NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Tickets

Statue City Cruises is the only official and authorized ferry service to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, offering the exclusive way to experience these iconic landmarks up close. Hop on board the ferry and enjoy a self-guided tour of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island departing from New York City or New Jersey. Visit Liberty Island, explore the Ellis Island Immigration Museum, and learn fascinating facts as you go.

Begin your experience by departing from Battery Park in NYC or Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ, both easily accessible by public transportation or car. Once you arrive at the meeting point, bypass the ticket line with your pre-purchased ticket.

Board the ferry and enjoy impressive views of Lady Liberty and the NYC skyline. Take note of the ferry’s return times to plan your day. Your ticket gives you access to explore two attractions: Liberty Island (home of the Statue of Liberty) and Ellis Island.

Upon arrival at Liberty Island, pick up your multilingual audio guide and begin exploring the history of the Statue of Liberty. Take in breathtaking views of New York Harbor and enjoy time to explore the grounds at your own pace. Children also have the opportunity to enjoy a special narration of this self-guided tour.

When you’re ready, return to the ferry and continue to Ellis Island. Upon arrival, pick up your multilingual audio guide at the Immigration Museum and explore what was America’s busiest immigration station for over 62 years. Walk in the footsteps of millions of people from around the globe who passed through here seeking a new beginning in America.

When you are finished, return to the ferry and make your way back to your original departure point.

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• Passport or ID card
• Water
• Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

• Drones
• Glass objects
• Luggage or large bags
• Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

• All prohibited items will be confiscated and retained by the United States Park Police.
• 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.
• Children aged 0-3 are free.
• Give yourself 4-6 hours to enjoy the attractions.
• If you wish to explore both islands, it is recommended to choose a departure time earlier than 1:00 PM
• Lines to enter the State of Liberty can be longer than a 3-hour wait.
• Not all departure times offer access to Liberty Island, 2pm and later priority entry will not allow enough time to visit Ellis Island.
• People aged under 17 must be accompanied by a responsible adult 25 years old or older
• 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.