At NYCTrip.com, we want to make sure that all of your questions are answered when it comes to visiting your favorite sites in the Big Apple. The Statue of Liberty is no exception. If you want to know how far you can actually go inside on the Statue of Liberty tour or what's on Liberty Island, read on as we tackle some of the most commonly asked Statue of Liberty questions:
Where did the Statue of Liberty come from?
The Statue of Liberty was a gift to the United States from the people of France for the United States' centennial in 1866. A French sculptor named Frédéric Bartholdi designed it.
Where is the Statue of Liberty located?
The Statue of Liberty is located on Liberty Island in New York City Harbor.
How can you get to Liberty Island?
One can see the Statue of Liberty by taking a ferry to Liberty Island. Ferries depart from Liberty State Park in Jersey City and Battery Park in Lower Manhattan. These ferries also stop at Ellis Island, so you can see that attraction as well.
How far can you actually go inside the Statue of Liberty?
At present, one can go inside the Statue of Liberty to the point of the pedestal with tickets. In order to continue up to the crown,you'll need an additional special reservation and ticket (as well as stamina for 354 steps to the top). Only a few people are allowed inside the crown at atime. In late 2011, the Statue of Liberty will close for renovations and the addition of a second staircase to aid in emergency evacuations. The project should be complete in nine months to a year. NYCTrip.com’s Statue of Liberty Tour and Ground Zero/Statue of Liberty Tour both include reservations to enter the Statue and Museum and climb to the pedestal level.
What's on Liberty Island?
Liberty Island houses the Statue of Liberty National Monument and all of its related National Park Service services. There are restroom facilities, educational materials, and a museum dedicated to the monument. It is only accessibly by ferry.
What else should I know about visiting the Statue ofLiberty?
Please keep in mind, thousands of people visit daily, reservations to see the Statue of Liberty are necessary and limited. Please be prepared as there are often long lines to purchase tickets and board ferries.
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