This statue holds deep symbolic meaning for millio...

This statue holds deep symbolic meaning for millions of people inside and outside of the country. If your going on the tour of the statue you should note that the elevator only goes to the base of the statue, to get to the crown you have to take the stairs. The torche isn't open to the public. Ferries heading to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island depart every 15-20 minutes. The first ferry departs at 8:30 am in peak season and 9:00 am in non peak season and the last ferry departs at 4:00 pm in peak season and 3:30 pm in the non peak season.