Some things to know before you visit the park.

Ferries are wheelchair accessible as well as the grounds of Liberty Island, its Information Center, concessions and all security screening areas. Those requiring the use of a wheelchair can enter the monument and experience the lobby, museum and lower promenade including Ft. Wood (what the Statue stands in). The pedestal observatory platform includes the use of an elevator and a 24-step climb. For assistance, please contact any National Park Service employee, U.S. Park Ranger, or U.S. Park Police Officer. A limited number of wheelchairs are available at both Liberty and Ellis Islands (on a first-come, first-served basis). The crown and torch are not accessible to visitation. Although pets are not allowed on the ferry system or in the park, guide and assist animals are welcome.

Monument access: is on a guided basis and requires a time pass available free from the ferry company. A limited number are available each day for walk-ins or via reservation by calling: 1-877-LADY-TIX (U.S. callers only) or on-line.

From Battery Park in Lower Manhattan: an official placard is needed to park in designated handicapped spaces. Private parking lots are also available (limited). Handicapped accessible rest rooms are available in castle Clinton National Monument. Ferry ticketing areas are accessible.

From Liberty State Park, Jersey City, NJ.: designated parking requires a placard. Ample public parking is available for a fee. There are level walkways to the ferry boarding area. Handicapped accessible restrooms are located at Liberty State Park. 

Statue Cruises personnel provide assistance in boarding ferries. Ferry boats contains enclosed areas and ferry restrooms are not handicapped accessible.

At Liberty Island: all outdoor walkways are paved and level. Benches are located around the island grounds. All buildings are handicapped accessible. The observation level at the pedestal can be reached by elevator and a 24-step climb. Handicapped access to the museum, exhibits and Fort Wood promenade, via elevator, is available. Tactile models of the island, armature bars and a full-scale replica of the Statue's face and foot are located in the museum exhibits. Videos are closed-captioned. Restrooms are located in the monument and the concessionaire building. Food and gift service areas on Liberty and Ellis Islands can accommodate all visitors. Limited seating is available on both islands. An assisted-listening portable induction loop system is available at the information center. LARGE PRINT brochures are available upon request. 

For information about programs, services, activities and requests regarding accommodations for people with disabilities: please contact the park about programming and services at least seven (7) days in advance of your intended visit. 

Write to: National Park Service, Statue of Liberty National Monument, Liberty Island, NY NY 10004. Attn: Superintendent or e-mail. Phone: 212 363-3200. TYY: 212 363-8343.

Ranger-guided tours are offered at Liberty and Ellis Islands with ASL - American Sign Language translation. Ranger-guided tours translated in ASL are provided free at scheduled intervals on Liberty Island. Click here for: Upcoming ASL Tour Schedule.

Emergency Medical Services: are available on both Liberty and Ellis Islands. Contact any National Park Service employee for assistance. Proper preparedness by those visiting the park can prevent emergencies from occurring. (medications, food, water, etc.)

For the safety of all of our visitors and protection of the resource, all visitors entering the monument must have a time pass and proceed through a secondary screening processing area on Liberty Island.