Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

Justin Swain★★★★★★★★★★5.0a month ago

This is incredible and a must for anyone visiting New York. We got out tickets, booked 7 days in advance through the GoCity App. It was really easy to do and it provides reminders and directions to the site. We booked our ferry for 9.15am. We had a lovely trip across to Ellis Island. You pull into thw harbour and can then spend as long as you want on the island. The Statue of Liberty did not disappoint. When you see her in the distance you are underwhelmed. When you see her on the island it is awesome inspiring. We took pictures galore, had a huge bagel and drinks and visited the museum. All of which are great. The views back to New York are breathtaking. We caught the ferry to the Ellis Island original immigration processing centre, a fascinating look back at the history of the area. Finally we caught the ferry back to New York. We all felt the trip exceeded our expectations 💯

Jashan Singh Gill★★★★★★★★★★5.06 months ago

Amazing experience! One of the must visit places in NYC! If you want to visit the hat you have to buy tickets beforehand and they sell out fast so make sure you get them before you visit. There are a couple lemonade stands on the island but I wasn’t a fan of the lemonade. Make sure you have your own water and some snacks to spend time on the island. The front of the statue gets busy from people taking pictures so it might take a while for your turn to come so plan accordingly. Ferry line gets long too so it might take a couple of ferries for you to get to and from the island. Beware of scam ticket sellers. Buy the tickets either online on the official website or the booths before the boarding dock. You will have to go through security as well. The museum is a must visit too! Don’t skip by it. It’s definitely worth checking out!

asrar ahmad★★★★★★★★★★5.05 months ago

Awesome visit! Seeing the Statue of Liberty in person was an unforgettable experience. There was a show that explained how the statue was built, the difficulties faced during its construction, and the purpose behind creating it, which made the visit even more meaningful. The history was inspiring, the views were incredible, and everything was well organized. Definitely a must-see attraction and a highlight of the trip.

akharapon ruangkitphaiboon★★★★★★★★★★5.02 months ago

This is a must-visit and one of the most iconic landmarks when traveling to New York City. Missing this place would be a real pity. To get up close for photos, you’ll need to take a ferry, which usually requires booking tickets in advance. The boarding process can take some time, so it’s best to come in the morning. Be aware that there are quite a few scammers around the area, so it’s important to stay cautious and well-informed before visiting this place.

Amber Johnson★★★★★★★★★★5.0a month ago

For the Crown Tour: tickets can be purchased months in advance online and include access to the pedestal & a small museum at that level. There is an elevator that can take you to the top of the pedestal - if you opt for the stairs, as we did, be prepared for quite a few flights (I want to say eight). There are plenty of places to stop & rest if needed. Once you ascend to the top of the platform, crown access begins for those with tickets, but you can see quite a lot of the structure from the platform too via a glass panel. The crown ascent is an extremely narrow, steep staircase - but there are guardrails on both sides and the line moves very slowly, as it’s a one-way lane through the top of the crown and back down again, so be prepared for stop-and-go the whole time. My 6’2” husband had to be strategic but never actually hit his head; I, at 5’4”, found the staircase perfectly comfortable. It would be very difficult for someone holding a child or for anyone who is claustrophobic. However the views inside are fascinating! And the crown, at the top, is well worth the hike. There’s a thermometer posted at the top of the crown that showed temperatures 30* higher than outside - I can only imagine how hot it gets in August, inside a metal pillar full of bodies. Just something to keep in mind as you plan your trip. Bottom line: excellent cost to value for two adults, but I would only bring my young children under certain temperatures and I’d come armed with snacks and lots of positive reinforcement.