New York City: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island with Ferry
Liberty Island, New York
Explore the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and their museums at your own pace with self-guided audio guides. Soak up the views of the iconic skyline with a round-trip ferry service from New Jersey.
Statue City Cruises Official Ferry to Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island
This authorized ferry service departs from New York City and New Jersey, ideal for visitors wanting to explore the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island independently.
Highlights
- Official ferry access to Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
- Multilingual audio guides available for both attractions
- Visit the Statue of Liberty Museum, featuring Lady Liberty's original torch
- Views of New York City skyline and harbor from the ferry
Description
Statue City Cruises offers roundtrip ferry service from Battery Park, NYC, or Liberty State Park, New Jersey. Bypass ticket lines with your pre-purchased ticket and board the ferry for a self-guided tour of Liberty Island and Ellis Island.
At Liberty Island, use the multilingual audio guide to learn about the Statue of Liberty's history and enjoy views of New York Harbor. Children have access to a special narrated version of the tour.
Next, the ferry delivers you to Ellis Island Immigration Museum, where the audio guide details the experience of millions who arrived in America seeking new opportunities.
Return to your original departure point by ferry at your chosen time.
Includes
- Roundtrip ferry service
- Access to Liberty Island
- Access to Ellis Island
- Self-guided audio tours for Liberty and Ellis Islands
- Entry to the Statue of Liberty Museum
- Entry to Ellis Island National Immigration Museum
Excludes
- Access to the Statue of Liberty Crown
- Pedestal or interior access inside the statue
- Genealogical research on Ellis Island
Important Information
- Not all departure times include Liberty Island access; departures at 2 PM or later do not allow enough time to visit Ellis Island.
- Beware of unauthorized vendors inside Battery Park; official staff are available at Castle Clinton and the ferry boarding areas.
- For a visit to both islands, choose a departure before 1:00 PM.
- Allow 4–6 hours to fully explore the attractions.
- Lines to enter the Statue of Liberty can exceed 3 hours during peak times.
- All visitors must pass airport-grade security screening before boarding.
- Prohibited items will be confiscated by the United States Park Police.
- Visitors under 17 must be accompanied by an adult aged 25 or older.
- Children aged 0-3 enter free.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes. Book tickets in advance and opt for early departures to maximize your visit time.
