Skip-the-Line Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and Battery Park

About This Experience

The Skip-the-Line Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and Battery Park tour is a fantastic way to explore some of New York City's most iconic landmarks without wasting time waiting in long lines. The tour begins with a 30-minute guided tour of Battery Park, where you'll learn about the park's history and significance, as well as its role in New York City's development. After the guided tour, you'll have guaranteed access to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, two of the most popular attractions in New York City. With skip-the-line access, you won't have to wait in long lines to visit these landmarks, which means you can make the most of your time in the city. Once you arrive at Liberty Island and Ellis Island, you'll have the option to explore using audio guides or upgrade to a fully-escorted tour. The audio guides provide a wealth of information about the history and significance of the landmarks, while the fully-escorted tour offers a more immersive experience with a knowledgeable guide to answer your questions and provide insights. Visiting the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island is an essential part of any trip to New York City, and this tour provides a hassle-free way to do so. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, you'll be amazed by the history and beauty of these iconic landmarks.

Important Information

• Audio tours are available in English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Hindi, Korean, Russian and Arabic.
• Family friendly audio tours designed for children ages 6-10 are also available in the same languages.
• If there are only a few French-speaking or Spanish-speaking guests on the tour, you will be in a tour group with English speakers as well, and will have a bi-lingual guide who will give commentary in either both French and English, or both English and Spanish
• A mandatory airport grade security screening is conducted prior to boarding the ferry. This means no alcohol, weapons or large bags are allowed.
• Depending on the queues, and time of year, any tour departing from 1pm onwards may not make it to Ellis Island before it closes for the day,
• Minors (17 or under) must be accompanied by an adult (25+)
• Due to local regulations, the Statue of Liberty Museum, Ellis Island, and the Ellis Island Immigration Museum may not be open on the date of your visit
• February 2026 – Due to construction, priority boarding is temporarily suspended

Departure locations

• 24 State St, New York County New York, New York, 10004

Not included

• Gratuities
• Pedestal access

Frequently Asked Questions