Amazing place , so well known it's instantly reco...

Amazing place , so well known it's instantly recognised. One of the highlights of our trip to New York, although we were reliably informed that the statue of Liberty is in New Jersey not in New York.
If your planning on going, visiting the crown is a must, be we had to book it six months before we went and we had to be at battery park before 9.00am to collect our tickets so be aware. as everywhere security is always a hassle but don't be put off. It you are visiting the crown, there are steps up to the pedestal of the statue and another 162 up a narrow metal spiral staircase in the centre of the statue. There's lsndings at various stages on the way up for uou to restor take pictures but once at the top the view is fantastic. Space up there is limited, room for about 6 including the guides. We were told coming down was easier. . . It ain't. . . Our legs were aching by the time we got down. The secret is not to rush. . Pace yourself and you'll be fine. Our trip also included a trip to Ellis Island too which is also very educational