About Statue Of Liberty National Monument
A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by President Grover Cleveland on October 28, 1886. Designated as a National Monument in 1924, employees of the National Park Service have been caring for the Statue of Liberty since 1933.
Plan a Visit
Core visitor information on this page is sourced from the National Park Service. NPD proximity sections use NPS reference coordinates and straight-line distance. Local source bundle updated Sep 27, 2026. View the official NPS page.
Weather & Conditions
It is typically colder and more windy in New York Harbor than elsewhere in New York City. Winters are cold and damp. Spring and Fall can range from chilly to warm. Summers are warm to hot and humid.
NPS Reference Location
Park state / territory membership: New York. This map uses the National Park Service reference coordinate. It may represent an administrative or reference point rather than a park entrance, trailhead, visitor center, or the nearest access point. Use the official NPS directions below when planning travel.
Operating Hours
Access to Liberty and Ellis Islands is by Statue City Cruises ferry only. For ferry departure times and ticketing information visit http://www.statuecitycruises.com or call 1-877-LADY-TIX. The last entrance into the statue is at 4:00 PM.
Activities
Current Alerts
Due to sustained high winds forecast, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island will have a delayed opening on Sunday, September 27. The first public ferries from the Battery, NY will be at 10 AM. There will be no ferry service from LSP, NJ on Sunday, 9/27 and Monday, 9/28. For ticketing refunds, please contact Statue City Cruises.
Getting There
Liberty Island is located in New York Harbor and can only be reached by ferry. Ferries operated by Statue City Cruises depart from The Battery in New York City or Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ.
View Official DirectionsContact & Address
The NPS-listed address may be an administrative office, visitor center, mailing/contact location, or other park facility rather than a park entrance.
Topics & Themes
Things To Do
Visit the Statue's Pedestal
Visiting the pedestal is a great addition to any trip to the Statue of Liberty. Starting in 2004, the National…
Climb to Liberty's Crown
Crown access is limited and advanced reservations are required. Starting in 2009, the National Park Service implemented a new system that…
Start Your Visit at the Information Center
Start your visit to the Statue of Liberty National Monument by visiting the Information Center on Liberty Island. Pick up…
Listen to the Statue's Audio Tour
The audio tour is a great option for visitors of all ages as it lets them move around the island…
Explore the Museum
Access to the museum is available to all visitors on Liberty Island.
Visitor Centers
Liberty Island Information Center
A ranger or volunteer is available to answer questions and provide general information about the Statue of Liberty and make recommendations for your visit. The…
Nearby National Park Service Sites
These sites are ordered by straight-line distance between NPS reference coordinates. This is useful for comparison, but it is not road mileage. Trails, parkways, rivers, and distributed units may extend far from their reference point.
Nearby Cities for Trip Planning
These cities are ordered by straight-line distance from the NPS reference coordinate. They are comparison starting points, not official park gateways or road-distance estimates. Trails and other distributed units may extend far beyond this reference point.
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