--- title: Private Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 295 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 868 duration_minutes: 120 duration_max_minutes: 240 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 1 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/private-statue-of-liberty-and-ellis-island-tour-2/ --- # Private Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour In our comparison: #1 of 22 in Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview 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. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please meet your guide on the steps… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 4 start times: between 09:00 and 12:00 - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €295 per person for the Private Liberty Express - 2hr option; other options up to €417 - Duration: 2h–4h - Rating: 4.97/5 from 868 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: ExperienceFirst - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared tour · private option available - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.97 from 868 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 860 of 868. - 5 stars: 853 (98%) - 4 stars: 7 (1%) - 3 stars: 5 (1%) - 2 stars: 2 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Private Liberty Express - 2hr | €295 / person (for 2+ people) | English | - | | Liberty & Ellis - 4hr Tour | €417 / person (for 2+ people) | English | - | ## What's 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 ## Not included - Gratuities - Crown and Pedestal access at the Statue of Liberty ## Itinerary 1. **Battery Park** (15m) - Meet your guide here and get a brief introduction to Battery Park before heading to the ferries. 2. **Manhattan Skyline** (15m; admission included) - Take in the amazing views of New York city on the ferry ride to the islands. 3. **Statue of Liberty** (2h; admission included) - Visit this powerful symbol of freedom with your own private guide! 4. **Ellis Island** (1h; admission included) - 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. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00 - 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 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. Ends: 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. ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - 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. - 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. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €590 | €295 | | 4 | €724 | €181 | | 6 | €870 | €145 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tours start at €23 per person. ## Compared with other Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 22** | €295 | 2h–4h | 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 | | [Hard Hat Tour of the Abandoned Ellis Island Hospital Complex](/usa/new-york/tours/hard-hat-tour-of-the-abandoned-ellis-island-hospital-complex/?format=md) | €60 | 1h 30m | 4.94 (242) | shared | Ranked #1 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. Full list: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/statue-of-liberty-tours/?format=md ## More in New York - All New York tours: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/private-statue-of-liberty-and-ellis-island-tour-2/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/?format=md