Purchasing tickets to Statue of Liberty

1. Where can I buy Statue of Liberty tickets?
2. How do I reserve tickets for the Statue of Liberty crown?
3. How much do tickets cost for the Statue of Liberty?
4. How did they pay for the Statue of Liberty?
5. How long is the ferry ride to Statue of Liberty?
6. Do I need to reserve tickets for Statue of Liberty?
7. What ferry takes you to Statue of Liberty?
8. Why can't you go up the Statue of Liberty?
9. Can you bring a backpack to the Statue of Liberty?
10. What is the best time to visit the Statue of Liberty?
11. How much are tickets to Ellis Island?
12. What is best way to see Statue of Liberty?

Where can I buy Statue of Liberty tickets?

The only on-site location to purchase authorized tickets is the Statue Cruises official ticket office inside Castle Clinton in Battery Park.

How do I reserve tickets for the Statue of Liberty crown?

HOW DO I GET TICKETS FOR THE CROWN OF THE STATUE OF LIBERTY? Crown reservations must be made through the 'Book Now' link here (link) or by phone at 201-604-2800 11am-5pm EST. Same day crown tickets are not available and we do not keep a wait list. You can reserve a maximum of four people per transaction.

How much do tickets cost for the Statue of Liberty?

General Admission and Pedestal Tickets

$19.25 – Adult | $14 – Senior 62+ | $9 – Child 4-12 | Free – Child under 4.

How did they pay for the Statue of Liberty?

The Statue of Liberty cost approximately $250,000 to build (in 1880 dollars) and was paid for by the French people - not the French government - through a creative fundraising effort that we recognize today as crowdfunding.

How long is the ferry ride to Statue of Liberty?

Once you land on Liberty Island you need to walk a few minutes from the ferry. Given that around 50-60 minutes. This is from their website, "Sailing time to each island is approximately 15 minutes. If you remain on boat for ride only without visiting either monument, it will be one hour and fifteen minutes.

Do I need to reserve tickets for Statue of Liberty?

Statue of Liberty crown tickets are available only through Statue Cruises; they must be purchased in advance either by telephone or online. ... Your crown ticket includes your ferry trip to and from the Islands, as well as admission to the Ellis Island Immigration Museum, so you don't need to purchase those separately.

What ferry takes you to Statue of Liberty?

Visitors arrive and depart Liberty Island and Ellis Island, located in New York Harbor, via ferries operated by Statue Cruises. These ferries leave from two locations: Battery Park, at the southern tip of Manhattan in New York City, and Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey.

Why can't you go up the Statue of Liberty?

Visitors have not been allowed inside the torch for over a century after a massive explosion. Shrapnel hit the nearby Statue of Liberty, closing off the arm to future visitors, as noted on a commemorative plaque that remains on the site to this day. ...

Can you bring a backpack to the Statue of Liberty?

Bags & Backpacks

Large bags are not allowed on Liberty or Ellis Islands. There are no locker facilities at the New York and New Jersey embarkation points. Backpacks, strollers and large umbrellas are not permitted in the Monument.

What is the best time to visit the Statue of Liberty?

Best Time to Book the Statue of Liberty Tour

Mornings departing before Noon is best. Afternoon time is more congested and can take more time. Especially in the Summer! In Winter is nice going to the Statue of Liberty in the afternoon so you get to see the Sunset.

How much are tickets to Ellis Island?

Fees & Passes

What is best way to see Statue of Liberty?

For the best land views of Lady Liberty, head to the southern tip of Lower Manhattan, to an area known as the Battery. (Downtown Tour Loop: Hop off at: Battery Park/Ellis Island/Statue of Liberty Ferry or Subway to South Ferry or Bowling Green).