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ComboNYC Sunset & Harbor Lights Cruise with Statue of Liberty
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ComboStatue of Liberty & Ellis Island by Ferry with Private Guide
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Standard Statue of Liberty visit
It is the dedicated entry-ticket product and is priced at 32.50 USD.
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The sunset and harbor-lights cruise is priced at 45.27 USD and adds a scenic cruise context.
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It specifically includes a private guide and ferry visits to Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.
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Good to know
Practical notes before your visit.
TimingFor the least pressure, choose an early ferry on a weekday outside high season; the National Park Service recommends an early departure when visiting both Liberty Island and Ellis Island. Security queues can be an hour or more during summer, weekends, and holidays, so the first available time is the strongest choice for a full visit.
EntranceFerry access map: The Battery, Manhattan → current screening and ferry-embarkation facility at The Battery; advanced-purchase Crown ticket holders should check in at the Castle Clinton kiosk before security. Liberty State Park, Jersey City → separate screening and ferry departure. Your reserved time is the approximate time to join the security queue, not a ferry departure, and the National Park Service says not to arrive more than 30 minutes early. Keep bags small because there are no lockers at the departure screening facilities; Crown and Pedestal visitors also pass through secondary screening on Liberty Island.
PriceThe official-ticket benchmark shown here is $32.50 USD for "NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Tickets." Partner options are listed at $45.27 USD and $275.09 USD; compare the final checkout total, cancellation terms, and inclusions before booking.
DiscountsThe National Park Service does not charge an entrance fee for Liberty Island or Ellis Island, but every visitor—including children under 4—needs a ferry ticket to reach the islands. Children under 4 travel free; children aged 4–12 use the child category, adults are 13+, and the senior category starts at 62. Free admission does not remove ferry, reservation, or timed-access requirements, and pedestal or crown access requires a separate advance reservation when available. Crown visitors should be prepared for a strenuous climb of 162 narrow, steep stairs in a confined spiral staircase; there is no elevator to the crown, and the NPS advises caution for significant heart, respiratory, mobility, or other physical or mental conditions that could impair completion of the climb.
Planning your visit
The formal name, Statue of Liberty National Monument, honors Liberty Enlightening the World, the monumental figure commonly called Lady Liberty. Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi designed the statue, while Gustave Eiffel engineered its internal framework above New York Harbor. The New Colossus poem by Emma Lazarus is displayed on a plaque inside the Statue of Liberty Museum.
A General admission ferry ticket reaches Liberty Island and Ellis Island, while a Pedestal reserve ticket adds access to the pedestal observation levels and a Crown access ticket requires a 162-step climb with no elevator. The Statue of Liberty Museum contains three interactive galleries, a ten-minute film and the original 1886 torch. A ranger-guided tour starts at the flagpole and lasts about 35 minutes; a self-guided audio tour covers the island grounds and museum.
The Battery Park ferry departure is at the southern tip of Manhattan, near the South Ferry subway station and Bowling Green subway station; the Liberty State Park ferry departure is in Jersey City, about a one-mile walk from the light-rail station. Liberty Island is reachable only by ferry, and the ferry departure schedule is available at the island information center.
Airport-style screening takes place before every ferry, and the ticket time marks the security queue rather than a guaranteed boat departure. Large luggage is prohibited, while a Liberty Island locker rental near the monument requires a 25-cent deposit; pedestal and crown visitors face an additional security check and tighter bag restrictions.
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Concrete caveats: security, bags, cancellation, time slots.
- The time printed on a ferry ticket is the time to join the security-screening queue, not a guaranteed ferry departure time; queues can reach an hour or more during summer weekends, holidays and other peak periods.
- Every visitor must pass airport-style security before boarding at The Battery or Liberty State Park, so skip-the-line or guided assistance does not remove the security requirement.
- Suitcases, carry-on luggage and other large parcels are not permitted on the ferry or at Liberty Island, and there are no lockers at the departure screening facilities.
- Pedestal or crown access requires a second airport-style security screening on Liberty Island; restricted items may need to be placed in a locker, which requires a 25-cent deposit.
- A ferry ticket is required to reach Liberty Island even though the National Park Service does not charge a separate entrance fee for the island museums.
Frequently asked questions
The things people ask most.
Can I use a mobile ticket, and what does the time slot mean?
Yes. Download the ticket or save a screenshot before leaving, and keep your phone charged. The printed time is when you should join the security-screening queue, not the ferry departure time.
Can I cancel my Statue of Liberty ticket or get a refund?
Cancellation and refund terms are product-specific rather than uniform across ticket options. Confirm the cancellation deadline, refund conditions, and any amendment rules on the checkout page before paying.
Should I buy from the official provider or through a partner?
Statue City Cruises is the only ferry provider authorized to transport visitors to Liberty Island and Ellis Island. A partner listing can be convenient, but verify that it includes island landing and shows the correct departure point; the product titled "NYC Statue City Cruises: Official Statue of Liberty Tickets" is presented as an official ticket option.
What bags can I bring, and will I go through security?
All visitors pass through airport-style security before boarding, and large packages, suitcases, and carry-on luggage are not permitted. There are no storage lockers at the initial screening facilities, while visitors entering the pedestal or crown face additional screening and can use lockers for restricted items.
What happens if I arrive late for my ticket time?
The ticket time is the start of your security-queue window, so arriving late can leave too little time for screening and ferry boarding. Contact the seller shown on your booking immediately if you expect to miss the time; rebooking or refunds depend on that product's terms.
Do children or free visitors still need a ferry ticket?
Yes. The museums and islands do not charge an entrance fee, but ferry transportation is required; the National Park Service fee schedule lists children under 4 as free and ages 4–12 under a child fare category. Ask the ticket provider how a free child is added to the reservation, because ferry capacity and any timed boarding arrangement still apply.
What is the main bottleneck during a Statue of Liberty visit?
Security screening before the ferry is the main bottleneck, especially during summer, weekends, and holidays, when queues can reach an hour or more. A timed ticket helps organize entry but does not bypass airport-style screening.
