How can I see the Statue of Liberty without a ferry?

BATTERY AND LOWER MANHATTAN: To see the Statue of Liberty without getting on a boat, just head to the southern tip of Lower Manhattan, an area known as the Battery (subway to South Ferry or Bowling Green).



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Take The NYC Ferry See the schedule here. If you are on the west side of Manhattan (near West 39th Street) or Battery Park City, this ferry is a great option to see Lady Liberty. If you want to do more sightseeing in Lower Manhattan, just take the free Statue of Liberty ferry back to Battery Park City!

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STATEN ISLAND FERRY Still, without a doubt, this is the best view of the Statue of Liberty you can get for free. In fact, riding the Staten Island Ferry is one of the very best things you can do for free in NYC.

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Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty are only accessible by ferry. The vessels depart at set times from locations in lower Manhattan and New Jersey and are easily accessible through a variety of travel options. Identify which ferry you'll take and plan how best to get there.

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Staten Island Ferry It makes dozens of trips a day, leaving every 20-30 minutes. Since the service is completely free, this is a great option for viewing the Statue of Liberty up close. The ferry route brings you directly across New York Harbor and right by the statue and Ellis Island.

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At 541 meters high, One World Trade Center has one of the most spectacular observation decks in New York today and is the closest to the Statue of Liberty as it is located in Lower Manhattan, giving you the most beautiful and intimate views of Lady Liberty from Manhattan.

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BUDGET FRIENDLY: For an ease on the wallet water view of the Statue of Liberty, hop on the Staten Island Ferry. You won't get as close as you would with a paid cruise, but this FREE ride across New York Harbor runs 24 hours a day.

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Being on the 9:00 am slot means there will be less crowds on the grounds of the Statue of Liberty, the Pedestal and even Ellis Island, and your visit will be much smoother. Alternatively, opt for an early afternoon visit – though at that time of day there will definitely be more people than in the early morning.

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Unfortunately, getting there is slightly complicated. Whether you're coming from New York or New Jersey, you have to take the Statue Cruises ferry to get to Liberty Island. From New Jersey, you would board the ferry at Liberty State Park (which actually has its own parking lot).

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The park itself is free, but there are costs to go to Liberty Island or Ellis Island by ferry. Parking is free as well, except for the restaurants at the edge of the park. Helpful? There is a parking fee for both NY & Jersey parks to ferry access if you drive.

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As a tour guide, a question I hear a lot is: “Is it worth it to see Ellis Island?” For those who have no familial connection or relation to the people who passed through, its importance and influence can often be overlooked. Which is why I am here to tell you that it is absolutely, 100% worth it.

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When you purchase your tickets to visit the Statue of Liberty, visiting Ellis Island is included, and vice-versa. One way they like to word it is: admission to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island is free, you just have to pay for the ferry to get you there.

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Yes, you can visit Ellis Island by taking a ferry. Ellis Island is free to visit, though there is a fee for the ferry ticket. Only one company has the authorization to provide Ellis Island tickets – Statue City Cruises.

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Visitors climb 354 steps to reach the crown and 192 steps in order to reach the top of the pedestal. There are 25 windows in the crown which symbolize 25 gemstones found on the earth. The seven rays of the Statue's crown represent the seven seas and continents of the world.

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I don't think people realize just how steep and tight the stairway up is! The statue museum is amazing and it was just surreal to see it up close! The views from the ferry are better... but it is so worth it to plan ahead and book tickets to climb to the crown at least once in your life!

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Battery Park It's also where the Statue Cruise to Liberty Island departs from Manhattan. The views of the Statue of Liberty from here never fail to amaze us. The park stands in great contrast to the busy city, as you cannot only enjoy the greenery but also the relaxing waterfront.

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The Statue of Liberty is a 305-foot (93-metre) statue located on Liberty Island in Upper New York Bay, off the coast of New York City. The statue is a personification of liberty in the form of a woman. She holds a torch in her raised right hand and clutches a tablet in her left.

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Here are some of your best options.
  1. From the Staten Island Ferry. Staten Island Ferry. ...
  2. On the water at sunset. Statue of Liberty on water at sunset. ...
  3. From right at the base of the statue. Statue of Liberty base. ...
  4. From Battery Park. ...
  5. With Friends on Liberty Island. ...
  6. View From Top of the Rock. ...
  7. From a helicopter. ...
  8. In the dark.


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NYC DOT operates the Staten Island Ferry, providing free service between Staten Island and Lower Manhattan every day of the week, year-round.

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