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Secrets of the Statue of Liberty Private Tour + Tickets
Visit the world renowned Statue of Liberty with an expert, private guide who will take care of all the details of your visit. Enjoy VIP treatment as you learn about and experience everything you ever wanted to know regarding the famous Lady Liberty. The actual visit will be tailored to your needs and wants - no need to join a big group and be herded about like cattle. This private experience will allow you to "skip the line", relax and enjoy yourself - every detail will be seen to in advance.
Meeting Point
At your hotel in NewYork
Hotel Pick Up
Guide will meet you at your hotel and escort you and your group to the world famous Statue of Liberty!
Your private tour begins as the guide facilitates a seamless and hassle free route to the ferry which takes visitors to the feet of Lady Liberty.
We can travel by subway, taxi or private vehicle - this is your decision and can be customized to suit your needs.
Once at the statue, you will be able to learn everything you ever wanted to know about the famous welcoming colossus. Experience the statue, island and various cultural exhibits in all ways available at the time of our visit - with beautiful pictures taken of you and your group.
Board the Ferry enroute to Lady Liberty
Enjoy fabulous water views as we head out to Liberty Island - your private guide will be able to point out all sights of interest as well as give fascinating facts and stories about the harbor, the statue and how it all came to be.
Tour of Liberty Island and The Statue
Enjoy a private and well organized visit where we get up close and personal with the Lady herself - hear the secrets of the statue's story and history - visit all areas of this wonderful national park at your pace, with high quality photos taken from all the best vantage points, sure to be lasting momentos of this special day.
Visit Ellis island
Saying "Farewell" to Ms. Liberty, we then head to Ellis Island where you will get to visit the stunning and impeccably curated National Museum of Immigration. Delve deep into the moving history of why NYC is known as America's "Melting Pot".
Over 12 Million people entered the US through this processing center - let your private guide show you the highlights of this incredible museum and surrounding grounds. The focus of this visit is once again custom tailored to your desires and interests.
Back to Manhattan
Full from the moving stories of the past and the glorious harbor vistas, we once more enjoy a beautiful boat ride back to the City the Never Sleeps - take in the stunning and majestic views of the skyline as we move closer to shore and disembark! Once here, we have time to watch the street performances, see the art, take a ride on a magical and delightful carousel, or head to an excellent off-the-beaten path café that only a local would know - lunch anyone?
End of tour ( at your hotel or TBD)
You choose - your guide can escort you back to your hotel for a 1:00pm drop off, you can end your tour at a fabulous spot downtown, or you can arrange for a time extension if you wish to take in some more of NYC's wonderful attractions (South Street Seaport, Brookfield Place, The 9/11 Memorial, Chintatown, The Brooklyn Bridge???)
Ending Point
At your hotel (or location TBD)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Hotel pick-up, guide fee, reserve/express ferry tickets & entrance to Statue & Ellis Island
Local transportation (subway, taxi, Uber, etc.), food and beverages, guide or driver tips
Tour Important Information
Local Transportation from Hotel to Ferry provided by client and is discussed and determined at time of booking.
Transportation to Liberty Island is ferry only - there is no ground transport option.
There will be a lot of WALKING on this tour - if you need handicap access we can discuss before booking and the tour can be altered to suit your needs. It is still possible to visit and a private guided tour is the best way to do so :)
Snacks and beverages are available along the route, it is advised to eat a hearty breakfast before the tour and a leisurely lunch after the visit.
Bring water, sunscreen, dress for windy conditions and wear comfortable shoes.
FAQ:
How do we travel?
The mode of transportation from your hotel to Battery Park (where we catch the ferry to the Statue) is at your discretion - we can take public transportation or you can choose to travel by car or taxi (at client's discretion and a separate cost).
Important message from the guide
I can also guide regionally (Boston, Washington DC, Hamptons, Hudson Valley) if you pay my transportation fee.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
New York Tour Reviews
Nancy C.
Best of New York Highlights Tour - with private car & driver
“Great Way to Explore the City”
It was my adult daughter's first time in NYC and while I know the City, I thought a tour might be a good way to orient her to the City. It was fun, educational and helped us know how to move around the City. Julia is a true New Yorker who knows, the institutions, history and culture of this great City. She is responsive to requests and had great ideas of how to share the City's delights and treasures. I highly recommend her as a tour guide.
Julia R.
(11 reviews)Thank you! It was a pleasure to meet you both!
“Destination: New York ”
Thoroughly ended working with Julia - thoroughly recommend her!
Julia R.
(11 reviews)Thank you, Joanne! It was a pleasure!
Eleanor C.
Central Park on Foot - nature & culture walking tour
“An excellent time!”
We had a great time with Julia! Her tour was fun, lively, informative and we really felt the benefit of being shown round Central Park by a local.
Julia R.
(11 reviews)Thank you, Elly! It was a pleasure spending the morning with you both. I am honored you included me in your New York City itinerary. All the best! Julia
