Used to be one of the busiest immigration islands and the so-called "gateway to America". Nowadays, it holds a museum.
Ticket
Ferry prices:
Adults: $18
Seniors (62+): $14
Children (4 - 12): $9
Children (under 4): free
For further information, please visit the official website.
The ferry to the island runs daily from 8:30 a.m. in summer (9:30 a.m. in winter) to 5 p.m. in summer (3:30 p.m. in winter). Final departure from Ellis Island at 7 p.m in summer.
Ellis Island begins closing 30 minutes prior to the final departure.
Departure times are subject to change. For further information
please visit the official website. Wait times to board any ferry can be over 90 minutes during peak months (April - September) and holidays.
The island is closed on December 25.