Private Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour
From
£144
pp
4h 0 mins · 4.8 (402)
Enjoy 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 incredible story behind this world-famous symbol of freedom—originally a gift of friendship to the United States that has become one of the most recognized landmarks on the planet.
After your inspiring visit with Lady Liberty, take a short ferry ride to Ellis Island, where more than 12 million immigrants first entered the United States. As you explore the historic immigration station, your guide will share powerful stories of hope, struggle, and new beginnings that shaped the nation.
This private experience includes entry fees and round-trip ferry tickets, making it a seamless and deeply meaningful journey through two of America’s most important historic sites.
Free cancellation
Private tour
What's included
- Guided Tour of Ellis Island Grounds
- Guided Tour of Battery Park
- Private tour
- Guided Tour of Liberty Island
- Personal expert guide
- Statue Ferry Ticket
What's not included
- Gratuities
- Pedestal and Crown Access is not included
Itinerary
- An international symbol of hope and freedom (2h 0min) Admission included
- The main immigration processing center for the United States from 1892-1924 (30 min) Admission included
- Historic Battery Park (10 min)
- former fort with a colorful history (20 min)
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
Your guide will be on the steps outside of the north entrance of the Alexander Hamilton Customs House (Museum of the American Indian), holding a white flag with a blue checkered border with our logo. This is the entrance facing the buildings in Manhattan with 4 statues.
End point
The tour concludes on Ellis Island. If you wish to spend more time visiting the museum, your guide can provide instructions on how to get back to Battery Park. Your guide can also take you back to Battery Park if you wish to return at the conclusion of the tour.
Practical information
- Operated by
- Top Dog Tours Inc.
- Travellers per booking
- 1–15
- Languages
- en, it, fr, es
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Duration is subject to ferry schedule and time guest wishes to spend on Ellis Island
- Food and drink is available for purchase on the Statue Ferry, Liberty Island, and Ellis Island
- A moderate amount of walking is involved, please wear appropriate shoes
- Operates in various weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Photography is allowed, however monopods or tripods are not allowed
- No weapons of any kind are allowed at the statue (including pocket knives, pepper spray, Swiss Army knives, etc.). There is no place to check these items before going through security, so please leave these items at home
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age.
- Pedestal and Crown Access is not included.
Frequently asked questions
The tour runs for around 4 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.
What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.
We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.