Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island: Ticket Options with Ferry Reserve Line Ticket from New Jersey (No Pedestal Access)
ID: GYG393246-713743
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Tour the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and their museums at your own pace with self-guided audio guides. Includes roundtrip ferry service from either New York City or New Jersey.
Begin your experience by departing from Battery Park, Manhattan or Liberty State Park, New Jersey. Battery Park is easily accessible via subway, located in Lower Manhattan. Liberty State Park is easily accessible via car, located in Jersey City, NJ. Once you arrive at the meeting point, enjoy priority line access with your pre-purchased ticket.
Board the ferry and see the impressive views of Lady Liberty and the NYC skyline. Take note of the ferry's return times to plan your day. Your ticket gives you access to explore two attractions: Liberty Island (with the Statue of Liberty) and Ellis Island. The itinerary depends on your departure location.
From Manhattan, your first stop will be Liberty Island. On arrival, pick up your multilingual audio guide to start exploring the history of the Statue of Liberty. Children also have the opportunity to enjoy a special narration of this self-guided tour.
Once you're ready to discover Ellis Island, drop off your audio guide and return to the ferry. Board the ferry towards New Jersey to head towards Ellis Island. After you arrive, head into the museum to pick up your multilingual audio guide.
For over 62 years, Ellis Island was America’s busiest immigration station. Millions of people from all around the globe passed through here looking for a new beginning and a new life for their families in America. With access to the American Family Immigration History Center's records, you can search all ship manifests that came through Ellis Island. Use this unique experience to research your family history.
When you are finished, return to the ferry and return to your original departure point.
Itineraries:
Departing from New York:
Board ferry at Battery Park to Liberty Island
Explore Liberty Island with self-guided audio guides
Board the New York Ferry to Ellis Island
Explore Ellis Island's Immigration Museum with self-guided audio guide
Board the New York ferry back to Battery Park
Departing from New Jersey:
Board ferry at Liberty State Park to Ellis Island
Explore Ellis Island's Immigration Museum with self-guided audio guide
Board the New Jersey Ferry to Liberty Island
Explore Liberty Island with self-guided audio guide
Board the New Jersey ferry back to Liberty State Park
Highlights
- Tour the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island at your own pace
- Discover the history of these attractions with multilingual audio guides
- Explore the Statue of Liberty Museum featuring Lady Liberty's original torch
- Choose from NYC or New Jersey departure locations
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, groups must not exceed 10 guests
To enjoy an unrushed experience it is recommended to give yourself 4-6 hours to explore
You will go through a mandatory airport-grade security screening prior to boarding the ferry. All prohibited items will be confiscated and retained by the United States Park Police
People aged under 17 must be accompanied by a responsible adult 25 years old or older
Children aged 0-3 are free
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
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)
The departure point is located behind the Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal within Liberty State Park.
· Look for the blue "Reserve" flag
· Guests may wait indoors at the Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal prior to entering security and boarding the ferry
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.
