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title: Hard Hat Tour of the Abandoned Ellis Island Hospital Complex
lang: en
type: tour
city: New York
country: United States
price: 60
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.94
reviews: 242
duration_minutes: 90
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 4 of 22 (Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-21
data_updated: 2026-10-21
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/hard-hat-tour-of-the-abandoned-ellis-island-hospital-complex/
---

# Hard Hat Tour of the Abandoned Ellis Island Hospital Complex

In our comparison: #4 of 22 in Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Explore the hauntingly beautiful abandoned hospitals of Ellis Island on a 90-minute Hard Hat Tour, offered exclusively by Save Ellis Island. Discover the island’s rich yet overlooked history, as knowledgeable guides lead you through this once state-of-the-art medical facility that treated over a million immigrants. The tour showcases remarkable art installations and the poignant stories of those who sought a better life. This unique opportunity is perfect for history enthusiasts and those interested in America's immigration legacy.

- 90-minute guided tour through the historic Ellis Island Hospital Complex
- Access to a site closed to the public for over 60 years
- Led by experienced guides with deep knowledge of the island's history
- Hard hats provided on-site for your safety

## Before you book

- Meeting point: We meet at the information desk inside…
- Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk
- 4 start times: between 10:30 and 13:30
- Age rule: No children under 10 will be allowed on the tour

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €60 per person
- Duration: 1h 30m
- Rating: 4.94/5 from 242 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Save Ellis Island
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Tickets: Admission included
- Start times: 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

4.94 from 242 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 239 of 242.

- 5 stars: 236 (98%)
- 4 stars: 3 (1%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 1 (0%)
- 1 star: 2 (1%)

## What's included

- Admission fee
- Guide

## Not included

- The Ferry ticket is NOT included - This must be purchased through Statue City Cruises.

## Itinerary

1. **Ellis Island** (1h 30m) - Step behind the scenes of Ellis Island on the Hard Hat Tour—a unique, 90-minute guided experience through the abandoned hospital complex, not typically open to the public. Led by Save Ellis Island, this tour takes you into 29 unrestored buildings on the island’s south side,...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

We meet at the information desk inside of the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration.

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No children under 10 will be allowed on the tour
- Ellis Island’s south side buildings are over 100 years old and have not yet been restored or updated to current accessibility standards. No ramps are available and portions of the tour include stairs, uneven walking surfaces, and areas that are difficult to navigate. At this time, it is not accessible for guests using wheelchairs, powered scooters, or other mobility equipment that cannot be accommodated along the route. The tour covers approximately 1.5 miles over a 90-minute period and requires sustained walking and the ability to navigate uneven surfaces and stairs safely. Guests with concerns are encouraged to contact us in advance so we can discuss the tour conditions and help determine whether the experience is appropriate.

## Compared with other Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #4 of 22** | €60 | 1h 30m | 4.94 (242) | shared |
| [Private Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour](/usa/new-york/tours/private-statue-of-liberty-and-ellis-island-tour-2/?format=md) | €295 | 2h | 4.97 (868) | private |
| [50-Minute NYC Statue of Liberty Scenic Cruise](/usa/new-york/tours/50-minute-nyc-statue-of-liberty-scenic-cruise/?format=md) | €23 | 50 min | 4.99 (417) | shared |
| [Statue of Liberty Speedboat Tour - from Chelsea Piers](/usa/new-york/tours/statue-of-liberty-speedboat-tour-from-chelsea-piers/?format=md) | €54 | 30 min | 4.97 (195) | shared |

Ranked #4 of 22 in Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €23 to €295, median €60; typical length 2h. 4 of 22 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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