NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Ticket Discount Tickets

Overview

Statue City Cruises is the only official and authorized ferry service to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island. Experience two of America’s most iconic landmarks with a round-trip ferry journey to Liberty Island and Ellis Island, offering convenient access to both historic sites in one seamless visit Step onto Liberty Island to explore the breathtaking grounds surrounding the Statue of Liberty and immerse yourself in the inspiring story behind this global symbol of freedom at the Statue of Liberty Museum — featuring three dynamic, interactive galleries that bring history to life. Continue your journey to Ellis Island, home to the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, where moving personal stories and powerful exhibits trace the immigrant experience through generations. To enhance your visit, audio tours for both Liberty Island and Ellis Island are included, providing rich storytelling and insightful context as you explore at your own pace.

Language Offered

Hindi-AUDIO

Arabic-AUDIO

German-AUDIO

Russian-AUDIO

Portuguese-AUDIO

Korean-AUDIO

Mandarin-AUDIO

Japanese-AUDIO

English-AUDIO

English-GUIDE

Italian-AUDIO

French-AUDIO

Spanish-AUDIO

Itinerary

Inclusion

Access to the grounds of Liberty Island and Ellis Island

Round trip ferry service to Liberty Island and Ellis Island

Entry into the Statue of Liberty Museum

Ferry service with Statue City Cruises, the only official ferry to Liberty & Ellis Island

Audio Tours of Liberty and Ellis Island are included

Exclusion

Does NOT include pedestal or crown access

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

• 0% refund if cancelled 0+ days before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Statue City Cruises is the only official and authorized ferry service to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island.

All visitors boarding a Statue City Cruises departure to Liberty and/or Ellis Island must pass through airport grade security procedures in the Screening Facility.

All minors (17 and under) must be accompanied by a responsible Adult (25 years or older).

Children age 3 and under do not require a ticket.

The time printed on your ticket indicates when you should join the queue to enter the security screening facility, not a specific departure. You may only join the queue to enter the security screening facility at the time referenced on your ticket.

There are no locker storage areas at the screening facility at Battery Park.

Ferries depart approximately every 20 - 30 minutes from the New York departure point.

Ferries depart approximately every 35 minutes from the New Jersey departure point.

Self-service lockers ($2, only 25 cent coins are accepted) are available before entry into the Statue of Liberty National Monument. All items left in the lockers must be collected after the tour. The National Park Service is not responsible for any items of value placed in the lockers.

Wait times can be lengthy during peak season, including summer, weekends, and holidays.

Please be aware of unauthorized vendors inside Battery Park who may attempt to redirect you or encourage you to purchase additional tickets. If you need assistance, Statue City Cruises staff are available inside Castle Clinton or managing the ferry boarding lines.

2pm and 3pm priority entry will not allow enough time to visit Ellis Island.