Climb to Liberty's Crown

The interior of the head and crown of the Statue of Liberty.

Visiting the crown of the Statue of Liberty is one of the most rewarding experiences of any trip to New York City. Visitors get to enjoy views from the small platform in the statue’s head which is roughly 20 stories high.

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. Other highlights include seeing the tablet from above, an up-close view of the torch, and being able to feel the thickness of the copper statue.
 

Anyone visiting the crown must be able to walk up at least 162 steps on a confined spiral staircase.

Details

Activity

Museum Exhibits

Age(s)

There is not an minimum age for the crown access but instead a minimum height requirement. Children must be at least 42 inches (106 centimeteres) tall to visit the crown. It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to ensure their child meets this requirement. Smaller children may ascend as high as the Pedestal. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

Yes

There is a .30 cent fee for crown tickets in addition to the fee for the ferry.

Location

Crown of the Statue of Liberty

The crown is located 162 steps above the top of the pedestal and 377 steps above the ground.

Reservations

Yes

• Due to its extreme popularity, access to the crown is by advanced reservation only. Statue Cruises is the official source for crown reservations as well as the company that provides ferry transportation to the island. All reservations must be made online or by telephone.

• Crown reservations are not available at the ticket offices or on Liberty Island.

• There is a maximum of four (4) crown reservations allowed per order.

• Only one reservation per person is allowed during any six (6) month period.

• The names of those in your party must be provided at the time of purchase. Tickets are non-transferable.

• Prior to entering the Statue of Liberty, each ticket holder will be required to show photo ID (except minors without ID) matching the name printed on the ticket.

• There are restrictions on what can be carried up to the crown.

Season

Year Round

The crown is open every day except for the fourth Thursday of November (Thanksgiving) and December 25th. If you are planning a visit in the busy summer months or during the holiday season, reservations should be made farther in advance to ensure access.

Time of Day

Day

The crown is open daily, hours depend on the time of year and boat schedule. Access to the crown varies from the hours the island is open. Visitors should check in the Information Center to find out the last entry times for the day.

Accessibility Information

The climb is strenuous and not without risk. The National Park Service recommends that crown visitors have no significant physical or mental conditions which would impair their ability to complete the climb, such as (but not limited to):
Heart conditions
Respiratory conditions
Mobility impairment
Claustrophobia (fear of confined spaces)
Acrophobia (fear of heights)
Vertigo (dizziness)

There is no elevator access from the top of the pedestal to the crown platform (from the Statue's feet to the Statue's head).

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