New York City: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Guided Tour Private Tour in Spanish or English
ID: GYG134331-O-703653
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
No trip to New York would be complete without visiting and learning about one of the most well-known monuments in the world: the Statue of Liberty and the Immigration Museum at Ellis Island.
Since 1886, the Statue of Liberty has welcomed millions to New York City and the United States. You will be able to get up close and personal to this international symbol and learn the history behind the statue and how it came to be on Liberty Island.
The tour includes priority, reserved access to the islands; a professional, licensed NYC tour guide who will guide you through both islands; and access to the Statue of Liberty Museum and the National Museum of Immigration on Ellis Island.
On Ellis Island, you will learn about the journey of the millions of immigrants who passed through the island from 1892-1924, arriving in America, in search of a better life.
Due to site regulations, your guide might not be able to accompany you inside the museums. However, they will offer a complete explanation of what you will experience inside.
Highlights
- Experience the Statue of Liberty and learn about its important history
- Visit Ellis Island and hear about the incredible history of immigration in the United States
- Understand how immigrants from all over the world preserved their strong cultural identity while adapting to life in a new country
- Gain access to the museum dedicated the history of the Statue of Liberty
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Due to COVID-19 measures, the pedestal can currently not be accessed
Due to site regulations, your guide cannot accompany you inside the museums
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants who are over 12 years old must present proof that they have received at least one dose of a FDA or WHO-approved Covid-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination may include the NYC COVID Safe App, Excelsior Pass, CDC Vaccination Card (or photo), NYC Vaccination Record, or official immunization record from outside NYC or the US
In addition to proof of vaccination, all participants who are over 18 years old must present a government-issued photo ID (e.g. driver’s license, passport, etc)
Outside Starbucks, 1 Battery Place, at the corner of State and Pearl Streets across from Battery Park.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
