Liberty Island & Ellis Island
New York Harbor
New York, NY 10004
Cost: $50
The Statue of Liberty is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world and a powerful symbol of freedom and immigration. Visitors take a ferry from Manhattan to Liberty Island and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants first entered the United States.
Thoughts:
Pro Tip Book tickets weeks in advance, especially for crown access. Take the early morning ferry to avoid crowds. Amateur Mistake Buying tickets from street vendors (often overpriced or unofficial). Underestimating security screening time.