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5.0 / 5 from 2 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 15
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
About this tour
Discover the exact moment your family member arrived in New York. Step into your family member’s story at Ellis Island. This immersive experience focuses on tracing your family’s immigration story using original ship manifest, immigration records, and historical documents that reveal their arrival and first steps in America.
During the tour, you’ll walk the same grounds where immigrants were once processed and learn how these records connect to your family’s past. Blending history with personal discovery the tour offers a way to explore your heritage and understand the beginning of your family’s American journey.
Each booking includes one in-depth genealogy research profile for one family member. Additional family members may be added upon request.
Please note: Access to Ellis Island requires a mandatory round trip ferry ticket, which is not included and must be purchased separately. This experience involves 2 weeks of research prior to the tour
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: We encourage you to arrive 10 minutes prior to the tour departure time so you can get acquainted with your guide before the tour begins. Tour meeting point: At the front of Castle Clinton National Monument, 21 Battery Place, New York, NY 10004 Transportation options to the tour meeting point:. The nearest accessible public restroom to the meeting point is about 960 m away in a straight line, from the NYC Open Data public restrooms list.
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Itinerary
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- 1
Travelers explore the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, visiting the main exhibition halls where millions of immigrants were processed. The guide explains the immigration procedures, shares historical context, and helps guests understand how family records and ship manifests document their ancestors’ arrival in the United States.(1 hr)
- 2
Visitors walk through the historic Great Hall of the Ellis Island Immigration Station, where immigrants once waited for inspection. The guide explains medical and legal screening processes and highlights the significance of this space in the American immigration journey.(30 min)
- 3
Travelers visit the American Immigrant Wall of Honor, a commemorative monument displaying engraved names of immigrants who contributed to the United States. Guests learn about the legacy of immigration and the importance of preserving family heritage.(15 min)
- 4
Guests walk across the historic grounds of Ellis Island, learning about the original buildings, hospital complex, and daily life of immigrants during processing. The guide provides historical insight while visitors take in views of New York Harbor(15 min)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Included
- Personalized family history presentation
- Each booking includes one in-depth genealogy research profile.
- Knowledgeable private guide for two hours
- Beautifully crafted book detailing family journey
- $599 includes a private tour for your family or group, plus one genealogy research profile.
Not included
- Ferry Tickets
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Nearest accessible public restroom to We encourage you to arrive 10 minutes prior to the tour departure time so you can get acquainted with your guide before the tour begins. Tour meeting point: At the front of Castle Clinton National Monument, 21 Battery Place, New York, NY 10004 Transportation options to the tour meeting point:
The nearest accessible public restroom to We encourage you to arrive 10 minutes prior to the tour departure time so you can get acquainted with your guide before the tour begins. Tour meeting point: At the front of Castle Clinton National Monument, 21 Battery Place, New York, NY 10004 Transportation options to the tour meeting point: is 180 Maiden Lane POPS, New York, about 960 m away.
180 Maiden Lane POPS · about 960 m away in a straight line
New York, NY (privately owned public space)
Monday to Saturday: 8:30 am-10:00 pm, Sundays: 10:00 am-7:00 pm. — Open year round
Source: the NYC Open Data public restrooms list, data as at 30 October 2026. Distances are straight-line, not the walking route, and facilities can change — check before you rely on one.
Location & contact
- Area
- New York
- Meeting point
- We encourage you to arrive 10 minutes prior to the tour departure time so you can get acquainted with your guide before the tour begins. Tour meeting point: At the front of Castle Clinton National Monument, 21 Battery Place, New York, NY 10004 Transportation options to the tour meeting point:
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- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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