Essential Ticket + Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry

Name: Essential Ticket + Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry | New York | Big Bus Tours
Brand: Big Bus Tours
Rating: 4.0 (8112 reviews)

See the icons in a New York minute! If you’re looking for an overview of Manhattan, our Essential Ticket + Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry is the perfect choice. See Manhattan's top landmarks on our Downtown and Uptown bus tour loops. In addition, this combo includes a Ferry Ticket to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Islands.

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From US$100.00
Child 3–12 years

From US$90.00

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Ferry to Liberty & Ellis Islands

A trip to New York wouldn't be complete without visiting the world-famous Statue of Liberty National Monument, and historic Ellis Island (home to the Ellis Island Immigration Museum). T&Cs: The Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry operates from 9:00am to 3:00pm with regular departures from Battery Park. You will need to redeem your ticket voucher with a Big Bus Tours staff member before heading to the ferry terminal. On arrival you will need to pass through a security checkpoint before boarding the ferry, but do not join this line without first retrieving your ferry ticket. Please allow 30 minutes prior to boarding for this security check. This ticket includes a ferry journey to both Liberty Island and Ellis Island, but not interior monument or museum access. Please note that our retail price includes an USD$2.00 per person transaction fee.

Routes

Downtown Loop (Red)

With pre-recorded commentary.
- Operates 9:00am-45:00pm
- Frequency: 15 min
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Uptown Loop (Blue)

With pre-recorded commentary.
- Operates 10:00am- 4:00pm
- Frequency: 30 mins
See full timetable

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Do I need to choose a date for my tour?

Yes – when you book, you will need to select the date you’d like to hop on the bus. If you’re touring with us for more than one day, your ticket must be used across consecutive days, and the date you select at time of booking should be the first day of your tour. Some tours also require you to select a time of travel, to secure your seat. If your ticket has extra inclusions, you may also need to book dates and times for these inclusions after your purchase is complete via our Booking Portal. For more information, please see the instructions on your booking confirmation email.

Where can I buy a ticket for the tour?

You can purchase tickets either on this website, on the bus, from a trusted retailer such as your hotel concierge, or from one of our on-street staff members. Please note that for hygiene reasons we encourage you to pay with card when possible so that all parties can avoid the handling of cash.

Is the commentary available in my language?

All buses feature an entertaining and informative pre-recorded commentary in the following languages:

- English
- Spanish
- French
- German
- Italian
- Portuguese

What time do tours start and how often do the buses run?

Please visit our Service Information page for up-to-date information on tour start times and frequency.

Where can I start the tour?

You can hop on at any Big Bus stop. To find the stop closest to you, please click here.

Tell me about Big Bus Tours New York

Welcome to Big Bus Tours New York! We're proud to offer exciting sightseeing tours of the Big Apple on our open-top double-decker buses, giving you the opportunity to discover all the city's famous landmarks with ease and comfort. During our tours, you'll be entertained by our pre-recorded on-board commentary, available in English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese and Italian via complimentary headphones. Feel free to hop on and hop off the bus from any of our stops to visit the landmarks and attractions that capture your interest, or get comfortable and stay on board for the entire tour - the choice is yours! There are 2 tour routes available: the Uptown Loop (Blue Route) and Downtown loop (Red Route) tours.

Essential Ticket + Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry

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