Statue of Liberty
The Statue of Liberty, a longtime symbol of freedom and democracy, is one of New York's most recognized landmarks
Located in the New York Harbour, the Statue of Liberty was an international gift of friendship from the people of France and has become an icon of freedom, democracy and the United States.
Designed by Frédéric Barthold, Lady Liberty's robe is representative of the Roman goddess of freedom, Libertas, bears a torch symbolising America's pursuit of enlightenment and clutches a tablet bearing the date of America's independence in Roman numerals. Standing 152 feet tall and raised on a 150 foot pedestal, the hand-hammered copper skin and steel support skeleton were shipped from France in 350 pieces, the Statue of Liberty took four months to assemble and was dedicated on October 28, 1886.
Access to the Statue of Liberty is limited to ferries through Statue Cruises departing from Battery Park in Lower Manhattan. While many other operations offer sightseeing tours that include the Statue of Liberty, Statue Cruises is the only service offering access to Liberty Island. Free tours are lead by rangers around Liberty Island with no reservations required. Access to any level of the Statue of Liberty requires advance reservation made through Statue Cruises.
The Statue of Liberty's 11 point star-shaped platform is a granite fortification known Fort Wood was a little used military installation until it was taken over by the National Park Service in 1944. The Statue of Liberty's pedestal designed by Richard Morris Hunt faces the southeast to greet ships entering New York Harbor. Inside the lobby, an exhibit of the original torch, observation decks and an interpretive historic exhibit, including life sized replicas of the monument's face and foot. Reservations for access to this area should be made at least a fortnight in advance to avoid disappointment.
Access to the Crown was made available on July 4, 2009, following a closure in response to the September 11th terrorist attacks. Visitors can climb the 354 stairs to the Statue of Liberty's crown of seven spikes, representing the seven continents and oceans in the world. Reservations should be made months in advance to avoid disappointment.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesStatue of Liberty Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Address: New York, NY 10004, USA
Phone: (212) 363-3200
Official Website: Statue of Liberty
Statue of Liberty Reviews
Rated out of 5
We had purchased crown tickets. There are MANY stairs. Once in the crown, you have 11 minutes to stay up there. We spent 2 minutes. Very small space. The museum in the pedestal has much of the same information as the museum that is for everyone in the separate building. Both museums were great.
Ellis island was great too. I would recommend watching the video at both Liberty and Ellis island prior to looking around and going to the museums.
I thought we would spend a max of 3-4 hours there. We actually spent 5 and a half without even noticing! We don’t read everything that is in the museums but somehow we surely that much time there!
Jennifer James - in the last week
Great experience. Took my daughter for the first time. There was convincing to do as she is not fond of heights or ferry rides. But at the end of the experience, she enjoyed it with the proviso that she would not be sure if we had gotten tickets further in advance for crown access, if she would have enjoyed as much. Says a lot for a pre-teen comment! If you know, you know…
Jeff Koo - in the last week
Visiting Liberty Island and the Statue of Liberty Park was an incredible experience! The park is absolutely stunning, with breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline. The free museum on-site is a highlight—it’s well-organized and provides a wealth of information about the history and significance of the Statue of Liberty.
One of the best parts was how peaceful the visit felt; the area wasn’t too crowded, making it easy to explore and take in the sights. A tip for future visitors: make sure to book your tickets in advance on the official website to ensure a smooth experience.
Overall, it’s an amazing place that offers both beauty and history. A must-visit when in New York City!
Ofek Shemer - 3 months ago
Amazing to walk through the statue of liberty. It gave me such an immense sense of pride as an American and what she represents to me. Learning more about her history and what she means to people seeing her for the first time.. Lady liberty 🗽 represents everything that makes America Great.
I could only imagine coming to America 100 plus years ago and seeing her in all her glory while sailing into NY and the gateway of a new life filled with opportunity.
Nick NYG - 2 months ago
Came here in the middle of December at 9am and the ferry was still fully packed. They also weren't kidding when the website mentions "airport level security checks". But the entire process of entering the ferry and the island was really smooth. The staff and rangers around the place were all extremely nice and helpful. The island is well maintained and the statue is great to see. If heading up to the pedestal, only take the stairs if you know you can handle it, else just queue and take the elevator. There's no elevator up to the crown though, only stairs. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Overall great experience.
Kodeeswaran Sanjith - 3 months ago
Directions
| Subway Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Ferry | 4 minutes |
| N or R | Whitehall Street | 5 minutes |
| 4 or 5 | Bowling Green | 5 minutes |
How to get to Statue of Liberty by Subway
Take the 1 train to South Ferry, turn left into Battery Park or take the N or R train to Whitehall Street, head north toward Pearl Street, turn left on Bridge Street, follow path into park or take the 4 or 5 train to Bowling Green, head south on Broadway, turn right on Battery Place, turn left on Greenwich Street and continue into park.
Look for the Statue Cruise Ticket Office is located inside the Castle Clinton National Monument in Battery Park purchase the Liberty Island ticket.
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