Tickets & tours
Choose how you want to see the Statue of Liberty. Options range from basic ferry tickets to fully guided tours of Liberty and Ellis Islands.
Top ratedEnjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience with exclusive access to the Statue of Liberty on this unforgettable 4-hour private tour. With your personal guide, discover the...
Most bookedExperience America’s most iconic symbols of freedom without the guesswork. This comprehensive guided tour takes you from the bustling shores of Battery Park through the...
Best valueCircle Line Sightseeing Cruises is the original, iconic, and #1 choice for sightseeing in New York City, with over 80 million passengers and counting. Offering the...
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...
Statue City Cruises is the only official and authorized ferry service to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island. Experience two of America’s most iconic landmarks with a...
See many major New York sights on a 90-minute boat cruise on a 1920s-style yacht! Enjoy views from the open bow, or relax in the spacious climate controlled...
Prices change based on the provider and season. Official ferry tickets start at $26.00.
Enter your group and compare totals on both platforms. From-prices; children are priced as adults unless the listing gives a child rate.
| Option | Viator total | GetYourGuide total |
|---|---|---|
| private statue & ellis island tour | $190 | Compare |
| statue of liberty & ellis island tour | $59 | Compare |
| statue of liberty super express cruise | $29 | Compare |
| liberty, ellis & 911 memorial | $80 | Compare |
| official statue of liberty ticket | $31 | Compare |
| nyc skyline & liberty yacht cruise | $79 | Compare |
Quick comparison of tour options.
| Option | Duration | Viator from | GetYourGuide from | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| private statue & ellis island tour | 4 h | $190 | Compare | 4.8 (420) | exclusive and personalized sightseeing |
| statue of liberty & ellis island tour | 3 h to 5 h | $59 | Compare | 4.8 (15,000) | comprehensive guided historical tour |
| statue of liberty super express cruise | 50 min | $29 | Compare | 4.6 (2,891) | quick sightseeing from the water |
| liberty, ellis & 911 memorial | 5 h | $80 | Compare | 4.1 (581) | seeing multiple iconic nyc landmarks |
| official statue of liberty ticket | 3 h to 4 h | $31 | Compare | 4.3 (149) | exploring at your own pace |
| nyc skyline & liberty yacht cruise | 1 h 30 min | $79 | Compare | 4.8 (920) | relaxing sightseeing on a vintage yacht |
Technically, entry to the island and museums is free. However, you must purchase a round-trip ferry ticket ($26.00 per adult) from the only authorized provider, Statue City Cruises, to get there.
Yes. The standard ferry ticket includes access to both Liberty Island and Ellis Island. The ferry stops at both locations before returning to the mainland.
Yes, but you need a specific Crown Reserve ticket. These cost a bit more than the standard ferry ticket and sell out months in advance. The climb is 377 steps.
From Viator
420 reviews of the private statue & ellis island tour on Viator
Guide was very good. Very knowledgeable. He did show up 20 minutes late for our meeting but I guess it was subway trouble which was not his fault?
Michael was our tour guide he was so understanding and caring during the tour I’m 71 years old and he held my arm to make sure I didn’t fall.He was knowledgeable I am going to recommend family and friends to take your tour
This was such a fun experience, we loved it so much. Our tour guide Mindy was a wealth of knowledge and helped make the experience so fun. We got so many great pictures near the statue and enjoyed the nice boat ride of a beautiful day. Would highly recommend
