3 h
Daily Tour
Unlimited
English
Explore landmarks such as Battery Park, Castle Garden Immigration Station, and the iconic Wall of Honor. Discover the stories of over 12 million immigrants and celebrate their enduring contributions to the nation
Embark on a poignant 3-hour semi-private guided tour of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, retracing the steps of over 12 million immigrants who sought the promise of the New World. Join a group of up to 8 people and delve into America’s rich immigration history.
Starting at Battery Park, explore the site of the country’s first immigration center, Castle Garden Immigration Station. Take a ferry to Liberty Island, where the iconic Statue of Liberty stands as a symbol of freedom. Uncover the history of Fort Wood, the statue’s base, gifted to the US by France in 1886, and the contributions of notable figures like Bartholdi and Eiffel.
Board another ferry to Ellis Island, where millions of European newcomers once walked. Discover the challenges faced by immigrants during medical examinations and quarantine. Explore the island’s layout, including the housing for quarantined immigrants, and conclude at the Wall of Honor, where 700,000 names commemorate those who entered the United States.
Highlights also include Battery Park, Governors Island forts, the original torch inside Fort Wood, Bartholdi’s construction, Eiffel’s involvement, and the Verrazano Bridge symbolizing the immigrant journey. After the tour, dive deeper into the exhibits and history at the museum. This experience pays tribute to the immigrants who shaped America’s success and serves as an ideal way to remember and celebrate their invaluable contributions