Statue Of Liberty National Monument
Designation: National Monument
Location: New York
📘 Park Overview
A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by President Grover Cleveland on October 28, 1886. Designated as a National Monument in 1924, employees of the National Park Service have been caring for the Statue of Liberty since 1933.
🌤 Weather Information
It is typically colder and more windy in New York Harbor than elsewhere in New York City. Winters are cold and damp. Spring and Fall can range from chilly to warm. Summers are warm to hot and humid.
🚗 Directions
Liberty Island is located in New York Harbor and can only be reached by ferry. Ferries operated by Statue City Cruises depart from The Battery in New York City or Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ.
Images
The Statue of Liberty's patina green stands out brilliantly on a cloudy day.
Credit: NPS Photo
Statue of Liberty stands tall on Liberty Island with the skyline of bustling New York City in view.
Credit: NPS Photo
This close-up reveals fine details of the Statue of Liberty's face, hair, crown, and robe, which can be difficult to see even in person.
Credit: NPS Photo
The Statue of Liberty stands tall on her pedestal: from the ground to the tip of the torch, she measures 305 feet 1 inch (93 meters)!
Credit: NPS Photo
Millions visit the Statue of Liberty each year, but only a select few, like this peregrine falcon perched on the left-most ray, enjoy the view from above the crown.
Credit: NPS Photo
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Entrance Fees
No entrance fees listed.
Entrance Passes
No entrance passes listed.
3-Day Weather Forecast
Saturday, Apr 18
Sunny
High: 66°F | Low: 51.6°F
Humidity: 81%
Wind: 13 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 1.8
Sunrise: 06:12 AM
Sunset: 07:39 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (1%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 54°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Sunday, Apr 19
Patchy rain nearby
High: 54.9°F | Low: 48.1°F
Humidity: 70%
Wind: 19 mph
Rain Chance: 88%
UV Index: 0.4
Sunrise: 06:11 AM
Sunset: 07:40 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (3%)
Visibility: 4 mi
Dew Point: 45.5°F
Cloud Cover: 88%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Monday, Apr 20
Patchy rain nearby
High: 53.1°F | Low: 41.2°F
Humidity: 47%
Wind: 17 mph
Rain Chance: 82%
UV Index: 1.4
Sunrise: 06:10 AM
Sunset: 07:41 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (9%)
Visibility: 5 mi
Dew Point: 36.4°F
Cloud Cover: 82%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Weather Alerts (5)
Coastal Flood Advisory issued April 17 at 10:17PM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Effective: Apr 17, 2026 10:17pm
Expires: Apr 18, 2026 6:00am
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline.
* WHERE...In New Jersey, Hudson, Eastern Essex and Eastern Union
Counties. In New York, Richmond (Staten Island) County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 8 PM Saturday to
midnight EDT Saturday night.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in the more vulnerable locations
near the waterfront and shoreline. Some roads and low lying
properties including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes and
businesses with basements near the waterfront will experience
minor flooding.
Coastal Flood Statement issued April 17 at 10:17PM EDT until April 18 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Effective: Apr 17, 2026 10:17pm
Expires: Apr 18, 2026 6:00am
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline.
* WHERE...Kings (Brooklyn) County.
* WHEN...Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS...Brief minor flooding of the more vulnerable locations
near the waterfront and shoreline.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued April 17 at 10:17PM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Effective: Apr 17, 2026 10:17pm
Expires: Apr 18, 2026 6:00am
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline.
* WHERE...Southern Queens and Southern Nassau Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 8 PM Saturday to
midnight EDT Saturday night.
* IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas near the
waterfront and shoreline, including roads, parking lots, parks,
lawns, and homes and businesses with basements near the
waterfront. Road closures are possible, and vehicles parked
in vulnerable areas near the waterfront could experience
flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate coastal flood benchmarks may be
approached for the Saturday evening high tide in Southern Nassau.
Additional minor flooding is possible for the Sunday evening
high tide.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued April 17 at 10:17PM EDT until April 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Effective: Apr 17, 2026 10:17pm
Expires: Apr 18, 2026 6:00am
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline.
* WHERE...Northwest Suffolk, Northern Queens and Northern Nassau
Counties.
* WHEN...From 11 PM Saturday to 2 AM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in the more vulnerable locations near
the waterfront and shoreline. Some roads and low lying
properties including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes and
businesses with basements near the waterfront will experience
minor flooding.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued April 17 at 10:17PM EDT until April 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Effective: Apr 17, 2026 10:17pm
Expires: Apr 18, 2026 6:00am
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Statement, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected in vulnerable areas
near the waterfront and shoreline. For the Coastal Flood
Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline.
* WHERE...In Connecticut, Southern Fairfield County. In New
York, Southern Westchester County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Statement, until 1 AM EDT
Saturday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 11 PM Saturday
to 2 AM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in the more vulnerable locations near
the waterfront and shoreline. Some roads and low lying
properties including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes and
businesses with basements near the waterfront will experience
minor flooding.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additional minor flooding is possible for
the Sunday evening high tide.
Park Alerts
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
Liberty Island
New York, NY 10004
🏤 Mailing Address:
Receiving Office
1 Ellis Island
Jersey City, NJ 07305
📞 Voice Phone: 2123633200
✉️ Email: stli_info@nps.gov