Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island: Private Half-Day Guided Tour

New To The Site! New York City, USA

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3 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview

You will 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 harbour.

Boarding at Liberty Island, you will hear all about the fascinating history of the Liberty figure, and how this 100th birthday gift to America from France was shipped from Paris to New York, and finally unveiled after 10 years of construction in 1886.

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.

You will be able to grab a bite to eat on the island, or alternatively, you may purchase some snacks on the ferry back to Manhattan.

What's Included

  • A professional tour guide for your own private group
  • Statue of Liberty Museum on Liberty Island
  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
  • Food and drink
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off, we recommend a meeting point
  • Other cost of transportation on the day (if required)
  • Tickets to the Pedestal/Crown
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Castle Clinton National Monument, Battery Park - Liberty Island, New York, NY 10004, USA

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Your guide will meet you at the base of the flagpole inside Castle Clinton National Monument, Battery Park, New York, NY 10004, United States.

End point

New York, NY, USA

Finish point will be close to public transport and taxi links within New York City, and the guide will assist you on your journey.

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What To Expect

Liberty Island

Visit Liberty Island and Ellis Island in just 3.5 hours, with tickets included. Enjoy booked priority entry into the Liberty Island Ferry Screening Facility Queue in Battery Park, and sit back and relax as your local guide expertly navigates you between the islands’ must-see sights and best photo opportunities.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Ellis Island

Explore Ellis Island and the story of US immigration. Here, you will end your tour, where your tour guide will give you the option to return with him/her to Battery Park or to stay longer on the island and take the 15-min Ferry back to Battery park at a later time.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-255730P260


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Cancellation Policy

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).

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