liberty Island. Along the way, you will learn about the remarkable history of the Statue of Liberty, as well as its significance to modern America. From here, you will also be able to enjoy a breathtaking view over the Manhattan skylines and harbor.

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What's included
  • check Statue of Liberty Museum on Liberty Island
  • check Immigration Museum access at Ellis Island
  • check Private tour
  • check Ferry ticket
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
Where

Castle Clinton National Monument, New York, NY 10004, United States

Meeting point:
Meet your guide at the base of the flagpole inside Castle Clinton National Monument. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time of the tour.
What to remember

Not allowed:

  • A separate guide inside the Statue of Liberty Museum and the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Your guide will give you full information on each island and then silently accompany you through the museums. He/she will be able to answer questions you may have but not actually “guide” you through the museums

Know in advance:

  • This tour does not include internal access to the Statue
  • Tour times may change based on ticket availability. You do not need to do anything at this time. The local operator will be in touch if this affects your booking
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Provider
Travel Curious Limited
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 30 days before the experience begins.

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