Getting to the Statue of Liberty means a ferry, and the ticket that puts you on board is also your way into the museums on Liberty Island and Ellis Island. The crown is a separate, limited ticket sold online only, and a climb of 162 steps from the statue’s feet, with children kept with an adult the whole way. Lockers next to the secondary screening building take a quarter as a deposit, and quarters only, so bring coins. Free wheelchairs are lent on both islands, first come, first served. If you drive to The Battery, there is no designated parking; private lots along West Street and South Street charge a fee. The trade-off is the queue: security screening comes before the ferry, and at peak times, including summer, weekends and holidays, the wait can run to an hour or more before you are on the water.
Family FAQ
How much does Statue of Liberty cost?
Every ferry ticket includes the Statue of Liberty Museum and the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration.
Do you need to book Statue of Liberty in advance?
Crown access must be reserved online in advance through Statue City Cruises.
Are there height or age limits at Statue of Liberty?
Crown: children must be at least 42 in (1.1 m) tall and cannot be carried.
Where are the toilets at Statue of Liberty?
Accessible restrooms and water fountains in the Gift Pavilion on Liberty Island.
