Last updated: January 30, 2021
Thing to Do
Listen to the Statue's Audio Tour
This self-guided audio tour helps visitors learn about the Statue of Liberty while exploring the grounds of Liberty Island as well as the Statue of Liberty's museum.
Details
Duration
30-45 Minutes
Activity
Self-Guided Tours - Walking
This self-guided tour helps visitors learn about the Statue of Liberty while exploring the grounds of Liberty Island. This is a great option for visitors of all ages as it lets them move around the island at their own pace. An audio tour is available for both Liberty Island and Ellis Island.
Age(s)
6 and Older
Pets Allowed
No
Only service animals are allowed on the island.
Activity Fee
No
The audio tour is included with the purchase of every boat ticket.
Location
Liberty Island
Audio tours can be picked up at the kiosk located between the Refreshment building and the Information Center. The audio tour starts at the flagpole and guides visitors around the island. I can also be used within the museum.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Self-guided audio tours can be enjoyed year-round. The park is open every day except for the fourth Thursday of November (Thanksgiving) and December 25th.
Time of Day
Day
Audio tours are available anytime, park hours depend on the time of year.
Accessibility Information
- The audio tour takes visitors around the island with is ground level with no elevation change.
- A descriptive audio tour is available for visitors who are blind or with low vision.
- Audio tours are available in the following languages: English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Mandarin, Russian, Arabic, Hindi, Korean, Portuguese and Japanese.
- Family friendly audio tours designed for children ages 6-10 are available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Mandarin, Russian, Arabic, Hindi, Korean, Portuguese and Japanese.
- American Sign Language (ASL) tours are also available.
Step off the ferry on Liberty Island and explore this historic monument in busy New York Harbor. Included in the price of every boat ticket is the self-guided audio tour. The audio tour helps visitors learn about the Statue of Liberty while exploring the grounds of Liberty Island. This is a great option for visitors of all ages as it lets them move around the island at their own pace. An audio tour is available for both Liberty Island and Ellis Island.