Secrets of the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Accessible Tour

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Quick Details

🗓️ Schedule: Monday to Saturday

⌛ Duration: 4 hours

🚶🏻‍➡️ Departure Time: 9:00 a.m. EST

🌍 Other Languages: English, Spanish, Italian

Secrets of the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Guided Walking Tour

The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island have captured the imagination of thousands of visitors to NYC because of their significance as symbols of American freedom and opportunity. Discover the secrets of the origin, design, and construction of these iconic American destinations. Listen to the stories of immigrants who made their way through Ellis Island after a perilous and uncertain journey. Enjoy gorgeous and panoramic views of the Statue of Liberty and New York harbor before getting off at Liberty Island. Once on Liberty Island, enjoy outstanding views of NYC. Then, conclude your tour at Ellis Island.

Tour Highlights: 

  • Uncover the secrets of two of the most iconic places in New York – the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

  • Enjoy gorgeous and panoramic views of the Statue of Liberty and Lower Manhattan Skyline.

  • Learn the struggles of  Immigrants arriving in  America including the harrowing health tests and screenings undergone at Ellis island.

  • Take stunning photos of the Statue of Liberty and visit Liberty State Park Museum to learn the secrets behind the statue’s construction.

  • Visit the National Immigration Museum and see artifacts and exhibits related to the arrival of immigrants.

Important Information

  • This tour requires at least 2 guests or fee equivalent.

Meeting Locations

  • Meet your guide in front of the front gate of Castle Clinton National Monument in Battery Park.

  • The guide will be holding up a Red, Inside Out Tours Flag.

  • The tour ends at Ellis Island.

  • You can stay as long as you want after the tour ends at Ellis Island and return to Battery Park when ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Visitors to the Park are required to submit to airport-style security screening before boarding.

    Prohibited items include Drones, Scooters, Skateboards, Firearms, Explosives or Flammables, Knives or Sharp objects (including tools) Pepper Spray, Mace, and All markers (permanent or erasable). 

  • If you purchase the tour, you will receive a round-trip ferry ticket with a visit to both Liberty Island and Ellis Island.

  • Cancellations made with a minimum of 48 hours advance notice will receive the opportunity to reschedule. All requests must be put in writing and received by us. Please email us here!

  • Once a tour has started we cannot delay for late arrivals or interrupt a tour guide so that latecomers may find them, as this adversely affects the tour experience for others. Please call 800-258-7359 and we will try our best to direct you to the next destination on the tour.

  • Our tours run rain or shine. In the case of severe inclement weather, tours will be canceled and a full refund will be provided.

  • Gratuities are accepted and greatly appreciated. They’re a great way to tell your guide they did an awesome job and show your appreciation.

  • Check out Frequently Asked Questions for more details.

    Or contact us here!