Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31)	TIMINGS
Monday	9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday	9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday	9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday (Today)	9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday	9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday	9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday	9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

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Book Statue of Liberty Tickets & Cruises

Entry Tickets to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island with Ferry Transfers

6 hr.

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$29

Fully Guided Statue of Liberty Tour with Ellis Island

Free Cancellation

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Mobile Ticket

4 hr.

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$55.20

1-Hour Statue of Liberty Sightseeing Cruise

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1 hr.

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$32.99

Half-Day Guided Tour of the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

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Mobile Ticket

4 hr.

Audio Guide

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$55.20

Best time to visit the Statue of Liberty

Weekday vs Weekend

Expect shorter lines and a more relaxed atmosphere on weekdays (Tuesday-Thursday). Weekends, especially Sundays, tend to be busier with both domestic and international tourists.

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Statue of Liberty Opening Hours

General timings: 9 AM to 5 PM

Last admission: The last admission to the pedestal is at 3:30 PM.

Ferry timings: 9 AM to 3:30 PM

Closed: The Statue of Liberty is closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Duration of visit: Give yourself about 5-6 hours to visit the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island including the ferry ride to and from the attraction.

Best Time to Visit the Statue of Liberty

Peak Season vs Low Season

The best season to visit the Statue of Liberty is during the spring or fall, between April to early June and September to November.
The peak season for tourism in New York City is during the summer months of July and August, while the low season is during the winter months of December to February.
Visiting during the peak season means warmer weather and longer days, but also means larger crowds and longer wait times. Accommodation prices and tickets to other attractions also tend to be higher during this time.
On the other hand, visiting during the low season means smaller crowds and lower prices, but colder weather and shorter daylight hours may limit outdoor activities.

Peak Season: May to September
Low Season: December to February

Weekday vs Weekend

The best time to visit the Statue of Liberty is on a weekday, as there tend to be fewer crowds than on weekends. This means shorter wait times for ticket lines, security checks, and ferry rides.
Additionally, you can explore the island and attractions at a more leisurely pace on a weekday.
On weekends, the number of visitors is generally higher, which means longer wait times and larger crowds.
However, if weekends are your only option, arriving early in the day or later in the afternoon can help avoid the peak hours of midday.

How Long Should I Spend at the Statue of Liberty?

To fully experience the Statue of Liberty, Liberty Island, & Ellis Island, you should plan to spend at least 5-6 hours exploring all the attractions. The ferry ride to Liberty Island takes about 15-20 minutes each way, so budget an additional 40-50 minutes for the ferry ride. Once you’re on the island, give yourself about 2-3 hours to explore the inside of the Statue, including the Pedestal and observation deck, another hour to explore the Statue of Liberty Museum, and about 30 minutes or longer to walk around Liberty Island.

On Ellis Island, you will need at least 1-2 hours to visit the National Immigration Museum and other attractions. Overall, we recommend spending at least half a day or more at the Statue of Liberty to completely experience this iconic attraction.

Plan Your Visit to the Statue of Liberty