--- title: Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 150 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 59 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 6 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/statue-of-liberty-and-ellis-island-tour-semi-private-8ppl-max/ --- # Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max In our comparison: #6 of 22 in Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover America’s most famous port of entry at Ellis island, including the iconic Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor. On this 3 hour Semi-Private (8 Guest Maximum) tour, follow your guide and retrace the steps of over 12 million immigrants looking for a new life in the United States. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet at the Bronze statue ‘the… - Group size varies by option: max 8 from €150 · private from €365 - Starts 09:00: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €150 per person for the SEMI-PRIVATE 8ppl Max. English option; other options up to €365 - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.97/5 from 59 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Babylon Tours New York City - Group: Group size varies by option: max 8 from €150 · private from €365 - Guide languages: English - Start times: 09:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.97 from 59 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 58 of 59. - 5 stars: 58 (98%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 1 (2%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (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 | |---|---|---|---| | SEMI-PRIVATE 8ppl Max. English | €150 / person | English | "Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS. | | Family Friendly Private Tour! | €365 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Family Friendly Private Tour! | | UPGRADE AS PRIVATE TOUR 9AM | €365 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private Guide Just For You: PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR; FERRY TRANSPORTATION TO ELLIS ISLAND & STATUE OF LIBERTY; PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE; All Entrance Fees | ## What's included - Ferry transportation to Ellis Island and Statue of Liberty - All Fees and Taxes - Professional Tour Guide ## Not included - Lunch - Tour Price Does NOT Include Hotel Pickup or Drop-Off (We Recommend UBER or Taxi) - Tour Does NOT Include Gratuities (OPTIONAL) - GUIDING IS NOT PERMITTED INSIDE THE ELLIS ISLAND IMMIGRATION MUSEUM, THE VISIT IS SELF-GUIDED ## Itinerary 1. **Battery Park** (10m) - You will begin your tour at Battery Park, a public park located at the southern tip of Manhattan Island. Here, you will briefly see the attractions and monuments that the park contains and learn all about its history as one of the oldest parts of Manhattan. 2. **Castle Clinton National Monument** (10m) - Before making your way to Liberty Island, you will learn about Castle Clinton, a landmark representing not only the city’s growth but the growth of the nation. Built from 1808 to 1811, it was the first US immigration station where more than 8 million people arrived in the... 3. **SeaGlass Carousel** (10m) - You will also pass the Seaglass Carousel, a fish-themed carousel that represents a symbol of recovery in the area, which suffered damage from Hurricane Sandy in 2012. You will be able to appreciate the carousel’s design. Design along with construction took nearly a decade. 4. **New York Harbor** (10m) - From here, you will board the ferry at the New York Harbour, part of the port of the New York. Lying at the mouth of the Hudson River, it is one of the largest natural harbours in the world. 5. **Statue of Liberty** (1h; admission included) - You will make your way to Liberty Island, located just off the southern tip of Manhattan Island. Here you will see the Statue of Liberty, the highlight of your trip. You will learn all about her history and how she came to be on the island. 6. **Ellis Island** (1h) - Next you will visit Ellis Island, an island that contains a museum and former immigration inspection centre. It was the nation’s busiest immigration inspection station from 1892 to 1954. *Ellis Island Immigration Museum is unguided* Guiding is not permitted inside the museum,... 7. **American Immigrant Wall of Honor** (10m) - During your time on Ellis Island, you will see the American Immigrant Wall of Honour, a permanent exhibit of individual or family names. It is the only place in the US where an individual can honor his or her family heritage at a National Monument. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00 - 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 Meet at the Bronze statue ‘the immigrants’ (Luis Sanguino) in battery park, just southeast of castle Clinton ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - 100% Satisfaction Guarantee – Important Details We stand by our commitment to providing the best tour experience. If for any reason your experience did not meet expectations, we offer a 100% Guarantee under the following conditions: 1. Contact Us Within 24 Hours – To qualify for any potential refund or resolution, you must reach out to us within 24 hours of your tour. 2. Give Us a Chance to Make It Right – Before posting any negative reviews online, please allow us the opportunity to address your concerns. We take pride in our customer service and are committed to finding a fair solution. To request a resolution, please contact us at after tour. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to ensuring every guest has an amazing experience! ## Compared with other Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #6 of 22** | €150 | 3h | 4.97 (59) | varies by option | | [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 #6 of 22 in Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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