New York Harbour by Ferry: 14 Ways Across

1.Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island with Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 18,683 reviews · 5 hours · from $19Our pick

Board a Statue City Cruises ferry from Liberty State Park in Jersey City and explore Liberty Island and Ellis Island at your own pace. Your $19 ticket includes round-trip transport, multilingual audio guides, the Statue of Liberty Museum, and the Ellis Island National Immigration Museum. Plan on four to six hours, plus airport-style security.

“It was so gorgeous on top! Dont think anything needs to be improved!!”

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2.Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour with Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,189 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $59

Meet at 1 Bowling Green, then cross New York Harbor to Liberty Island and Ellis Island. Your English-speaking guide handles ferry entry and adds stories about Lady Liberty and immigration. Choose a two-hour Statue of Liberty visit or a four-hour option with Ellis Island, its museum, and audio guide. Crown and pedestal access is not included.

“The guide Joe was awesome. It was well worth the money. He knew the history. He knew how the system works. Felt at ease immediately.”

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3.Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Ferry Ticket with Upgrade Options

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 291 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $49

Start at Battery Park, pass airport-style security, and ferry to Liberty Island and Ellis Island. Choose basic audio tours, a local guide, or an added Wall Street and 9/11 Memorial walk. Guides such as LeAnn, Nina, Vivian, Sami, and Cesar have led past departures, but the exact guide varies.

“Cesar was a great guide. He provided us with some historical information. We didn’t had to do any lines to get through”

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4.Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour with Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 243 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $69

Meet your English-speaking guide at Castle Clinton, then ride to Liberty Island for a guided look at the Statue of Liberty and its museum. The 4-hour option adds a guided orientation on Ellis Island and time for its immigration museum, audio guide included. Guides such as James, Charly, Jay, and Owen are praised for lively stories and sharp historical detail.

“Our guide Jay, was very passionate about all he talked about. Extremely interesting to listen to, as well as knowledgeable on all aspects of the tour. He was also helpful and would answer any questions posed. Libby & Baden Australia”

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5.Guided Bus and Walking Tour with Staten Island Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 209 reviews · 6 hours · from $79

Spend six hours touring New York by climate-controlled bus, with short guided walks at Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Fifth Avenue, and the 9/11 Memorial. Your English-speaking guide adds city stories along the way, then you ride the Staten Island Ferry for Statue of Liberty views. Lunch at Gansevoort Liberty Market is on your own.

“Steve was very knowledgeable of all NY related history. Betty is the best driver ever!”

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6.NYC 9/11 Museum and Statue of Liberty Ferry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 40 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $129

See the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the National 9/11 Memorial & Museum in about five hours. You’ll receive ferry tickets, museum admission, a self-guided audio guide in nine languages, and an English-speaking host or guide. Leanne has earned especially warm praise for her storytelling, though tight timing and ticket coordination can affect the day.

“Amazing way to see the history of liberty, freedom and love in New York City. Our tour guide Leanne, was an incredible storyteller, engaging, knowledgeable and exceptionally entertaining. She ensured we had a brilliant time at each element of the tour. She spoke about the history in a very proud and passionate way. For the avoidance of any doubt, she was the best tour guide we have ever come across, her energy and enthusiasm made the day what it was ..unforgettable. Because of her we all went away with firm memories that will last our lifetime. LIBERTY Lady Liberty, in all her wondrous glory did not disappoint. She is truly…”

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7.Statue of Liberty & Pre-Ferry Express Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 39 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $49

Meet near Battery Park, get your ferry ticket, and follow a short orientation before visiting Liberty Island and Ellis Island. Choose a live guide or multilingual audio tours. Guides such as Nina, Caesar, Leanne, and Lou Ann have led this experience, but the islands and museums offer limited guided time. Allow about four hours.

“Being able to see the statute up close. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and was able to answer questions.”

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8.Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO Tour with East River Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 28 reviews · from $55Top rated

Join an English-speaking guide for a morning or sunset walk across the Brooklyn Bridge, then explore DUMBO, Washington Street, Jane’s Carousel, Empire Stores, and Fulton Ferry Landing. Guides such as Aline and Garrett have brought warmth, local stories, and excellent photo advice. Your included ferry ticket lets you return to Manhattan’s Pier 11 by water.

“This tour offers a fantastic walk across the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, followed by an exploration of DUMBO's charming streets and waterfront views, blending history and modern urban culture. This tour gives me the vibrant energy and scenic beauty of Brooklyn.”

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9.Statue of Liberty Ellis Island with Pre-Ferry Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 23 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $47

Meet near Battery Park for a short orientation, then ride the ferry to Liberty Island and Ellis Island. You get both museums, multilingual audio guides, and harbor views. Choose a self-guided option or stay with an English-speaking guide such as Leanne or Jacob. The tour lasts about four hours, but museum time can feel rushed.

“Passeio interessante, guia maravilhosa, muito atenciosa e cordial. O único detalhe que não é sem fila… a passagem prioritária na fila ocorre para a checagem de segurança, de resto pega-se fila como todo mundo para as balsas… mas vale o passeio.”

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10.Statue of Liberty Roundtrip Ferry ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 23 reviews · from $59

Start at Battery Park with a professional guide, then take roundtrip ferry service to Liberty Island and Ellis Island. You get Statue of Liberty Museum access, an Ellis Island audio guide in 13 languages, and a small-group setting capped at 15 people. Guides such as Caesar and Leanne Littlestone have led especially memorable departures, though pedestal access is not included.

“Absolutely fantastic from start to finish would recommend this trip guide was very knowledgeable very good”

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11.Statue of Liberty Express Roundtrip Ferry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 16 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $79

Start with an orientation led by guides such as Nina, Matt, or Athea, then take reserved roundtrip ferries to Liberty Island and Ellis Island. You can explore both museums at your own pace, with an optional 9/11 Memorial visit on some bookings. Crown and pedestal entry is not included.

“Buena experiencia Buenas guía en español con Nina espectacular profesional. Fueron puntuales y completaron con el tour al 9.11”

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12.Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island Pre-Ferry tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 11 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $109

Start at 24 State Street for a Battery Park history walk, ferry access, and visits to Liberty Island and Ellis Island. You get roundtrip ferry tickets and self-guided audio in 13 languages. Guides such as Estrella, Fabrice, Leanne, Dean, and Michael have led the introductory portion. Pedestal and 9/11 Memorial upgrades are optional.

“The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable of everything. He was full of so much rich history that most people would probably not know or remember from so long ago. It was truly an amazing tour. Dean was wonderful.”

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13.Statue of Liberty Ferry Boat Pass

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · from $19

You’ll board the Nautical Empress at Pier 36 for a 1 to 2 hour Hudson River cruise with in-person commentary. The boat passes close to the Statue of Liberty and offers views of Ellis Island, One World Trade Center, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Manhattan. Mobile tickets and onboard restrooms are included.

“I did not liked the fact that we had to wait so long in the lines before someone came to scan my ticket, in the end the experience was good.”

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14.Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island by Ferry with Private Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6 reviews · 3 hours - 390 minutes · from $275

Take a ferry from Battery Park to Liberty Island with a private guide who explains Lady Liberty’s story, helps with photos, and handles timed tickets. Choose a 3-hour visit to Liberty Island, add Ellis Island in 5 hours, or include private car transfers in the 4.5 and 6.5-hour options. Guides include Ronald, Bill, and Laura Campisi.

“The guide was really nice offering us all the information we needed.”

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