Statue of Liberty

Monument New York, New York, United States
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What to expect

The Statue of Liberty is a colossal neoclassical sculpture located on Liberty Island in New York Harbor. It was a gift from the people of France to the United States and is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. The statue is a figure of a classically draped woman, holding a torch above her head and a tablet inscribed with the date of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. Visitors can access the rim of the pedestal and the interior of the statue's crown, and explore the Statue of Liberty Museum, which tells the history and influence of Lady Liberty. The statue is a major tourist attraction and a symbol of welcome to immigrants arriving by sea. Audio tours are available in 12 languages, and a family-friendly tour is also available. The statue is fully accessible to all guests, and the museum offers a unique look at the Statue and sweeping views of New York Harbor

Plan your family visit to the Statue of Liberty with these blog insights 👇

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New York City Insider Things to Do with Kids

New York City Insider Things to Do with Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We took the ferry over and participated in the Junior Ranger program

Highlights: We enjoyed the program and received a badge as an official Junior Ranger of Liberty Island ✨

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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with Kids

Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We took the ferry to Liberty Island and explored the museum about the statue. We also enjoyed walking around the island and taking pictures

Highlights: The kids loved learning about the history of the statue and seeing the museum exhibits ✨

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The Best Things to Do in NYC with Kids

The Best Things to Do in NYC with Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We took a ferry to Liberty Island to see the Statue of Liberty. We spent the better part of the day exploring the island

Highlights: The kids were excited to see the Statue of Liberty up close. We enjoyed learning about its history and taking photos of the iconic landmark ✨

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New York with the family: 15 must-do things!

New York with the family: 15 must-do things!
This family's experience:

Activities: We took a ferry to Liberty Island and saw the Statue of Liberty up close. It was so exciting to see this iconic symbol of America

Highlights: The kids loved the ferry ride and being able to see Lady Liberty from up close ✨

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Visiting the Statue of Liberty with kids

Visiting the Statue of Liberty with kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We headed straight to the Visitor Information Center to get the kids their Junior Ranger Program and a map. We decided to explore the area behind the statue first

Highlights: My kids were beside themselves with excitement as we approached the island. We enjoyed our brief visit to Liberty Island and our kids were thrilled to finally see the “real” Statue of Liberty ✨