Statue of Liberty NYC Tickets & Tours 2025

Official ferry tickets that include Liberty Island and Ellis Island typically start around €24 per person and vary by date and inclusion. Guided tours and express/sunset cruises are priced separately and can be higher depending on duration and extras.

Ferry tickets land you on Liberty Island and Ellis Island (museums included). Expect security screening and more time on site. Sightseeing cruises (express or sunset) don’t stop at the islands—they sail close for photos and return to the pier, ideal when short on time.

Round-trip ferry, access to Liberty Island grounds and the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Some products include audio guides. Pedestal and Crown access require separate, limited reservations.

Crown tickets are extremely limited and must be booked months ahead; access is via steep, narrow stairs. Pedestal tickets also require a timed reservation and extra security screening. Both often sell out on popular dates.

Plan on 3–5 hours door to door: security screening, ferry boarding times, Liberty Island photos, and 1–2 hours at Ellis Island’s exhibits. Express cruises take about 50–60 minutes with no island stop.

Ferries depart from Battery Park (Manhattan) and Liberty State Park (New Jersey). Cruises leave from various Downtown/Midtown piers—your voucher shows the exact check-in location and time.

First ferries are calmer and coolest in summer. Sunset cruises give golden-hour light and torch-side photos. Weekdays outside holidays are usually less crowded than weekends.

Ferries and island pathways are stroller- and wheelchair-friendly. The Crown is stair-only and not accessible. Bring snacks for kids, and plan bathroom breaks on the islands where facilities are available.

Expect airport-style screening before boarding. Large bags/luggage aren’t allowed. For Pedestal/Crown, certain items are prohibited; small lockers on Liberty Island may be required for storage.

Yes—mobile QR tickets are accepted (turn screen brightness up at scanners). Most products are single entry; re-entry isn’t guaranteed unless clearly stated on your ticket.

Handheld photography is fine. Tripods/selfie sticks can be restricted on decks and in busy areas—follow crew and ranger guidance. Wind can be strong on open decks, so secure phones and hats.

Cruises and ferries operate in light rain; severe weather may alter routes or schedules. Many third-party products offer free cancellation up to 24 hours—check your ticket page for exact policy.

Yes—there are cafés and restrooms on Liberty and Ellis Islands. You can also bring sealed water bottles. Lines can be long during peak times, so plan breaks accordingly.

Book early departures or sunset cruises, arrive 30–45 minutes before boarding, keep tickets/screenshots offline, and head to the starboard side when sailing from Manhattan for Liberty close-ups.