Statue of Liberty Tour with Ellis Island and Immigration Museum
Description
No trip to New York would be complete without visiting and learning about one of the most well-known monuments in the world: the Statue of Liberty and the Immigration Museum at Ellis Island. Experience the Statue of Liberty and the Immigration Museum at Ellis Island as you learn their history and their importance to this country and enjoy breath-taking views of the New York City skyline The tour includes priority and reserved access to the islands, a professional tour leader you through both islands (if option selected) and access to the Statue of Liberty Museum and the National Museum of Immigration on the island Ellis.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our tour will start at our meeting point near One Battery Park Plaza opened in 1971, where we can have a panoramic view of our next destination, Liberty Island.
We'll continue to take a walk from One Battery to catch our ferry
We will travel aboard the ferry to the Liberty Island, our guide will give you a brief explanation of the route.
Since 1886, the Statue of Liberty has welcomed millions to New York City and the United States. You will be able to get up close and personal to this international symbol and learn the history behind the statue and how it came to be on Liberty Island. We will provide you with the audio guide, so that you can explore the area on your own
Then our guide will escort you through the Statue of Liberty Museum with multimedia exhibits and historical artefacts, such as the Statue's original torch
On Ellis Island you will visit the National Museum of Immigration to learn about the journey of the millions of immigrants who passed through the island from 1892-1924, arriving in America, in search of a better life.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: Our tour is Bilingual, our guide will explain in two laguages: English & Spanish
- Live Guided Option: (Classic&Premium) Due to site regulations your tour guide might not be able to accompany you inside the sites; regardless, they will offer a complete explanation of what you will experience inside
- Live Guided Option: (Classic&Premium) Please make sure to arrive at the meeting point on time. The guided tour with a live guide begins promptly at 9:30 AM and cannot be delayed.
- Premium Option: This option includes an Interactive Audio Guide on your phone to supplement the explanations provided by the guide in places where he/she is not allowed to lead. We recommend choosing this option to enhance your experience
- Basic Option: Please note that you must go directly to the ferry at your selected time, near "The View at Battery Park" Beer Garden. There is no need to go to any other meeting point. Please make sure to show the additional ticket sent by Amigo Tours to gain access. As a reminder, this option only includes the interactive audio guide and does not include live commentary
- Due to the security check to go on board the ferry every client has to wait a line. This line can take until 2 hours depending on the affluence. We recommend taking a hat and suncream on summer and you can also use this time to make turns and use the toilette
- Please note that luggage, scooters and other bulky objects are not permitted on the ferry. We cannot be held responsible if you are denied access with any of these items.
- On days where the volume of visitors may be higher, such as: holidays, there may be long lines to enter the ferry, monument and museums.
- Kindly note that the Audio Guide is is available in English, Spanish and Portuguese
- Guests under the age of 18 may not be admitted at check-in unless accompanied by an adult.
Reviews(571)
Nice tour guide. Daniel is very friendly and very professionnal. 🙏🏻 Elsa and Vadim
Everything excellent, very good, excellent
The guide was late an did not speak English well.
Dear Go743155, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are sorry to learn that your experience did not meet your expectations. Punctuality and clear communication are essential aspects of the service we aim to provide, so it is disappointing to hear that you felt the guide arrived late and that the language level did not meet your expectations. This is certainly not the standard we strive to deliver to our guests. Your comments have been shared with the relevant team, as experiences like yours help us identify opportunities for improvement and reinforce the quality standards we expect throughout our operations. We appreciate you taking the time to let us know about your experience and hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better one in the future. Kind regards, Ramos, Quality Team
All questions answered by Daniel
I thought I had booked a guided tour, but it turned out to be a self-guided tour. That was absolutely fine, though. Even though we had booked for 12:30, we were allowed to start a little earlier. It was nice that they were flexible with the timing.
Daniel the guide gave a very good explanation, we liked the tour a lot!!
It would be better to have a crane that speaks Portuguese,
Dear B6591ZWmichaels, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We truly appreciate your comment and your honesty, as it helps us continue improving the experience we provide to all our guests. We understand how valuable it is to receive information in your preferred language, and we appreciate your suggestion regarding having a Portuguese-speaking guide. Our goal is always to make our tours as accessible and comfortable as possible for international travelers, and your feedback highlights an important area for consideration. Please rest assured that we will take your suggestion into account as we continue to evaluate and enhance our services. We are grateful that you chose to join us and hope that, despite this aspect, you were still able to enjoy the visit and its historical significance. It would be a pleasure to welcome you again in the future and provide an even more personalized experience. Kind regards, Ramos, Quality Team
Sergio was an amazing tour guide! My mother and I learned so much about the history of Ellis Island and the breathtaking beauty of New York. We debated going on our own, but I'd strongly encourage everyone to book Amigo Tours instead! The guide was knowledgeable, kind, insightful, and very intellectual. There's no way we would have learned about as much as we did if we went alone.
Dear patiencewilliams1, Thank you very much for your wonderful and thoughtful review! We are truly delighted to hear that your experience was so meaningful, especially as you shared it with your mother. Creating moments that bring people together and leave lasting memories is something we deeply value. We’re especially grateful for your kind words about Sergio. His knowledge, kindness, and ability to explain complex historical topics in an engaging and accessible way are qualities that make a real difference. It’s fantastic to know that he helped you gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of such an important and symbolic place. We also truly appreciate your trust in choosing a guided experience instead of going on your own. Knowing that the guided tour added so much more value and insight is incredibly rewarding for us. Your recommendation means a great deal and will surely help other travelers make their decision. Thank you again for sharing your experience. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you and your family again in the future for more enriching and memorable experiences. Kind regards, Ramos, Quality Team
Honestly having a guide didn’t add much to the experience at all, which is disappointing because I very much wanted a guide to learn all about Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty for this tour. The guide was nice, but everything that we learned was really in the museums and exhibits. The other guides seemed to be spending a lot more time with their groups and had binders with materials. You’re better off either just buying the ferry tickets yourself for significantly less, or find a mother tour group based on someone’s recommendation. I’ve done a TON of tour groups, especially the “free walking ones” where you tip what you can/think what they deserve that were astronomically better.
Dear Matea_Z, Thank you for sharing your thoughts about your experience. We are truly sorry to hear that the tour did not meet your expectations, especially since you were looking forward to gaining deeper insight through a guided experience. We understand that, in destinations with such rich museums and well-developed exhibits, it can sometimes feel as though much of the information is already available on-site. However, our intention is to complement those resources by providing structure to the visit, offering context before key moments, and ensuring a smooth and well-organized experience throughout the day. Our guides are trained professionals who aim to enhance the visit with curated explanations, orientation, and assistance, adapting as much as possible to the group’s pace and circumstances. We also appreciate your observation regarding other groups, as different guiding styles can vary, and we continuously work to ensure that our delivery is both engaging and consistent with the standards our guests expect. Your feedback is valuable in helping us refine that balance. While we regret that the added value was not as evident in your case, we thank you for recognizing the guide’s kindness and for taking the time to provide such detailed comments. These insights help us keep improving the experience we offer. Kind regards, Ramos, Quality Team
Excellent tour and guide Diego was very knowledgeable
Dear harrywZ1330XE, Thank you very much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you had an excellent experience and that the tour met your expectations. Exploring such an important and symbolic location is always a special moment, and we’re glad it was a positive one for you. We are especially pleased to know that Diego made such a strong impression. His knowledge and ability to present information in an engaging way are key elements in creating a memorable experience, and we’re happy that his expertise enhanced your visit. Having a guide who can provide meaningful context truly allows guests to connect more deeply with what they’re seeing. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we would be delighted to welcome you again for another enriching and enjoyable experience in the future. Kind regards, Ramos, Quality Team
