🗽The Statue of Liberty is a must-visit destination for anyone visiting New York City. Even locals should go! 🗽Standing at the entrance of New York Harbor, this colossal copper statue has been greeting visitors and immigrants to the United States since 1886, symbolizing hope, freedom, and democracy. 🗽Getting to Liberty Island is easy and convenient, with regular ferry service departing from Battery Park in Manhattan and Liberty State Park in New Jersey. 🗽The ferry ride itself is a scenic experience, giving you a great view of the Manhattan skyline, the harbor, and the statue from different angles. 🗽Once you arrive at Liberty Island, you can take a self-guided tour of the grounds, or join a ranger-led tour for a more in-depth look at the history and significance of the statue. 🗽The crown reopened in October 2022 and you can climb to the top for panoramic views of the harbor and the city. Be prepared to walk up 377 steps! 🗽There’s also a museum telling the story of America’s immigrant heritage. #nycthingstodo #nycgo #statueofliberty #libertyisland #nycferry #nycbucketlist #nyc #nycphotography