Explore the Statue of Liberty and hear Ellis Island immigration stories
4 Hours
Guide, Roundtrip ferry ticket
Discover the origins, design, and construction of the Statue of Liberty, then continue to Ellis Island to learn about the immigrants who arrived in New York.
Take in views of New York Harbor before visiting Liberty Island, and finish with a self-guided experience at Ellis Island.
Entry to the pedestal or crown levels inside the Statue of Liberty is not included.
Tickets are non-refundable. Cancellation or rescheduling requests made less than 48 hours before the departure date are not accepted. If you do not show up for the tour, we reserve the right to collect payment or scan your pass, depending on the booking method.
Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. The tour can’t wait for late arrivals once it begins.
No. This tour does not include entry to the pedestal or crown levels inside the Statue of Liberty.
Dress for the day’s weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. You can bring a bottle of water and light snacks.
Standing at the edge of New York Harbor, Ellis Island greets you with the same hushed gravity it offered millions of arrivals over a century ago. The red-brick and limestone facade rises above the water, a monument to one of the most consequential chapters in American history. Walking through the restored Registry Room at Ellis Island, you feel the weight of those journeys in the vaulted tile ceilings and worn wooden benches. It is a place where the abstract story of immigration becomes deeply personal.
With guides like Liam, Stacey, Demani, and Alessia leading the way, it's easy to see why this tour company earns such consistent praise. Reviewers frequently call out their guides by name, describing them as knowledgeable, passionate, and genuinely engaging. The Wall Street tour, Harlem Gospel experience, and Black History tours are all popular options, and guests seem to walk away from each one feeling like they got more than they bargained for. The virtual tour offerings are worth noting too, especially for groups or teams looking for an accessible, educational experience around Black history and culture. Several corporate and academic groups have used this company for private and virtual tours, with strong results across the board. One potential frustration flagged by a reviewer is that Spanish-language tours advertised online may not always be available in the booking calendar, so non-English speakers should confirm availability before reserving. Overall, the tone across reviews is genuinely enthusiastic, and that enthusiasm spans solo travelers, school groups, faculty teams, and even lifelong New Yorkers who discovered something new about their own city.
Alessia is great tour all the food was good especially the bread
Brian Bell
May 21, 2026
Alessia is great tour all the food was good especially the bread
Brian Bell
May 21, 2026