Statue of Liberty tours, things to do and tickets

The Statue of Liberty is a verifiable American icon and a must-do on anyone's New York bucket list. This flexible tour offers two convenient options for visiting Lady Liberty with expert insights so you can choose whichever best fits your travel plans and preferences. If you're short on time, the two-hour Statue of Liberty Express Tour option offers an introduction to the legendary lady from an expert guide in Battery Park followed by a ferry ride and guided tour of Liberty Island. Choose the four-hour option for a more in-depth visit with your guide including the Statue of Liberty Museum and Ellis Island.

Explore New York’s most iconic landmarks on a guided tour of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Wall Street, and the 9/11 Memorial. Choose from English, Spanish, or French guides, and upgrade for reserved 9/11 Museum entry. Start your journey at Battery Park, where your guide sets the stage before you sail to Liberty Island. Learn the history and symbolism of Lady Liberty, enjoy panoramic views, and visit the "Statue of Liberty Museum" during free time. Next, head to Ellis Island to delve into the immigrant experience at the Immigration Museum, hearing stories of resilience and hope. Return to Battery Park by ferry and continue to Wall Street to see landmarks like the New York Stock Exchange and Federal Hall. Conclude at Ground Zero, paying tribute at the 9/11 Memorial Pools and hearing the story of 9/11. Upgrade for access to the 9/11 Museum to explore its powerful exhibits and artifacts in depth. Choose guided tour of the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island ONLY for shorter tour

Explore New York City in a luxury SUV on a private, customized tour. This 4, 5, or 6-hour tour of the Big Apple is geared to match individual or group interests and preferences. Whether you are an architecture buff, celebrity hound, or sightseeing aficionado, your tour will be unique to you. Travel in a luxury SUV with a native New Yorker and licensed tour guide. Endless possibilities include: Wall Street, the 9/11 Memorial, Central Park, Grand Central Terminal, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, or lesser toured areas of NYC like Brooklyn, Queens, or the Bronx.

A holiday sing-a-long cruise with homemade cookies and spiked hot cocoa. During this 90-minute tour you will cruise by many of New York’s well-known areas, including Battery Park, Manhattan's Financial District, Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. The live jazz band and host onboard will be sure to get you into the holiday spirit with festive favorites! This cruise takes place aboard Yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II! Each boat has a full bar along with a heated grand salon. There's also an outer deck for sightseeing! Comfortable, assigned seating is available for everyone in the grand salon. Tables may be shared with a clear partition divider depending on party size. Each person planning to attend, regardless of age, needs a ticket for this experience. If there are no child/infant tickets available, please purchase an adult ticket for all travelers. Plan to arrive 15-30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time to check-in at the ticket booth.

This 60-minute cruise gets you within 100 feet of the Statue of Liberty for unbeatable photos. Sail under the Brooklyn Bridge and admire the skyline. Onboard narration highlights sites like the Empire State Building, Freedom Tower, and more. Enjoy indoor and outdoor seating with large windows. Pass Ellis Island and get close to "Lady Liberty" for photo ops. Marvel at Manhattan's skyline, including One World Trade Center, from the East and Hudson Rivers. Drinks and food are available from the full bar and concession stand. Alternatively, take the 90-minute Night Cruise to see the New York Skyline sparkle in the evening.

Relax and unwind on this 1.5-hour evening Jazz cruise on a 1920s style yacht. This cruise features a main glass enclosed observation cabin with comfortable seating throughout, as well as an open bow. Listen to live music by the jazz trio, whose members may play a variety of jazz from swing jazz to classic jazz standards by Gershwin, Cole Porter, and Duke Ellington to new renditions of Motown songs, R&B grooves, and today's hits. Cruise along the Hudson River and experience many major lower Manhattan sites.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of New York City on this private, 2-hour cruise around lower Manhattan aboard a 30' luxurious powerboat. Get an unobstructed view of the Manhattan skyline, Freedom Tower, Brooklyn Bridge, Empire State Building and an up-close, personal view of the Statue of Liberty! Passengers are free to bring any food or drinks onboard the boat.

Explore the waters around Manhattan on a 1-hour private sightseeing cruise. Select a departure time, then climb aboard a luxurious, 28-foot powerboat cruiser and enjoy a relaxing and comfortable journey around lower Manhattan. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Freedom Tower, the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, and much more without the hassle of waiting on long lines or large crowds! This delightful boat cruise departs New York City's North Cove Marina, located adjacent to the Freedom Tower and 9/11 Memorial, every day. Each private tour is limited to only six passengers, ensuring that riders can sit back and enjoy the iconic landmarks of New York City without waiting in long lines or sitting on overcrowded ferries.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of New York City as the sun sets behind the Statue of Liberty and reflects off of the city skyline on this magical 2-hour sunset cruise around lower Manhattan! Get an unobstructed view of the Manhattan skyline, Freedom Tower, Empire State Building and an up-close and personal view of the Statue of Liberty! Passengers are free to bring any food or drinks onboard the boat.