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Ellis Island Family History Tour Walk with Your Ancestors
New York City, New York, USA
$599
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Discover the exact moment your family member arrived in New York. Step into your family member’s story at Ellis Island. This immersive experience focuses on tracing your family’s immigration story using original ship manifest, immigration records, and historical documents that reveal their arrival and first steps in America.
During the tour, you’ll walk the same grounds where immigrants were once processed and learn how these records connect to your family’s past. Blending history with personal discovery the tour offers a way to explore your heritage and understand the beginning of your family’s American journey.
Each booking includes one in-depth genealogy research profile for one family member. Additional family members may be added upon request.
Please note: Access to Ellis Island requires a mandatory round trip ferry ticket, which is not included and must be purchased separately. This experience involves 3–4 weeks of research prior to the tour
During the tour, you’ll walk the same grounds where immigrants were once processed and learn how these records connect to your family’s past. Blending history with personal discovery the tour offers a way to explore your heritage and understand the beginning of your family’s American journey.
Each booking includes one in-depth genealogy research profile for one family member. Additional family members may be added upon request.
Please note: Access to Ellis Island requires a mandatory round trip ferry ticket, which is not included and must be purchased separately. This experience involves 3–4 weeks of research prior to the tour
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Ellis Island Family History Tour Walk with Your Ancestors
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
- $599 includes a private tour for your family or group, plus one genealogy research profile.
- Beautifully crafted book detailing family journey
- Knowledgeable private guide for two hours
- Each booking includes one in-depth genealogy research profile.
- Personalized family history presentation
- Ferry Tickets
Meeting point
We encourage you to arrive 10 minutes prior to the tour departure time so you can get acquainted with your guide before the tour begins.
Tour meeting point:
At the front of Castle Clinton National Monument, 21 Battery Place, New York, NY 10004
Transportation options to the tour meeting point:
Return details
We encourage you to arrive 10 minutes prior to the tour departure time so you can get acquainted with your guide before the tour begins.
Tour meeting point:
At the front of Castle Clinton National Monument, 21 Battery Place, New York, NY 10004
Transportation options to the tour meeting point:
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Ellis Island Immigration MuseumTravelers explore the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, visiting the main exhibition halls where millions of immigrants were processed. The guide explains the immigration procedures, shares historical context, and helps guests understand how family records and ship manifests document their ancestors’ arrival in the United States.
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Ellis Island Immigration MuseumVisitors walk through the historic Great Hall of the Ellis Island Immigration Station, where immigrants once waited for inspection. The guide explains medical and legal screening processes and highlights the significance of this space in the American immigration journey.
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American Immigrant Wall of HonorTravelers visit the American Immigrant Wall of Honor, a commemorative monument displaying engraved names of immigrants who contributed to the United States. Guests learn about the legacy of immigration and the importance of preserving family heritage.
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Ellis IslandGuests walk across the historic grounds of Ellis Island, learning about the original buildings, hospital complex, and daily life of immigrants during processing. The guide provides historical insight while visitors take in views of New York Harbor
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Ellis Island Family History Tour Walk with Your Ancestors
New York City, New York, USA
$599
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!