Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry from New Jersey

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Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry from New Jersey, photo 4

New York, USA

Non-refundable

This ticket cannot be cancelled and is non-refundable

About this tour

This ticket covers the round-trip ferry across New York Harbor to Liberty Island and Ellis Island, so you can see the Statue of Liberty up close instead of from the skyline. You get access to the grounds of both islands, admission to the Statue of Liberty Museum, and an audio tour that fills in the history as you walk. Priority entry into the security screening queue helps you skip some of the wait. Plan on a comfortable half day out on the water.

Highlights

Ferry ride across New York Harbor with wide views of the Manhattan skyline and the statue itself
Climb to the crown for panoramic views over the harbor and the New York City skyline
Statue of Liberty Museum, where the story behind the monument comes together
Walk the grounds of Liberty Island with open water views toward Manhattan and Ellis Island
Learn why the statue still stands as a symbol of freedom and new beginnings
See the original 1886 copper figure up close, its surface long since weathered from reddish-brown to pale green
A French gift shaped by Bartholdi, with the internal iron framework engineered by Gustave Eiffel

Places You Will Visit

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Included / Excluded

Round-trip ferry to Liberty Island (Statue of Liberty National Monument) and Ellis Island (Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration)
Priority entry into the security screening queue
Access to the grounds of Liberty Island and Ellis Island
Admission to the Statue of Liberty Museum
Audio tours of Liberty Island and Ellis Island

Good to Know: Access Levels, Ellis Island, and Getting There

The Statue of Liberty is best known for its outline, but there's more to see once you're on the island, and how much depends on your ticket. Everyone can walk the grounds; pedestal tickets get you inside the base and out onto a balcony directly beneath the statue, with views over the harbor, Ellis Island, and the Manhattan skyline; crown access takes you up a narrow spiral staircase to small windows at the top, and those tickets are strictly limited. The best photo spots are along the waterfront promenade facing Manhattan, where you can frame the statue against the skyline.

Most ferry tickets also stop at Ellis Island, home to the National Museum of Immigration. More than 12 million people entered the United States through this gateway between 1892 and 1954, and the restored station tells their stories, including the Great Hall where arrivals were processed. Ferries run from Battery Park in Lower Manhattan and Liberty State Park in New Jersey, both reachable by subway and bus, so public transit is easier than dealing with parking.

The Statue of Liberty is generally open 09:00 to 17:00, with last entry to the monument at 15:30, though hours shift by season and the site closes on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Check the current ferry schedule before you go for first and last departures. It runs noticeably cooler and windier out on the water than on the Manhattan streets, so bring a layer, and leave buffer time for the screening and ferry queues in summer.

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Available Days / Times

Monday : 09:00, 09:15, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 14:15, 14:30, 14:45, 15:00, 15:15
Tuesday : 09:00, 09:15, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 14:15, 14:30, 14:45, 15:00, 15:15
Wednesday : 09:00, 09:15, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 14:15, 14:30, 14:45, 15:00, 15:15
Thursday : 09:00, 09:15, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 14:15, 14:30, 14:45, 15:00, 15:15
Friday : 09:00, 09:15, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 14:15, 14:30, 14:45, 15:00, 15:15
Saturday : 09:00, 09:15, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 14:15, 14:30, 14:45, 15:00, 15:15
Sunday : 09:00, 09:15, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 14:15, 14:30, 14:45, 15:00, 15:15

Last updated: Oct 23, 2026

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Important Information

Ferry tickets land you on Liberty Island and usually Ellis Island; harbor sightseeing cruises circle the statue but don't stop on either island.
There's no bridge or land route: the only way onto Liberty Island is the ferry from Manhattan or New Jersey.
Crown access needs a separate reservation and often sells out months ahead.
Between the ferry, security screening, and both islands, most visitors spend 3 to 5 hours here.
Visiting several NYC attractions? A city pass or combo ticket may save time and money.
Guided options add narration and often priority ferry boarding if you'd rather have structure.
Go early: ferry and security lines get busier later in the day, especially weekends and peak season.
Both islands are wheelchair accessible, but the crown involves a narrow staircase not suited to limited mobility.
On sightseeing cruises, infants usually sit on a parent's lap unless a separate seat is booked.
Security screening is required before boarding the ferry.
Large bags and certain items may be restricted at screening.
No eating, drinking, or smoking inside the Statue of Liberty.
Photography is fine; tripods and commercial filming need permission.
No pets on the monument or islands, service animals excepted.

FAQs

How do I book Statue of Liberty tickets?

You can book online through our website, where you'll find verified tickets and can compare the available options.

Where can I buy Statue of Liberty tickets?

Buy them online in advance. On our site you can compare verified tickets, ferry access, and cruises before you go.

How do I get to the Statue of Liberty?

Only by ferry, departing from Battery Park in Lower Manhattan or Liberty State Park in New Jersey.

How long is the ferry ride to the Statue of Liberty?

About 15 to 20 minutes from either Battery Park or Liberty State Park.

What is included in the Statue of Liberty ticket?

Standard ferry tickets cover access to Liberty Island, Ellis Island, and the Statue of Liberty Museum. Crown access is a separate reservation.

How far in advance should I book tickets?

Book weeks ahead, and much further for crown access, which often sells out months in advance.

Are there any discounts available for Statue of Liberty tickets?

Check our website to compare the current deals and ticket options.

What should I bring when visiting the Statue of Liberty?

Comfortable shoes, water, sunscreen, and a camera. Expect airport-style security screening before boarding.

Is the Statue of Liberty worth visiting?

Yes. Seeing it up close on the island combines real history, harbor views, and the story of American immigration in one trip.

Where is the Statue of Liberty and how do you reach it?

It stands on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, and the only way there is by ferry, so build the boat trip into your plans.

Who built the Statue of Liberty?

It was a gift from France, dedicated in 1886. Frederic Auguste Bartholdi designed the copper shell and Gustave Eiffel engineered the iron framework inside.

Why is the Statue of Liberty green?

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