Explore the Statue of Liberty — an icon of hope
On Liberty Island you’ll find the Statue of Liberty herself and the engaging Statue of Liberty Museum with the original torch.
Pair your visit with Ellis Island’s National Museum of Immigration, enjoy sweeping harbor views, and take in the Manhattan skyline on a relaxed ferry ride..
Statue of Liberty & Liberty Island Visiting timetable
Hours vary by season. The first ferry typically departs in the morning and the last return is mid to late afternoon. Last entry for the museum, pedestal, and security screening is usually 30–60 minutes before closing.
Statue of Liberty & Liberty Island Closing Days
Open most days of the year, including weekends. Closed on Thanksgiving Day and December 25, with occasional weather or safety closures.
Where is Located
Liberty Island, New York Harbor, New York, USA
How to get to Liberty Island
Liberty Island is accessible only by authorized ferries operated by Statue City Cruises from Battery Park (New York) and Liberty State Park (New Jersey).
By Train
For Battery Park: take the subway to Bowling Green (4/5), South Ferry (1), or Whitehall St–South Ferry (R/W). For Liberty State Park: use NJ Transit to Hoboken or Exchange Place and transfer to the Hudson‑Bergen Light Rail (HBLR) to Liberty State Park.
By Car
No vehicles are permitted on Liberty Island. Parking is available at Liberty State Park in New Jersey; parking near Battery Park is limited and costly — public transit is recommended.
By Bus
MTA bus routes serve Lower Manhattan near Battery Park. In New Jersey, local buses connect to Liberty State Park and nearby HBLR stations.
On Foot
From neighborhoods in Lower Manhattan, you can walk to Battery Park and follow signs to the Statue City Cruises ticket office and security screening area. The New Jersey departure is inside Liberty State Park.
Why visit the Statue of Liberty
An emblem of freedom, sweeping harbor views, and two museums that bring powerful stories to life.
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Statue of Liberty & Liberty Island
Statue of Liberty Museum
Get close to the original torch, explore immersive galleries, and learn how art, engineering, and ideals shaped one of the world’s most recognized monuments.
Pedestal and Crown Access
Pedestal tickets reveal interior structure and elevated views. Crown tickets are extremely limited and require a steep, narrow climb — an unforgettable perspective for those who qualify.
Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration
Walk through historic halls where generations arrived, and discover personal stories that connect family memory with national history.
Liberty Island at a glance
Quick answers to plan a smooth, memorable visit.
Book your Liberty Island visit
Secure your ferry time and pedestal or crown reservations early.
Combine Liberty and Ellis Island for a powerful, full‑day journey.