Travel guides
Plan your visit like a local
Practical guides for the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Alcatraz, New York and San Francisco: what to book, when to arrive, what to bring.
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How early to arrive for the Statue of Liberty ferry (and how security works)
Where to go in Battery Park, how the security line works, and how much time to plan for your whole day.
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What to bring to Alcatraz (and what to leave at the hotel)
A practical packing list for Alcatraz: layers, shoes, water, food rules and what to do with bags.
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Can you go inside the Statue of Liberty? Pedestal vs Crown
What the pedestal and the crown include, how many steps each one has, the crown rules, and which ticket to choose.
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One perfect day in Lower Manhattan, starting with the Statue of Liberty ferry
A relaxed one-day plan: the first ferry, lunch nearby, the 9/11 Memorial, Wall Street and the Brooklyn Bridge at sunset.
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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with kids: a parent’s guide
Ticket ages, strollers, snacks, how long to plan, and how to keep kids interested on both islands.
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Alcatraz Day Tour vs Night Tour: which one should you choose?
Same island, two very different visits. Crowds, views, timing and what is included, side by side.
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Statue of Liberty tickets explained: General Admission, Pedestal and Crown
Three ticket types, one ferry. What each one includes, which sells out first, and how to choose.