Do you want to see the world famous Statue of Liberty AND go to the top of the iconic Empire State Building all in the same day!! Then this is the tour for you!
Let your private guide whisk you through the city on this incredible whirlwind tour of two of NYC's most recognizable highlights!!
At your hotel
Meet your guide at your convenience in the comfort of your hotel - and get ready for a day full of excitement, sights and sounds as we head off for our adventure in the greatest city in the world!
With our reserve tickets, we will board the ferry that takes us to the feet of Lady liberty herself. Your private guide will show you all the best spots and share all of secrets surrounding this icon's fascinating history. Bring your camera - your guide will take fabulous pictures of you and group for memories that will last a lifetime. (If you want to, this journey can also include a visit to the wonderful Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration - as always, the itineraries will be customized to your personal choices).
After seeing the incredible Statue of Liberty and all the accompanying attractions, we head back to Manhattan and have a chance to enjoy the Battery Park area - perhaps drinks at a stunning waterside café with million dollar views, lunch at a Colonial era pub, shopping at some designer stores? What is your fancy?
With our VIP express tickets (purchased separately), you will get the full red carpet treatment - Skip the Lines and head straight on up to the iconic Art Deco outside observation deck on the 86th floor - re-live your favorite movie scenes from King Kong, Sleepless in Seattle and An Affair to Remember!
THEN: Proceed to the 102nd floor - again, VIP express access - where you will enjoy the newly renovated all glass observation tower!
As always, your private guide is there to assist you in any way, point out ALL the sights and take fabulous photos of you on top of the world.
(Note: If you prefer to visit The Summit, The Edge or Top of The Rock this can be easily arranged once tour is booked :)
After all that glitz, glamour and giddiness - you will be escorted back to your hotel for a well deserved rest. or will you just rest briefly, and then head out once more for some famous New York City night life? The choice is yours....
At your hotel
Guide Fee, Hotel Pick Up, Reservations & Reserve Tickets for Statue of Liberty with pedestal and/or statue access (if available at time if purchase), return to hotel.
Local ground transportation, Food, Beverages, Express VIP tickets for Empire State Building (86th & 102nd floor observatories, Skip The Line red carpet), Guide Tip
Tickets for ESB (or the observatory of your choice) will be purchased by customer after this tour is booked - ticket prices vary by date/season, time of day and observatory - but please calculate an express VIP Empire State Bldg ticket to cost approximately $135 US per person.
(This ticket fee can be added in "extras" or later on site)
I can also guide regionally (Boston, Washington DC, Hamptons, Hudson Valley) if you pay my transportation fee.
FAQ's:
Do we need to take a boat to get to the statue?
Yes - And the guide will have your reserve express ticket ready when we visit!
There is no ground transportation option for visiting The Statue of Liberty.
Can we decide to do a different observatory, instead of The Empire State Building?
YES - this tour is fully customizable - please send me a message with your preferred Observatory choice - or ask me what’s available!
You will purchase tickets for the observatory separately with my assistance - the charge can easily be arranged in “extras” once itinerary customized.
Can I add more time to see more sights?
YES - that can also be arranged once the tour is confirmed.
This depends on which modes of transportation are used. Public transport is the fastest and most affordable ( $2.75 per person /per leg of trip). However, we can also travel by Taxi, Uber, City Bike or even private chauffeured vehicle - it is up to you (transportation will be paid for by guest).
Yes! Wear comfy shoes, bring water, sunscreen and expect windy weather conditions on Liberty Island and at the Top of the Empire State Building! (If walking is difficult or you have special needs requiring ADA access, please message and we can discuss how to easily modify the schedule to suit your needs).
Yes - And the guide will have your reserve express ticket ready when we visit!
There is no ground transportation option for visiting The Statue of Liberty.
Julia did great and helped us out so much. She went out of her way to help us see everything that we wanted to see and was very flexible. She also was very knowledgeable about New York. I highly recommend Julia and this review doesn’t even do her justice.
Thank you, Jobe! I am so glad that you and your family had a special trip I could be a part of. It was my pleasure! All the best, Julia
It was my adult daughter's first time in NYC and while I know the City, I thought a tour might be a good way to orient her to the City. It was fun, educational and helped us know how to move around the City. Julia is a true New Yorker who knows, the institutions, history and culture of this great City. She is responsive to requests and had great ideas of how to share the City's delights and treasures. I highly recommend her as a tour guide.
Thank you! It was a pleasure to meet you both!
Thoroughly ended working with Julia - thoroughly recommend her!
Thank you, Joanne! It was a pleasure!
We had a great time with Julia! Her tour was fun, lively, informative and we really felt the benefit of being shown round Central Park by a local.
Thank you, Elly! It was a pleasure spending the morning with you both. I am honored you included me in your New York City itinerary. All the best! Julia