New York Harbor
Liberty
Island
1000Max Guests
3+Event Spaces
20 min by ferryFrom Manhattan
360°Virtual Tour
Immersive 360° Virtual TourWalk Through Liberty Island
Walk Through Liberty Island
Before You Ever Visit
Every detail in this tour was captured live — minutes before the doors opened on a real wedding day. Candles lit. Florals fresh. Every light at full glow. This is Liberty Island exactly as your guests will experience it.
- Shot live on wedding day — not staged or empty
- Walk every room in full 360° immersion
- Share with family, your partner, or your planner
- Available 24/7 — no appointment needed
Tour Captured
Real Wedding Day
Shot minutes before guests arrived. Every light on. Every table set. Every candle lit.
What You Can Explore
◆ Statue of Liberty Base
◆ Island Grounds
◆ NYC Skyline Views
◆ Statue Crown Views
About Liberty Island
Liberty Island — Outdoor
Liberty Island — home to the Statue of Liberty — is the most recognized landmark in the Western Hemisphere. And for a select few private events each year, the entire 12-acre island becomes yours exclusively: the manicured grounds, the waterfront promenade, the breathtaking views of Manhattan at golden hour, and the world's most iconic backdrop — Lady Liberty herself, 305 feet tall, illuminated against the night sky.
No venue on earth offers this backdrop. As guests board the private ferry and watch the Statue of Liberty grow from a silhouette to an overwhelming presence above them, the emotional impact is immediate and profound. Cocktails on the island grounds with Manhattan glowing across the harbor — it is, by any honest measure, extraordinary.
Guest Capacity
50–400+ Guests (Outdoor)
Location
New York Harbor
Venue Style
National Monument — Outdoor Grounds
Catering
Custom Catering Partners
Availability
After-Hours Only
Price Range
$$$$
Starting at $30,000+
Event Spaces
Every Space, Perfectly Appointed
Island Grounds
Up to 400+ Guests (Outdoor)
The 12-acre island grounds offer multiple event areas — the promenade around the statue's base, waterfront terraces overlooking Manhattan, and expansive lawn space for cocktail receptions and tented dinners. Lady Liberty watches over it all from 305 feet above.
Liberty Island Outdoor Ceremony
ICONIC WATERFRONT VIEWS
Exchange vows beneath the open sky with the Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty creating an unforgettable backdrop. Liberty Island’s outdoor ceremony setting offers a breathtaking waterfront experience where every moment feels cinematic — from the walk down the aisle to the final sunset portraits. Paired with elegant seating, floral installations, and panoramic harbor views, the result is a ceremony unlike anywhere else in New York Harbor.
Private Fireworks Show
Optional Finale
End your Liberty Island event with a private fireworks display launched over New York Harbor — the Statue of Liberty in the foreground, Manhattan blazing behind. Available with National Park Service approval, this optional finale transforms an already extraordinary evening into a legendary one.
Photo Gallery
Inside Liberty Island, Room by Room
The Wedding Day ExperienceWhat Your Day Looks Like
What Your Day Looks Like
at Liberty Island
From arrival to farewell, every moment at Liberty Island is thoughtfully orchestrated.
The Journey
Private Ferry Crossing
Guests assemble at Battery Park in Manhattan or Liberty State Park in New Jersey and board a privately chartered ferry. As the Statue of Liberty grows from silhouette to towering presence over the 8-minute crossing, the sense of anticipation becomes something genuinely extraordinary.
Arrival
Welcome on the Island Grounds
Guests step ashore and are greeted by champagne-bearing servers and custom cocktail stations arranged on the grounds. Lady Liberty rises above the gathering — a presence so powerful that guests invariably fall into silence before the celebration begins in earnest.
Cocktail Hour
Golden Hour on the Grounds
As the sun sets over New York Harbor, guests enjoy cocktails on the island grounds with the Manhattan skyline blazing behind Lady Liberty. National Park Service Rangers are on-site and available for guided tours. This is the hour guests will describe most often to those who weren't there.
The Dinner
Tented Dinner on the Island or Adjacent Ellis Island
Seated dinners can take place under a custom tent on Liberty Island, or guests can ferry the short hop across to the Registry Room on Ellis Island for a two-venue evening that combines the world's most iconic outdoor setting with one of its most iconic historic interiors.
The Grand Finale
Private Fireworks Over the Harbor
With National Park Service approval, the evening closes with a private fireworks display over New York Harbor — Lady Liberty illuminated in the foreground, Manhattan's skyline blazing behind. It is an ending guests describe for the rest of their lives.
What's IncludedEverything You Need,
Everything You Need,
All in One Place
Exclusive Island Access
Entire 12-acre Liberty Island — exclusively yours for the evening
Lady Liberty as Backdrop
The Statue of Liberty at 305 feet — the world's most iconic event backdrop
Manhattan Skyline Views
Unobstructed harbor views of Manhattan at golden hour and into the night
Private Ferry Service
8-minute exclusive crossing from Battery Park NYC or Liberty State Park NJ
Custom Tented Events
Custom tent structures, bars, and floral installations on the island grounds
Optional Fireworks
Private fireworks display over New York Harbor — available with NPS approval
NPS Ranger Presence
National Park Service Rangers on-site throughout your event
360° Virtual Tour
Full immersive tour of Liberty Island grounds — explore before your site visit
Location & DirectionsEasily Accessible from
Easily Accessible from
the Entire Tri-State Area
Liberty Island sits in New York Harbor, accessible exclusively by private ferry from Battery Park in lower Manhattan or Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ. Both departure points are easily reached by car, taxi, subway, or rideshare. All guests pass through airport-style security before boarding.
- Battery Park, NYC8-min private ferry
- Liberty State Park, NJ8-min private ferry
- Midtown Manhattan~4 miles · 15–20 min to Battery Park
- Newark Liberty Airport~10 miles · 20 min to Liberty State Park
- Ellis IslandAdjacent · short ferry hop
Liberty Island, New York Harbor, NY 10004 · Valet parking available
Frequently Asked QuestionsEverything You Need to Know
Everything You Need to Know
About Liberty Island
Liberty Island hosts private events including galas, milestone celebrations, fundraisers, corporate events, and special occasions for 50 to 400+ guests. Event availability is subject to National Park Service approval. Contact Evelyn Hill Inc. (the authorized NPS concessionaire) at 212-344-0996 or via ellisisland-events.com to confirm current availability for your event type and date.
All guests travel to Liberty Island on a privately chartered ferry — exclusively for your event. Ferries depart from Battery Park in lower Manhattan or Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ. The 8-minute crossing includes views of both the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline. Airport-style security screening is required before boarding. Ferry cost is $8,800–$17,500 depending on vessel selection and guest count.
Liberty Island accommodates specialty events for 50–220 guests under standard setups, and up to 400+ standing for outdoor receptions. Custom tented structures can be installed for seated dinners. Liberty Island events can also be combined with adjacent Ellis Island for multi-venue evenings accommodating larger groups.
Yes — a private fireworks display over New York Harbor is available with National Park Service approval. This is widely considered one of the most dramatic event finales available anywhere in the world: the Statue of Liberty illuminated in the foreground with the Manhattan skyline blazing behind. Contact the events team to inquire about availability and pricing.
Yes — and it's one of the most spectacular event formats available anywhere in the world. Guests enjoy a cocktail reception on Liberty Island's grounds with Lady Liberty as the backdrop, then ferry to Ellis Island's Registry Room for dinner — combining the world's most iconic outdoor setting with one of its most iconic historic interiors in a single unforgettable evening.
Yes — the 360 virtual tour on this page captures Liberty Island's grounds, harbor views, and the extraordinary setting surrounding the Statue of Liberty. Launch it above to explore the island at your own pace before scheduling a site visit or inquiry with the events team.
Starting at $30,000+. These are estimates: the final price depends on your date, day of the week, guest count, menu and bar package, so contact Liberty Island for a current quote.
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Loved What You Saw in the Virtual Tour?
Contact the Liberty Island team at 212-363-3200 to check your date and schedule a personal site visit.