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 – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Address: New York, NY 10004, USA
Phone: (212) 363-3200
Official Website: Statue of Liberty
Statue of Liberty Reviews
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An Amazing Visit to the Statue of Liberty!
My visit to the Statue of Liberty was amazing. What a spectacular statue! Today was clear and sunny, which made it a perfect day for pictures and videos. I totally recommend that people come to visit and see this magnificent art.
My Recommendations for Your Trip:
Book in Advance: Purchase your tickets online before you go. Trust me, the line to buy tickets on-site is insane.
Check the Weather: Choose your day wisely and make sure it is sunny. The views are so much better!
Charge Your Devices: Make sure your phone and professional camera are fully charged before you leave. You don't want to miss a shot!
Winston Gonzalez - a month ago
Make sure that if you want to go up in to the observation deck that you get your tickets when you get the ferry ticket. They are $0.30 more for the observation deck if you get them with the ferry but if you wait until you get to the island you have to buy an entire new ticket $25.00 more . We found out the hard way!! Other than that it was great the museum was a good one and we had a good time on the ferry as you get some great views of the city and can feel the history when you are there
Great experience.
Travis LeMond - a week ago
The Statue of Liberty is one of the most iconic symbols of freedom, and visiting it feels special from start to finish. The ferry ride itself offers breathtaking views of Manhattan and Brooklyn. Liberty Island is peaceful, clean, and full of great photo spots.
The Statue looks massive and impressive from up close, and the museum gives deep insight into its construction, symbolism, and restoration. If you book the pedestal or crown tickets early, the views are even better. Expect lines during peak hours, but the organization is smooth. Overall, it’s a must-visit landmark for anyone coming to New York.
Saman Sekhon - a month ago
What a beautiful symbol of freedom, democracy and liberty. It’s truly remarkable. We booked months in advance for tickets for the crown and it’s so worth the 162 narrow steps to reach. The sculpture itself is absolutely enormous and so much bigger and better than you expect. Book directly with the official site…
Beware Third Party Ticket Vendors!!! All the staff are very helpful but the two guys at the crown were brilliant, more than happy to help with photos and answers to our questions. Fantastic experience. Ps..the ferry trip there and back was very enjoyable as well.
Mike Wordingham - 2 weeks ago
So iconic! She is freedom herself. I loved visiting this so much. We took the ferry over and spent around two hours walking all around and inside the pedestal. It’s just so amazing to be next to after learning about it in school all my life. It’s so much bigger in person when your staring right up at it. We took some amazing photos to. It was perfect weather. Not to busy on a weekday in winter. Definitely buy tickets in advanced. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
McKenzie - a month 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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