Statue of Liberty Express with Priority Boarding

New York City, New York

Statue of Liberty Express with Priority Boarding

New York City, New York

Duration: 4 hours

Overview

Skip the lines and sail to the Statue of Liberty with priority boarding on this express tour! Enjoy a self-guided audio experience, available in nine languages, as you explore Lady Liberty and the Ellis Island Museum at your own pace.

🛥️ Skip the lines with fast track ferry access to the Statue of Liberty

🎧 Enjoy a self-guided audio tour available in 9 languages, including English, French, and Spanish

🗽 Explore the iconic Statue of Liberty with access up to the Fort Wood section

🏛️ Visit the Ellis Island Museum and dive into the rich history of immigration in America

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Daily 8:45am, 11:30am, 1:00pm, & 1:45pm

Full description

This tour kicks off with a 30-minute orientation, where you’ll get all the insider tips before boarding the ferry. Thanks to priority boarding, you'll skip the long lines and set sail across New York Harbor with ease. Once on Liberty Island, immerse yourself in the history of "Lady Liberty" with a self-guided audio tour, available in nine languages, and explore the monument up to the Fort Wood section for a closer look at this iconic symbol.

Your ticket includes round-trip ferry access, an express boarding pass, and entry to the Ellis Island Museum. Dive into the rich heritage of both Liberty Island and Ellis Island at your own pace with this time-saving, unforgettable experience!

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

Age: Minimum age is 3 years old.
Physical limitations: Participants must be able to walk comfortably as the tour includes walking.

Who can you accommodate for?

Children: All participants must pay to participate, children included.
Individuals with disabilities: The tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible, and service animals are allowed.
Languages: Audio guides are available in German, Italian, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, English, Hindi, Japanese, and Korean.
Pets: Service animals are allowed; no other pets permitted.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

Duration: 4 hours.
What’s included: Round-trip ferry tickets, Ellis Island Museum, Fast Track Reserve Access, audio tours in 9 languages, and priority boarding.
Who will be present: A guide will assist during the boarding process; the tour itself is self-guided.
Spectators: This is a participant-only experience; everyone must have a ticket.
Photo/ video: Photos are encouraged, and there are many scenic spots for great pictures.
Specific rules to follow: Follow instructions provided by your guide and during the ferry ride. No smoking allowed.

How to prepare?

Weather dependency: The tour operates rain or shine, so plan accordingly.
Arrival: Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time for check-in.
Parking: Public transportation is recommended, as parking may be limited.
What to wear: Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended.
What to bring:
- Consider bringing a water bottle, sunscreen, and weather-appropriate clothing.
- Phones and electronics are allowed.
Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: Restrooms are available on the ferry and at the monument.

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 24 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 24 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.