Wanderlust World Wanderlust World General admission to the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration is FREE. But you **must** buy a **ferry ticket** to get there—and those sell out fast.
| Ticket Type | Adult (13+) | Senior (62+) | Child (4-12) | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve Ticket | $24.50 | $18 | $12 | Ferry + Ellis & Liberty Islands grounds + museum entry + audio tour |
| Reserve + Pedestal | $24.80 | $18.30 | $12.30 | Above + Statue of Liberty Pedestal access (reserve months ahead) |
| Reserve + Crown | $25.30 | $18.80 | $12.80 | Above + Crown access (reserve 6+ months ahead; 162 steps; no elevator) |
Departure: Battery Park, NYC (primary) or Liberty State Park, NJ. **Security screening** = airport-style. **Arrive 30+ min before departure.**
**Ferry fee waived** on these federal holidays (museum always free):
⚠️ Must reserve online** 30 days in advance** — slots vanish in minutes.
Ellis Island is **free to enter, paid to reach**. Plan the ferry, not the museum fee.