Early Access: First on the Island Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island in New York City booking from $69.00

Early Access: First on the Island Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

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Early Access Morning Tour
Avoid the crowds by joining the only tour operator with access to guaranteed tickets on the first ferry of the day to Liberty Island.

Afternoon Tour
Visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island in the afternoon with a knowledgeable guide.

City: New York City

Sun 12 Jan

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Sun 12 Jan

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What's Included

Expertly guided walking tour

Official audio guide on Ellis Island

Local English-speaking guide

First Guaranteed Access (8:30am departure only summer/9am departure only winter)

Pre-reserved ticket to Ellis Island (includes Ellis Island museum)

Pre-reserved ticket to Statue of Liberty Island (exterior access)

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour is conducted in English only.
This is a walking tour. While there are stops along the way, guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
You are required to go through airport-style security on this tour. No luggage, weapons, or food (except for water in a clear container) is allowed. Confiscated items will not be returned.
Please Note: only the earliest booking time has access to the first ferry
Due to circumstances beyond our control, sites may occasionally close. We make every effort to stay as close to the advertised itinerary as possible but substitutions/omissions may be necessary.
Upon arrival at Liberty Island bags and backpacks must be stored in a locker..
This tour does not include access to the Statue of Liberty's Crown.
The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the tour start time. No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows after tour commencement or departure.
Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

What To Expect

Battery Park

Begin your day at The Battery (formerly known as Battery Park). This historical landmark is the gateway between lower Manhattan and the small island in the midst of New York Bay - and of course, Lady Liberty

Castle Clinton National Monument

Pause at Castle Clinton, a national monument and for your guide to lay the context of your tour ahead

Liberty Island

Board the earliest ferry in the morning to avoid the afternoon crowds. Sail through the open waters and take in the incredible views of New York Bay as you head for Liberty Island with your local tour guide

Statue of Liberty

Delve deep into the story of how Lady Liberty started in France and came to America. As you tour the island, your expert guide shares incredible historical facts of this greatest of American icons. Wander through the Statue of Liberty Museum and stand mere feet from Lady Liberty’s original torch!

Ellis Island Immigration Museum

Head to Ellis Island to discover the stories of the millions of immigrants who journeyed through this historic site. Wander at your leisure with the award-winning Audio Guide (included). You can peruse the museum, dive into your own family history, or enjoy a bite at the Island’s popular cafeteria. You are also welcome to return on the ferry with your guide.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (927)

Adam C

May 2018

Hanging out with Jerry for our Liberty and Ellis Island tour was very good. He was very helpful and made sure we made the most of our time. Love the statue and going up to the pedestal. But by the time we got to Ellis island, I found that I was a bit over the information and walking around for 3-4 hours. Nice to meet some new people. Our group was about 23 people which was a little hard to keep together at times. Was worth the money.

Response from Host

Dec 2018

Hello Adam Thank you for taking the time to write an insightful review! We are happy to hear that you did enjoy the content of the tour and your tour guide. We are sorry to hear that you found the group size hard to manage, our guides say that having a group under 25 is their preferred number to handle. We work hard to ensure our guests enjoy their time on our tours and will continue to work harder to improve upon experiences. Thank you again for your feedback and we hope that you take Walks with us again soon!

63Glenn

May 2018

Excellent and informative tour with Robert Yonskie of Statue if Liberty and Ellis Island! He gave a five star tour and engaged very well with our group!

Response from Host

Dec 2018

Hello Glenn Thank you for writing this kind review of your experience! We are so happy to hear that Robert gave an informative and high-quality tour! We pride ourselves on offering the best experience for our clients and are overjoyed to hear when we do! Thank you again for taking time to write a review and we hope that you take Walks with us again soon!

Jill C

May 2018

Our tour guide was Robert and he did an excellent job of sharing the history of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island and bringing the history alive. He is every interesting and entertaining! It was great to get early entry and beat the crowds also.

Response from Host

Dec 2018

Hello Jill Thank you for writing such a kind review! We are happy to hear that Robert did a great job at presenting the history on your tour while also making it interesting and entertaining! We hope that you enjoyed the rest of your time in New York and take Walks with us again soon!

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