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Visiting the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island with Kids
A visit to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island is more than just a sightseeing trip—it's an opportunity for children to connect with American history through hands-on experiences, interactive exhibits, and unforgettable views. Whether you're traveling with a baby, toddler, school-age explorer, or teenager, there are plenty of ways to keep kids engaged throughout your visit.
From earning a National Park Service Junior Ranger badge to climbing inside the Statue of Liberty, here's everything families need to know before they arrive.
Big adventures for mini explorers. Just be sure to catch the ground rules!
Visiting with Babies & Toddlers
The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are stroller-friendly destinations, with accessible ferry boarding, paved walkways, family restrooms, and plenty of open space to explore.
Nursing Station
A private nursing station is available inside the Crown Café on Liberty Island for mothers who wish to breastfeed or pump during their visit.
Strollers
Strollers are welcome aboard Statue City Cruises ferries and throughout Liberty Island and Ellis Island.
Visitors entering the Statue of Liberty Monument should note:
- Strollers are not permitted inside the Pedestal or Crown.
- Strollers will not fit inside the monument lockers.
- Stroller parking is available near the monument lockers while you explore the Pedestal or Crown.
Visiting the Pedestal with Kids
Big monument fun, no height requirements needed!
Segurança
Para a segurança de todos os visitantes, é necessário passar por uma inspeção de segurança semelhante à de aeroportos antes de embarcar nas balsas para a Estátua da Liberdade e Ellis Island. Para garantir uma experiência tranquila, recomendamos viajar com pouca bagagem e evitar itens restritos ou proibidos, como malas grandes, objetos cortantes, armas e certos líquidos. Consulte as orientações abaixo para agilizar sua entrada.
- Todas as pessoas e pertences estão sujeitos a revista antes do embarque nas balsas. Todos os itens considerados inadequados ou proibidos serão confiscados e retidos pela Polícia do Parque Nacional dos Estados Unidos.
- Os visitantes que entram no interior do Monumento da Estátua da Liberdade passam por uma inspeção de segurança adicional. Observe que as filas de espera da segurança podem ser longas para garantir a segurança dos visitantes e do monumento.
- Mochilas, carrinhos de bebê e guarda-chuvas grandes são permitidos nos barcos e ilhas. Visitantes com ingressos para o Crown ou Pedestal devem guardar esses itens em armários, convenientemente localizados próximos à área de inspeção secundária antes de entrar no Pedestal ou no Crown.
- Não há guarda-volumes disponíveis nos pontos de embarque de Nova York e Nova Jersey.
- É permitido o consumo de alimentos e bebidas, exceto água em garrafa plástica transparente (garrafas de metal e vidro são proibidas), dentro da Estátua da Liberdade.
- Itens proibidos incluem drones, patinetes, skates, armas de fogo, explosivos ou materiais inflamáveis, facas ou objetos cortantes (incluindo ferramentas), spray de pimenta, gás lacrimogêneo e todos os tipos de marcadores (permanentes ou apagáveis). Para obter a lista completa de itens proibidos, visite a página de Segurança e Normas do NPS.
- Todos os menores de idade (17 anos ou menos) devem estar acompanhados por um adulto responsável (21 anos ou mais).
Visiting the Crown with Kids
Big climbs for bigger kids.
Crown with Kids
For many families, reaching the Crown becomes the highlight of the entire visit.
All guests must be at least 42 inches to climb to the Crown and should be comfortable climbing stairs independently.
Before reserving Crown tickets, please note:
- The climb includes 162 narrow spiral stairs from the Pedestal to the Crown.
- There is no elevator to the Crown.
- Children must be able to climb the spiral staircase on their own.
- The staircase is narrow and may not be suitable for young children who are uncomfortable in confined spaces or heights.
- An adult must accompany children at all times.
Because Crown tickets are limited, we recommend booking well in advance.
Hard Hat Tour Age Requirement
Only teens can go behind the scenes—but there's fun for all ages at the museum!
Behind-The-Scenes Access
The Ellis Island Hard Hat Tour takes visitors through the unrestored hospital complex, where you'll explore abandoned wards, operating rooms, and other preserved spaces while discovering the island's medical history.
Children under the age of 13 are not permitted on the Hard Hat Tour.
Families with younger children can still enjoy the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration and explore the island's historic grounds.
*The Hard Hat Tour requires a dedicated Hard Hat Tour ticket.
National Park Service Junior Ranger Program
Explore, learn, and protect — become an official Junior Ranger.
Earn Your Official Badge
One of the most popular family activities is the National Park Service Junior Ranger Program.
Children can complete a series of age-appropriate activities while exploring Liberty Island and Ellis Island. Once finished, they'll review their booklet with a National Park Service Ranger, take the official Junior Ranger Oath, and earn an official Junior Ranger badge to take home.
It's a fun, interactive way to encourage kids to observe, explore, and learn throughout their visit.
Are You a Teacher?
Planning a class trip or looking to continue the learning at home?
Get Free Lesson Plans
The National Park Service offers free educational lesson plans and classroom resources that help students explore the history of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, immigration, and American ideals before, during, or after their visit.
Plan Your Field Trip
Whether you're teaching elementary students or high school history, these activities are a great way to extend the learning beyond the islands.