09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Options and prices
2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.
Option
What the operator says
From, per adult
Private Liberty Express - 2hrThe page price
€295 for 2+ people
Liberty & Ellis - 4hr Tour
€417 for 2+ people
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 21 October 2026.
Included and not included
Professional guide for 2 or 4 hours
Access to the museum on Ellis Island
Access to the new museum on Liberty Island
Round-Trip ferry ticket to Liberty and Ellis Island
Gratuities
Crown and Pedestal access at the Statue of Liberty
Reviews
5.0
868 ratings Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 860 of 868
Star breakdown of all 868 ratings
5 stars
853 · 98%
4 stars
7 · 1%
3 stars
5 · 1%
2 stars
2 · 0%
1 star
1 · 0%
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
Please meet your guide on the steps outside of Castle Clinton's North Entrance (the far side from the water).
The tour guide will be there 15 minutes before the tour starts and will be wearing an orange hat AND/OR a blue shirt or jacket.
Departure
09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00 daily; scheduled through October 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
The 2-Hour Express tour will end at Liberty Island. You can then use your ticket to continue on your own to Ellis Island. , The 4-Hour tour will end on Ellis Island. You can choose to stay there longer and explore on your own or take the first ferry back to Battery Park.
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
ExperienceFirst; booking and payment are completed on Viator
Itinerary
1
Battery Park
Meet your guide here and get a brief introduction to Battery Park before heading to the ferries.
15 min
2
Manhattan Skyline
Take in the amazing views of New York city on the ferry ride to the islands.
15 min · Admission included
3
Statue of Liberty
Visit this powerful symbol of freedom with your own private guide!
2h · Admission included
4
Ellis Island
Walk in the footsteps and hear the stories of millions of immigrants on a guided tour of Ellis Island if you choose the 4-Hour tour.
1h · Admission included
About this tour, from the operator
Experience the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with ExperienceFirst, guided by a local expert. Our private 2hr Express tour, or Full 4hr tour, offers a personalized exploration of these iconic New York City landmarks. Your visit includes a ferry ride, along with all necessary entrance fees. Your 2 Hour Express Tour will finish at Liberty Island, and you can explore Ellis Island on your own. The Full 4 Hour Tour will take you to both islands. Delve into the rich history of Lady Liberty at the Statue of Liberty National Monument. Gain unique insights and a deeper connection to these significant sites through the expertise of your private guide.
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Backpacks, strollers, large items, & food and beverages must be checked into lockers on Liberty Island prior to entering the statue pedestal. These lockers are available for $0.25 per locker. This fee is NOT included in the tour price.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Strollers OK
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
The activity runs regardless of weather conditions. In the rare situation where the seller is forced to cancel the event, ticket-holders will be allowed to reschedule to another time (subject to availability) or be offered a refund
Dress appropriately for the weather. Downtown Manhattan is particularly windy
Security screenings will take place prior to entering the ferry and pedestal at the statue. The Statue of Liberty is managed by the United States Park Police and visitors to the park are required to undergo airport-style security screenings. All persons and property are subject to search.
Prohibited items: any weapons (self-defense or otherwise), locking blades, tools of any kind, large non-folding umbrellas, tripods, laptops, tablet keyboards, luggage, coolers, drones, basketballs, sewing kits, lighter fluid, and anything propelled by aerosol.
Good to know
Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days: Full refund
0-1 days: No refund
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Rating
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