 The Statue of Liberty is more than a monument - she is a beloved friend, and a living symbol of freedom to the world. Ellis Island is the historic gateway to America, where millions of immigrants passed through between 1892 and 1955. No trip to New York City is complete without visiting the Statue of Liberty National Monument and the Ellis Island Immigration Museum.
Did you know that the Statue of Liberty's index finger is eight feet long? Learn more fascinating facts and history about our beloved Statue of Liberty!
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Choose One of These Convenient Ways to See the Statue of Liberty:
New York City Sightseeing and Tours
NOTE about the Crown: NYCVP does not sell or reserve tickets to climb the 354 steps to the Statue's crown.
New York City Vacation Packages:
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Sightseeing Options and Vacation Package Inclusions
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Location and Directions to the Statue of Liberty
The Statue of Liberty Ferry departs from Battery Park on the southern tip of Lower Manhattan.
Subway:
- 1 to South Ferry
- 4, 5 to Bowling Green
- R to Whitehall Street
Security:
- Visitors to the Park are required to undergo airport style security screening. Visitors to the Monument undergo additional security screening.
- All persons and property are subject to search.
- Large bags are not allowed on Liberty or Ellis Islands.
- There are no locker facilities at the New York and New Jersey embarkation points.
- There are locker facilities on Liberty Island for Monument visitors.
- Backpacks, strollers and large umbrellas are not permitted in the Monument.
- Food (even unopened) and drinks (including water) are not allowed inside the Statue of Liberty.
- All weapons are prohibited, including: Firearms, explosives or flammables, knives or sharp objects (including tools), pepper spray and mace.
Security is managed by the United States Park Police.
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