Okay, let’s talk about the icon—The Statue of freakin’ Liberty. If you’ve never been up close to Lady Liberty herself, you’re seriously missing out. She’s not just a giant green statue hanging out in the harbor; she’s a full-on symbol of freedom, hope, and everything that makes New York… well, New York. Gifted by the French in 1886 (shout out to France for the ultimate friendship flex), this copper queen stands 305 feet tall from the ground to the tip of her torch, and she’s been greeting people from all over the world for over a century like the glowing goddess she is.

🛥️ Getting There
• Hop aboard the Statue City Cruises ferry from either Battery Park (Manhattan) or Liberty State Park (New Jersey)
• Your ferry ticket includes access to Liberty Island AND Ellis Island, so don’t just stop at one
• Pro-tip: Book early if you wanna snag Crown Access tickets—they’re super limited, and climbing those 162 steps is a bucket-list flex

🎯 Must-Do Highlights on Liberty Island
• 🗿 The Statue Up Close – She’s way bigger than she looks from Manhattan. Trust.
• 🏛️ The Statue of Liberty Museum – Packed with exhibits, the original torch (yep, the OG), and interactive displays
• 🌊 The Views – Panoramic shots of NYC’s skyline, New Jersey, and the harbor that’ll make your camera weep with joy
• 📸 Photo Ops – Whether it’s at the base, from the ferry, or on the lawn—this is peak “I went to NYC” content
• 🧢 Gift Shops – Load up on Liberty merch, from snow globes to foam crowns (you know you want one)

📍 Don’t Skip Ellis Island
It’s right next door and included with your ferry ticket, and it’s honestly super moving. Walk through the Ellis Island National Immigration Museum and see where millions of immigrants entered the U.S. between 1892 and 1954. You might even find a piece of your family history there—how cool is that?

🧭 What’s Nearby Once You’re Back on Land?
Once you’re back at Battery Park, you’re right near a ton of Lower Manhattan gems like:
• 🔍 The National Museum of the American Indian
• 🌆 The Charging Bull and Wall Street
• 🏢 One World Observatory & 9/11 Memorial Museum
• 🌯 Insane food spots in FiDi and Stone Street for a bite after your harbor adventure

🎉 Whether you’re visiting New York for the first time or you’re a local doing the tourist thing (no shame, we all do it), the Statue of Liberty hits different in person. It’s powerful, it’s historic, and it’s the kind of experience that sticks with you.

🚗 And hey, don’t forget—if you wanna hit Liberty Island and every other must-see spot in NYC without relying on Ubers or waiting for the train, get yourself a ride with PMG Car Rentals. We make it crazy easy to cruise the boroughs, explore the suburbs, and road trip the heck out of your visit. Book your ride today at PMG Car Rentals or give us a call at +1 929-560-6110. Lady Liberty’s waiting—don’t keep her hanging!