Statue of Liberty
Lower Manhattan4.7sample rating
About Statue of Liberty
Dedicated in 1886 and designed by Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi with an internal framework by Gustave Eiffel, the Statue of Liberty stands 305 feet from ground to torch tip. Ferries from Battery Park serve Liberty Island and Ellis Island; crown access is limited and must be reserved well in advance.
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Why visit
One of the most recognisable monuments on earth, and the harbour crossing gives you the classic skyline view on the way out and back.
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Best time to visit
Board the first morning ferry to beat the queues; late afternoon light is best for photographs from the boat.
Recommended duration
Allow about 3 hours (180 minutes).
Opening hours
- Every day
- 09:00-15:30
Ferry departure window shown for regular season (Sep–Oct); last outbound ferry ranges ~2:30–4:00 PM depending on season. Confirm current schedule at statuecitycruises.com before visiting.
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Location
Liberty Island, New York, NY 10004
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