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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour
New York City, New York, USA
$74
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Battery Park serves as the vibrant backdrop for an immersive guided walking tour led by a professional and engaging licensed NYC guide. This thoughtfully designed experience invites guests of all ages to delve into the rich history of America while enjoying a more intimate atmosphere with a maximum of 16 participants.
- 🛥️ Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour: Enjoy round-trip ferry access from Battery Park to Liberty Island and Ellis Island, allowing you to explore these iconic sites at your own pace.
- 👨🏫 Meet your knowledgeable guide at Battery Park, where the story of America unfolds, and embark on a captivating journey through the park's historical significance.
- 🏛️ Marvel at the historic Castle Clinton, where your guide will share its fascinating role in America's immigrant story as you make your way to the ferry security screening.
- 🗽 Experience the breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty up close from Liberty Island, complemented by insightful commentary on this symbol of freedom.
- 📚 Gain access to the Statue of Liberty Museum, where you can see the original torch and learn about the statue's storied history.
- 🌍 Discover the rich immigrant history of Ellis Island, the busiest processing depot from 1892 to 1954, through your guide's engaging commentary.
- 🏛️ Explore the Ellis Island National Immigration Museum at your leisure, with access to numerous self-guided exhibits included in your tour.
- 🛳️ Enjoy the convenience of a return ferry ride to Battery Park, ensuring a seamless end to your unforgettable journey.
- ♿ All areas are wheelchair accessible, making this tour inclusive for guests of all physical fitness levels.
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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Round-trip Ferry Access: Battery Park-Statue Of Liberty-Ellis Island-Battery Park
- Professional, Fun & Engaging Licensed NYC Tour Guide
- Museum Access
- Gratuity/Tip For Guide (Optional) Generally, 15-18% Of Tour's Full Price
- Souvenirs, Books, Ellis Island Computer Use Fees & Hard Hat Tours
- All Food, Snacks & Beverages
- PEDESTAL And/Or CROWN Access At Statue of Liberty
Meeting point
Meet-up and departure from in front of Starbuck's coffee shop, at the corner of State Street & Pearl Street (We DO NOT MEET INSIDE THE PARK!). Look for your Guide from MY NY TOURS. You should have no trouble finding the meet point but if you do, please call My NY Tours at the number on your voucher.
Return details
The tour ends on Ellis Island. At your leisure, you may then board any New York-bound ferry which will return you to Battery Park, in Lower Manhattan.
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Battery ParkAfter meeting your Guide at the designated meet-up/departure point in Battery Park, Lower Manhattan, your Guide will lead the group through Battery Park. It is in this area that the story of America unfolds. You'll learn about Manhattan's original occupation by indigenous Lenape tribes and the island's evolution into becoming the birthplace of America and as well as our nation’s most populous and financially important city! In-depth commentary will be provided in a fun and engaging way as the group makes their way into the heart of the park and towards the historic structure called Castle Clinton. En route, you’ll also enjoy a lovely view of 1 WTC (aka Freedom Tower) from across lawn of Battery Park. round Castle Clinton structure en route to the Statue of Liberty security screening tent before approved passage to the ferry to the Statue of Liberty.
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Castle Clinton National MonumentAs the tour progresses into the heart of Battery Park, we come upon a round, historic structure, called Castle Clinton. The day’s tour includes a visit to the famous Ellis Island immigrant-processing depot, and likewise, Castle Clinton has also played a role in our immigrant story. In fact, Castle Clinton has served many purposes since its being built in the early 19th century and you’ll learn about them on this tour.
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Statue of LibertyAfter sharing the history of Castle Clinton, the Guide will lead the group through airport-style security. This security check-point for ferry-access to Liberty Island and the Statue of Liberty, is mandatory for all Guests. It is important to note that carrying weaponry of any kind is strictly prohibited. Prohibited items will be confiscated, cannot be retrieved and may result in legal jeopardy even if you’re licensed to carry them in your own state or country! Once all Guests have passed the security inspection, the group will then board the first of two 10-minute ferry rides that we will use during the tour. Our first ferry brings us to Liberty Island. Here, you'll have an opportunity to view the Statue of Liberty up-close, from Liberty Island's grounds. Through in-depth commentary, you’ll learn all about how this important icon of freedom came to be. You'll also see the Statue of Liberty's original torch, on display at the Statue of Liberty Museum.
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Ellis IslandFrom 1892-1954, Ellis Island was the largest, busiest and most famous immigrant-processing depot, in the USA! During the tour, your Guide will share insightful information about the varied history of this island and will share in-depth information on the immigrant inspection process. The Guide's commentary is done upon the grounds of the island, outside of the Ellis Island National Immigration Museum. The tour concludes on Ellis Island after the guided portion of the tour has ended. Afterwards, you are free to further explore Ellis Island, on your own. Access to the many fine self-guided exhibits found inside the fascinating Ellis Island National Immigration Museum, is included in the price of your tour. A book store, souvenir shop, cafe and computerized immigrant research facilities can also be found on the island. At your leisure, when you are ready to leave the Ellis Island, simply board a NYC-bound ferry that will return you to Battery Park, in Lower Manhattan (included).
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour
New York City, New York, USA
$74
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!