New York Pedestal Reserve
One ticket. Two iconic landmarks. Access to Lady Liberty's Pedestal.
Enjoy round-trip ferry service from Battery Park in New York, visit Liberty Island and Ellis island, explore two world-class museums, and discover the history, stories, and views that have inspired generations.
In addition to everything included with General Admission, Pedestal Access allows you to step inside the Statue of Liberty and experience the monument from a perspective most visitors never see. From the Pedestal Observation Deck, you'll enjoy sweeping views of New York Harbor, the Manhattan skyline, Liberty Island, and Ellis Island.
Statue City Cruises is the only authorized provider for tickets and access to Liberty Island and Ellis Island.
Starting at
$26.30
Starting at
$26.30
Enjoy your visit with:
- Priority entry into the Screening Facility Queue saves you wait time at the departure point.
- Round trip ferry service to Liberty Island (Statue of Liberty National Monument) and Ellis Island (Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration).
- Access up-to-the Pedestal Observation Deck (6P) of the Statue of Liberty National Monument.
- Access to the grounds of Liberty Island and Ellis Island.
- Statue of Liberty Museum includes three interactive galleries that tell the Statue of Liberty National Monument history.
- Audio Tours of Liberty and Ellis Island included. The Audio Tour is available in Arabic, English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.
How to get there?
New York City
New York
United States
Castle Clinton at Battery Park
New York, NY 10004
- Battery Park is the departure point from New York. The ticket office is located within the Castle Clinton National Monument in Battery Park.
- The Security Screening Facility and ferry departure are located behind Castle Clinton, on the waterfront side of Battery Park.
- Easy access via public transportation, including major subway lines and bus routes.
- We recommend that you include ample time and maintain a flexible schedule to include boarding the ferry and clearing the Screening Facility.
Additional Information
- The time printed on your ticket is your scheduled security screening time. It is NOT a guaranteed ferry departure time or Pedestal entry time.
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before to allow ample time for security screening and boarding. Security screening or boarding wait times can range from little to no wait to over one hour during peak seasons, holidays, and other high-demand periods.
- Priority entry of 2 PM or later will not allow enough time to visit Ellis Island. Please plan your visit accordingly.
Last Entrance to the Pedestal: The final entry time to access the Pedestal varies by season.
Jan 1 - June 13 | 3:30 PM
June 14 - Sep 1 | 5:00 PM
Sep 2 - Oct 13 | 4:00 PM
Oct 14 - Dec 31 | 3:30 PM
Christmas Eve | 1:30 PM
For more information, visit the Departure Schedule.
- All visitors must pass through airport-grade security screening before boarding the ferry and again before entering the Statue of Liberty National Monument.
- Lockers are NOT available at the security screening facility before boarding.
- Items such as bags, backpacks, food, drinks, and strollers are not permitted inside the monument. Self-service lockers are available for $0.25 near the monument entrance on Liberty Island. A quarter is required.
- All items must be retrieved after your visit to the Pedestal. The National Park Service is not responsible for valuables placed in lockers.
- Ferries from NY — 1st Stop: Liberty Island, 2nd Stop: Ellis Island
- AVOID TICKET SCAMMERS. Please be aware that the Ticket Scammers along the perimeter of Battery Park do NOT sell genuine Statue of Liberty tickets. If someone approaches you claiming tickets are unavailable, sold out, or that the ticket booths are closed, proceed directly to Castle Clinton for official information.
Refunds will be provided if cancellations are made 24 hours prior to visit date. Refunds will also be provided if the islands are closed for security, safety or weather reasons. Unused tickets will not be refunded.