NYC: Statue of Liberty & 911 Memorial & Museum-8:30am 1st Tour
Overview
Explore New York’s landmarks on a guided tour of the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island—with flexible access to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Choose an English, Spanish, or French guide and skip the lines with pre-reserved tickets.
Begin at Battery Park where your guide sets the scene with a brief history before you board the ferry. Enjoy views of New York Harbor and the Manhattan skyline en route to Liberty Island.
On Liberty Island, learn about Lady Liberty’s history and symbolism—designed by Gustave Eiffel—capture photos, and explore the Statue of Liberty Museum.
Next, visit Ellis Island to discover the immigrant experience through exhibits at the Immigration Museum before returning to Battery Park.
Conclude at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum with your flexible ticket, reflecting on September 11, 2001 and viewing the twin reflecting pools set within the former Twin Towers’ footprints.
What's Included
- Entry to Statue of Liberty Museum
- Entry to the Ellis Island National Immigration Museum
- Ferry tickets to Liberty Island & Ellis Island
- Expedited access to the ferry
- Flexible entry ticket for 9/11 Museum
- Professional Guide in English, Spanish or French (depending on option chosen)
- Guided Tour of Liberty Island, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island,
- Access to the pedestal or crown of the Statue of Liberty
- Gratuities
- Live tour guide inside the Ellis Island Museum
- Guided Tour of 9/11 Memorial & Museum
- Live tour guide inside Statue of Liberty Museum
Meeting Location
State Street
New York, NY 10004, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Battery Park
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Castle Clinton National Monument
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Liberty Island
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Statue of Liberty
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Statue of Liberty Museum
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ellis Island
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ellis Island Immigration Museum
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Battery Park
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9/11 Memorial Pools
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9/11 Memorial & Museum
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- A mandatory airport grade security screening is conducted prior to boarding the ferry. This means no open containers, alcohol, weapons, large bags, luggage or scooters are allowed.
- Minors (17 or under) must be accompanied by an adult (25+)
- Your flexible entry ticket to 9/11 Museum gives you admission anytime between 12pm and 3pm directly after your guided tour of the Statue of Liberty..
- This tour operates in all weather conditions, so please dress accordingly
- Due to local regulations, the Statue of Liberty Museum, Ellis Island, and the Ellis Island Immigration Museum may not be open on the date of your visit
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: Will I get seasick on NYC: Statue of Liberty & 911 Memorial & Museum-8:30am 1st Tour?
A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023
Reviews
Average 4.15 out of 5 stars based on 13 traveler reviews collected by Cool New York City and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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