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Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry + Audioguide

No trip to the Big Apple is complete without a visit to the Statue of Liberty. On this tour, you’ll travel to this iconic monument and Ellis Island aboard the official ferry, accompanied by an audio guide in English to make the most of the experience.

No trip to the Big Apple is complete without a visit to the Statue of Liberty. On this tour, you’ll travel to this iconic monument and Ellis Island aboard the official ferry, accompanied by an audio guide in English to make the most of the experience.

Statue City Cruises: The Official Ferry to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

After passing through security, you’ll board the Statue City Cruises ferry, the only officially authorized transportation service to sail to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Are you ready to set sail?

We'll set course for our first stop: Liberty Island. Once you disembark, you'll be able to admire the majestic Statue of Liberty up close—one of the world’s most famous and iconic monuments. With your audio guide, you’ll explore the island at your own pace, discover the history of its construction and its architectural details, and visit the Statue of Liberty Museum to learn countless fascinating facts.

Next, you'll board the boat again to head to Ellis Island, a pivotal site in modern U.S. history. There, you can visit the National Museum of Immigration and learn about the lives of the millions of immigrants who arrived on U.S. shores between the 19th and 20th centuries.

After completing both cultural visits, you’ll take the ferry back to the starting point.

Tour Options

When making your reservation, you can choose which of the following locations you'd prefer to start the activity from:

Ferry From New York

On the day of the activity, you’ll need to go to Battery Park in New York, located next to the Castle Clinton monument. There, you’ll find signs directing you to the security checkpoint, where you’ll need to show your ticket before boarding the ferry.

Ferry From New Jersey

If you prefer to start the tour from New Jersey, you should go to Liberty State Park (New Jersey Departure Terminal, in the CRRNJ Terminal Building, located at 1 Audrey Zapp Drive, Jersey City). After passing through security, you’ll board the ferry to begin the crossing.

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Language

The activity takes place with an audioguide in English. The activity takes place with an audioguide in English.

Included

Round–trip ferry between Manhattan, Liberty Island and Ellis Island

Audio guide in English at the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island

Admission to the Statue of Liberty Museum (free)

Admission ticket to the Immigration Museum (free)

Not included

Admission to the crown or the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty

When to book?

You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.

Sustainability conditions

All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

Sustainability Code

Our providers commit to:

  • Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
  • Reduce, reuse, recycle.
  • Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
  • Uphold fair employment standards.
  • Foster the growth of local communities.
  • Preserve the integrity of local culture.
  • Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
  • Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
  • Operate with honesty and transparency.
  • Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

  • No printing of documentation required.

Pets

Not permitted.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

    A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.

  • Q - How to book?

    A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

  • Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?

    A - Statue City Cruises Corporate name: Statue Cruises LLC Registered Office: PO Box 482, Jersey City, United States Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 208877253 Contact information Email: suzanne.roman@hornblower.com Phone: 877-523-9849

If you have any other questions please contact us.

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