Visit the MuseumOur museum chronicles the difficulties and triumphs two countries overcame to build a symbol of freedom. The museum contains an immersive theater, and various historical artifacts including the original torch from 1876, and allows visitors to share what liberty means to them through interactive panels. Access to the museum is available to all visitors on Liberty Island.
Park Ranger Guided ToursPark Rangers provide English-language guided tours throughout the day. Programs start at the flagpole and visitors should expect to be walking or standing for 35 minutes. Tours are free to join and all are welcome! Tours will provide a general history of the island and of the Statue, including some of the following:
Self-Guided Audio ToursThis self-guided tour helps visitors learn about the Statue of Liberty while exploring the grounds of Liberty Island as well as the Statue of Liberty Museum. An audio tour is available for both Liberty Island and Ellis Island.
Visit the PedestalThe Statue of Liberty's stone pedestal was designed by famed architect Richard Morris Hunt who designed it to complement the Statue of Liberty rather than overwhelm it. The structure was constructed and paid for by the American people. The pedestal is roughly half the height of the entire monument, offering panoramic views of New York Harbor. Pedestal access is limited and advanced ticket purchase is highly recommended.
Visit the CrownA walk from the ground floor to the Statue of Liberty's crown is equal to walking up a 20 story building! Expect to see panoramic views at the various pedestal observation levels, limited views of Brooklyn from the crown level, and Alexandre Gustave Eiffel's framework that supports the Statue of Liberty. Anyone visiting the crown must be able to walk up at least 162 steps on a confined spiral staircase.
Crown access is limited and advanced ticket purchase is required. Ellis Island National Museum of ImmigrationHow far would you travel to find a better life? How much would you sacrifice in order to provide for your family? If you answered "Whatever it takes," you echo the attitudes of the 12 million immigrants who passed through these now quiet halls from 1892 to 1954. Ellis Island afforded them the opportunity to attain the American dream for themselves and their descendants. Come hear their stories. Take a Virtual TourThis interactive virtual tour is a combination of high-resolution spherical images, historical information, and historic images taken in the same areas decades ago. This virtual tour was created by the Heritage Documentation Programs, part of the National Park Service. For best results, please view these pages using a modern web browser. Some legacy browsers will not display some features. Be A Junior Ranger
Learn how you can become a Junior Ranger while visiting the Statue of Liberty. For Teachers
Resources are available for teachers including self-guided activities as well as lesson plans. |
Last updated: June 17, 2024