Where do you catch the ferry to Ellis Island?

Where do you catch the ferry to Ellis Island?

Visitors arrive and depart Ellis and Liberty Islands, located in New York Harbor, via ferries operated by Statue City Cruises. These ferries leave from two locations: Battery Park, at the southern tip of Manhattan in New York City, and Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey.

How long does it take to see Ellis Island?

The time spent on each Island is entirely up to the visitor and what they wish to view while visiting. Generally, one hour to two hours are enough time to visit Ellis Island. Ferries depart from Ellis Island approximately every 20 minutes.

Should I buy Statue of Liberty tickets in advance?

Statue of Liberty crown tickets are available only through Statue Cruises; they must be purchased in advance either by telephone or online. There are only 365 crown tickets available each day, and they sell out far in advance, so we recommend calling as early as possible to get your crown ticket.

Is there a ferry from Ellis Island to Statue of Liberty?

Statue Cruises is the official ferry service provider. Purchasing tickets through vendors other than Statue Cruises may result in unnecessary additional charges. All private vessels are prohibited from docking on either island. The National Park Service recommends purchasing tickets prior to the day of your visit.

Is there a ferry from Ellis Island to New Jersey?

Ferries from Liberty State Park, New Jersey follow the blue line. All ferries travel first to Ellis Island and then to Liberty Island before returning to Liberty State Park, New Jersey. Getting to the Ferry. Battery Park, Lower Manhattan, New York City: Visitors boarding ferries in Lower Manhattan should use public transportation whenever possible.

Is there a ferry to Ellis Island from Battery Park?

Boats sail 7 days a week, all year long (with the exception of Christmas Day, December 25th) to the Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Ferries depart from two locations: Battery Park, New York, NY and Liberty State Park, Jersey City, NJ.

Can a private boat dock at Ellis Island?

Private vessels may not dock at either Ellis or Liberty Islands. Warning: Statue Cruises is the ONLY ferry service authorized by the National Park Service to sell tickets for, and provide transportation to Liberty and Ellis Islands. Numerous third-party vendors sell tickets at higher prices or for boats that do not land at the islands.