Statue of Liberty
Statue of Liberty
4.5
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the people of the United States and is a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. The Statue of Liberty was dedicated on October 28, 1886, designated as a National Monument in 1924 and restored for her centennial on July 4, 1986.
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- usmboyzzzSontag, Mississippi308 contributionsWe love the Statue of LibertyWe loved visiting the Statue. It's something that was on our bucket list for a long time. My son and I got to visit and definitely enjoyed seeing it. If you're planning your trip, do not wait to book your tickets. If you book long enough ahead you can get tickets to the top. we got pedestal tickets and very much enjoyed it.Visited March 2023Written 20 March 2023
- Mark LEvans, Georgia507 contributionsAn American icon. You got to see itTake the City Cruises to the Statue from battery park. Efficient and easy. The park itself is a national park. Sign up early to get a crown visit or at least a pedestal one if not all you can do is walk the grounds. Really great to see and lots of views of the city. You got to do itVisited March 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 26 March 2023
- Bhabishya Bhatt5 contributionsOne of the most known symbols in the USOne of the most known symbols in the US. If you can try to go & see the statue close. Be ready to wait a lot but it will be worth it! Many people want to see it, so you cannot expect it to be empty. Worth the wait time to see the final thing.Visited March 2023Travelled soloWritten 28 March 2023
- HCMLillestrom, Norway548 contributionsA must-seeCompulsory to go here first time in New York. The process to buy tickets was effective. Hardly any lines and waiting time in March. The trip from Manhattan to the Island was ok, a bit windy this time of the year. Due to maintenance, the statue and sole was closed for admission. Great museum!Visited March 2023Travelled with familyWritten 31 March 2023
- Brian SSumter, South Carolina77 contributionsOnce in a lifetime experienceWent here when we visited family in New York. I've lived in South Carolina now for several Years but grew up in New York where I lived for 18 years. In that time I never went to the Statute of Liberty. My first time was with my wife an family. The Line for Tickets was crazy long but the ferry line was just inane. Once we got on the island it was worth it. We got to walk around and explore at our pace and do the things we wanted. We were unable to get torch passes because they were sold out. Just seeing the island was a once in a lifetime experience.Visited May 2022Travelled with familyWritten 2 April 2023
- Jeffry bEssendon, Australia14,153 contributionsSymbol of freedom and libertyThe Statue of Liberty was a gift of the people of France to the United States. It symbolizes freedom and the pursuit of liberty as embodied in the US Constitution. The Statue of Liberty is in neo-classical style. It was unveiled in 1886. Lady Liberty is surprisingly tall, she is not far from Ellis Island, ion Liberty Island in New York Harbor. Lady Liberty is a symbol of America; she was the first thing that many impoverished newcomers saw when they arrived in New York. The Statue of Liberty has been classified as a world heritage site by UNESCO.Visited February 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 2 April 2023
- AlfLondon1London, United Kingdom109 contributionsSimply as you would imagine it.The Statue of Liberty is a must-see place, a symbol of freedom and probably of New York! The ferries are easy to use, be prepared for an airport like security and long queues but it's worth it. The only downside is the queues to get on the ferry both from Battery Park and then coming back from Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. We didn't get to see the pedestal or crown as it was impossible to get the tickets in advance so please book months in advance to secure your place!Visited March 2023Written 4 April 2023
- VeronicaMiami, Florida98 contributionsBreathtaking ❤️The iconic Lady Liberty. She’s so beautiful. No words to describe. If you visit NYC and you don’t take the ferry to this statue, you might as well not go. It is an absolute beautiful gift from the French. In love with it.Visited April 2023Written 15 April 2023
- Arthur MHamilton, Canada1,044 contributionsDid not get to the crown due to mobility issues, but the pedestal was worth it!I wanted to go to the crown, but my companion has mobility issues so we decided to just go to the pedestal, and it was worth it! I very much prefer views from the outdoors, and you can't really take a picture of yourself taken by another person at the pedestal. You can only do it by selfie or blocking the extremely narrow passageway around the pedestal. The museum was informative and the exhibit at the base of the statue depicts the history of the conception of the idea of the statue to its construction to opening to its status as a worldwide cultural symbol for the US.Visited April 2023Written 18 April 2023
- dianelesterManchester, United Kingdom68 contributionsGreat Liberty experienceBought tickets direct with site not an agent as cheaper. Got them months in advance to make sure we could get a slot to climb the crown. Booked for 10am on the Saturday. Got the first ferry across to island. Security is strict but happy with that. Great to be early as got to take photos of the outside with less people there. Times are kept to , only allowed to enter in your slot. We went in and climbed the stairs up . Very tight spiral stairs but no rush and with limits on how many allowed per hour no queue. Great experience. Lovely staff. Does get busy later. So tip is go early. Did see alot of disappointment people who hadnt done research and pre booked.Visited April 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 30 April 2023
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aplasencia40
125 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
The statue and the museum are 5 stars. Everything else about this island needs improvement. Do not go to the cafe to eat. It's far too crowded and filled with pigeons that sneak in and buzz by your head trying to get at your food. The birds on this island are aggressive, so avoid bringing food if you can.
Written 11 March 2024
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EZTravelbyAshley
39 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
We paid the fee to go up into the crown. This was a memorable visit for our family. It is not for people who are claustrophobic or may even remotely be! When you purchase your ticket, read the fine print. It advises against people visiting who have certain medical conditions. The staircase is very narrow, and there is not much airflow in the crown. This is not a “heated and cooled” type of place. It was rainy with some spotty thunderstorms the day we went, so we were not able to go out around the base/first level (not the ground level) due to it being closed because of the weather. We didn’t have any problems with the ferry ride there and back. Read the list of “do’s and don’t’s” before going, as it tells you what item/bag limitations/restrictions there are. You will pass through multiple security screens, so be prepared. I think our family will remember this trip for years to come!
Written 4 March 2024
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Carlyn S
2 contributions
Jun 2023 • Solo
Great boat trip around the harbour and very affordable. Lits of great sights and staff on the boat were helpful and directions were clear with many trips leaving from the piers every 30-60 min
Written 29 February 2024
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DesertTrips
Morocco42 contributions
Feb 2024 • Solo
The Statue of Liberty offered a truly breathtaking experience. The ferry ride was nothing short of amazing, with Lady Liberty standing majestically against the skyline. The view was aweinspiring, creating an unforgettable experience. I highly recommend taking a ferry around the Statue of Liberty to anyone seeking a remarkable and captivating adventure.
Written 26 February 2024
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Oscar C
3 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
Be careful.
Once you get outside metro station you ll be surrounded by afro descendent dudes principally ‘selling you’ tickets.
They will follow you trying to sell and harassing all the way, insisting they are ‘official and authorized agents”.
You just go to the main entrance and pay normally.
Don’t disrespect them but if they ask you about your tickets you better say you already bought it online. Some of these good men will ask you to show them your tickets. In that case, ignore them. They re mostly kinda scammers, unfortunately not easy to recognize them.
Pay the entrance following the directions written and get the main gate. It s only 25 bucks.
Once you get outside metro station you ll be surrounded by afro descendent dudes principally ‘selling you’ tickets.
They will follow you trying to sell and harassing all the way, insisting they are ‘official and authorized agents”.
You just go to the main entrance and pay normally.
Don’t disrespect them but if they ask you about your tickets you better say you already bought it online. Some of these good men will ask you to show them your tickets. In that case, ignore them. They re mostly kinda scammers, unfortunately not easy to recognize them.
Pay the entrance following the directions written and get the main gate. It s only 25 bucks.
Written 23 February 2024
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia14,153 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
The spectacular Statue of Liberty is in the middle of the New York Harbor; you can take a ferry to Liberty Island. The Statue of Liberty was a gift from France to the United States to commemorate the end of the American Civil War. The copper statue was made permanent in 1884. It was built by French engineer Gustave Eiffel, who also made the Eiffel Tower in Paris. We also took the ferry to Ellis Island, where new immigrants to the United States were rapidly processed.
Written 23 February 2024
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Mark A
Bulkington, UK39 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
This will be one of those attractions that you can see and you know, but might not consider, like me, do you really need to visit. If you get the chance do.
we really enjoyed the trip over and it was great to look back at New York from the ferry. Get there early to book on, and unlike us who were too late in the day to get advantage of Ellis Island, I would plan time to that.
Great walk around and spending time viewing.
Big shout out for the gift shop, the best that I saw in New York, as a retailer it was great to see a story behind the range, well put together and great displays. Some of the best value in gifts as well, and this was the only gift shop that we made a purchase from. Staff service was not great and I think if interaction had been stronger and they told the stories behind the designs and the merchandise conversion may have been stronger. Nice cafe and range.
we really enjoyed the trip over and it was great to look back at New York from the ferry. Get there early to book on, and unlike us who were too late in the day to get advantage of Ellis Island, I would plan time to that.
Great walk around and spending time viewing.
Big shout out for the gift shop, the best that I saw in New York, as a retailer it was great to see a story behind the range, well put together and great displays. Some of the best value in gifts as well, and this was the only gift shop that we made a purchase from. Staff service was not great and I think if interaction had been stronger and they told the stories behind the designs and the merchandise conversion may have been stronger. Nice cafe and range.
Written 16 February 2024
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Claire
London, UK11 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
Having been to NYC 3x, and not getting to see this iconic statue for various reasons, I was glad to finally visit. We caught the ferry over, only 20 mins, and then we spent an hour on the island, seeing everything up close. We were lucky it was bright sunny (but cold) February day so we had great views on the financial district also (sit at the back of the ferry for breathtaking views).
There is a museum, gift shop & cafe on the island too.
There is a museum, gift shop & cafe on the island too.
Written 15 February 2024
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Alice Clarke
Wisbech, UK22 contributions
Dec 2023 • Friends
This was an absolutely bucket list activity and it took my breath away! The walk up was absolutely horrible, it was so hot even though it was mid December, up hundreds of spiral stairs which were tiny, but I mean there’s not a lot you can do as it is inside the Statue of Liberty!! The end result was fantastic. Getting to see the city from further away was amazing! To be inside the actual thing is crazy but we did it and I would do it again.
Written 11 February 2024
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Line P
8 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
overrated, and boring. one of these things that look nice on film but the total opposite in real life. very sad actually.
Written 9 February 2024
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Jane Ann V
Napoleon, IN
Tickets to go up in the statue of liberty?
Tom J
London, UK1,622 contributions
Yes definitely, most include the ferry over also!
barb otto
Cambridge, Canada9 contributions
i have been trying to find the actual website that allows you to buy INSIDE the CROWN tickets. What is it please??
A Midlife Adventure
Dursley, UK1,350 contributions
I’ve copied and pasted this for you from the official website:
“ Visiting Liberty Island is one of the most rewarding experiences of any trip to New York City. However, visitors who wish to enter the pedestal and visit the crown must secure reservations through Statue City Cruises, the ONLY AUTHORIZED ticket seller for Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island. The National Park Service has implemented a reservation system for over a decade. This is very different from how past generations once accessed the Statue of Liberty. The National Park Service strongly recommends making advanced ticket reservations. Reservations secured far enough in advance allow visitors to select their desired level of access, eliminating the need to wait in line to purchase tickets.”
How far in advance of the ferry can you pick up the tickets? Can you pick up from any Ferry location or only where you will eventually board? I like to get the tickets early for family I'm getting them for. thanks!
Rakesh Chandra Sharma
Dehradun District, India174 contributions
Online u can book subjects to availability of slot
But by going directly to booking counter u can get tickets within 30 minutes
Bodie Atherton
Great Yarmouth, UK2 contributions
Hi, I’m planning going here in August but wondering if on the trip you get access to the island as been told you don’t anymore
Guys silly question... I booked a ticket with statue line cruises and received confirmation. I am unsure if it is round trip? Duration? I did not check anything! I will call them tomorrow but if you have any leads let me know. Thank you.
This is for statue of liberty cruises from liberty park island NJ.
Ccari01
New Jersey1,765 contributions
A ticket is round trip. It's a short boat ride first to Ellis Island and then to Liberty Island. You can spend as much time as you want on each island. Keep in mind the last trip back to Liberty State Park, NJ at the end of the day..Make sure you join the right line back since there is another line for New York.
BabiVR
Verona, Italy67 contributions
Sarò a NYC tra una decina di giorni e ho visto sul sito dove vendono i biglietti ufficiali per la General Admission i primi orari del mattino risultano già esauriti, andando alle biglietterie di Battery Park si acquista il biglietto per il primo battello in partenza o per il primo orario che risulta avere disponibilità? Grazie
il falco ed io
Rome, Italy950 contributions
Noi siamo andati senza prenotazione col battello di linea che ca avanti e indietro
Ma era dicembre e non era pienissimo
Can i bring a dog on a leash?
Brian S
Sumter, SC77 contributions
Service dogs yes, just a regular pet..no
Nomadic_Gemini
Birmingham, AL248 contributions
Has anybody done the last ferry (4pm) and thought it was OK to get off at SOL for enough time to walk about and take some pictures and also get to do at least some of Ellis Island walk about? Only in town a couple days so trying to do the downtown area walkabout, across the Brooklyn Bridge, maybe late lunch in DUMBO so was thinking the 4pm could be a good option and a lot less people.
Brian S
Sumter, SC77 contributions
It all depends on how much time you're willing to spend. If your a slow walker and like to take your time i wouldn't go late. If your someone who just looks at the things they find interesting and moves worth a purpose you'll be alright. Photos and reading everything can take time. Also the matter you get in the day things close and staff go home so you might miss things. Yes it will be less crowded but it's a risk.
M F
6 contributions
Hi there!
I'm planning to visit the Statue but the list of prices confuses me...
If I buy the Pedestal Reserve ticket ($24.80), do I need to buy the General Admission ticket ($24.50) also?
I understand that both of them include the trip and access to Liberty and Ellis islands, am I wrong?
BobbyBFromNYC
NYC46 contributions
Pedestal reserve gets you into the pedestal on top of general admission. GA only gets you on the ferries and not into the pedestal.
M F
6 contributions
Hola!
Voy a comprar la entrada 'Pedestal Reserve' para subir al pedestal de la estatua. ¿Necesito comprar además la entrada general?
Gracias!
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- Attractions near Statue of Liberty:
- (0.11 km) National Park Service - Information Center on Liberty Island
- (0.23 km) Museo de la Estatua de la Libertad
- (0.24 km) Statue of Liberty Museum
- (3.59 km) The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
- (1.14 km) Ellis Island