U.S. National Monuments
Phone: Visitor Information Recorded Message (212) 363-3200
Located on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty was a gift of international friendship from the people of France to the people of the United States and is one of the most universal symbols of political freedom and democracy. The Statue of Liberty was dedicated on October 28, 1886 and was designated a National Monument on October 15, 1924. The Statue was extensively restored in time for her spectacular centennial on July 4, 1986.
Liberty Island is federal property located within the territorial jurisdiction of the State of New York.
Directions
Plane - The New York City metropolitan area is served by three major airports: Newark-Liberty International, LaGuardia, and JFK International.
Car - Liberty Island is accessible by Circle Line-Statue of Liberty Ferry, Inc. ferries only. One round trip ferry ticket includes visits to Liberty and Ellis Islands. Round trip ferry tickets cost $10.00 for ages 13+, $8.00 for senior citizens (62 and over), and $4.00 for children 3-12. ADVANCED TICKET PURCHASES CAN BE MADE ON-LINE OR BY CALLING 1(800)600-1600; OR (301) 784-9023 OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA. To visit their on-line web-site click on "MORE INFORMATION". Ferries depart from Battery Park in New York City and Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey.
Battery Park is located at the Southern tip of Manhattan, off the West Side Highway South or the FDR Drive South. Parking is limited and can be expensive. Using public transportation is recommended. Please contact the ferry company at (212) 269-5755 for ferry schedules.
Liberty
More info at http://www.nps.gov/stli
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