# Statue of Liberty Guide

> Your guide to America's iconic symbol of freedom. Book curated Statue of Liberty tours, explore crown access, Ellis Island, and New York Harbor experiences.

## Site Information

- **URL**: https://statueguide.com
- **Purpose**: Statue of Liberty tour booking and New York Harbor experiences information platform
- **Location**: Liberty Island, New York Harbor, New York, USA
- **Focus**: Providing curated tours and experiences at the Statue of Liberty including entry tickets, guided crown access, sunset harbor cruises, Ellis Island, and NYC highlights

## Main Pages

### Home
- **URL**: https://statueguide.com/
- **Description**: Main landing page featuring Statue of Liberty tours, experiences, and visitor information. Includes booking options, harbor gallery, freedom history, planning tips, location details, and FAQs.
- **Key Features**: UNESCO World Heritage, crown access, Ellis Island, harbor cruises, ferry transport

### Crown Access
- **URL**: https://statueguide.com/crown-access.html

### Pedestal Museum
- **URL**: https://statueguide.com/pedestal-museum.html

### Ellis Island Immigration Museum
- **URL**: https://statueguide.com/ellis-island-immigration-museum.html

### Liberty Torch & Harbor Views
- **URL**: https://statueguide.com/liberty-torch-harbor-views.html

### Planning Your Statue of Liberty Visit
- **URL**: https://statueguide.com/planning-your-statue-of-liberty-visit.html

### Site Map
- **URL**: https://statueguide.com/sitemap.html

### Privacy Policy
- **URL**: https://statueguide.com/privacy.html
- **Description**: Privacy policy and data protection information for the website.

## Key Information

### Location Details
- **Site**: Statue of Liberty, Liberty Island, New York Harbor
- **Coordinates**: 40.6892°N, 74.0445°W (40°41′21″N, 74°02′40″W)
- **Nearest Airports**: JFK (45 min) | Newark EWR (30 min) | LaGuardia LGA (35 min)
- **Dedicated**: October 28, 1886
- **UNESCO**: World Heritage Site since 1984
- **Hours**: Daily 8:30–17:00

### Tour Options
1. **Statue of Liberty Entry Tickets**: Skip-the-line access with pedestal museum, audio guides, and ferry from Battery Park ($30+, 4 hours, ferry included)
2. **Guided Tours with Crown Access**: Expert-guided experience with crown access and Ellis Island exploration ($51+, 6 hours, expert guide and crown access)
3. **Sunset Harbor Tours**: Evening harbor cruise with golden hour photography and Manhattan skyline views ($24+, 3 hours, harbor cruise and golden hour)

### Must-See Landmarks

#### Crown Access
- Exclusive access to Lady Liberty's crown
- 354 steps with panoramic harbor views
- Advance reservations required

#### Pedestal Museum
- Interactive exhibits on construction and symbolism
- Original artifacts and educational programs
- Profound meaning of freedom and democracy

#### Ellis Island Immigration Museum
- Gateway for over 12 million immigrants
- Restored Great Hall and passenger records
- Personal stories of those seeking freedom in America

#### Liberty Torch & Harbor Views
- Iconic torch guiding ships for generations
- 360-degree panoramas from Liberty Island
- Manhattan skyline and Brooklyn Bridge photo opportunities

### Historical Timeline

#### 1865 – French Inspiration
- Édouard de Laboulaye conceived a monument celebrating American freedom

#### 1870-1875 – Bartholdi's Vision
- Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi designed "Liberty Enlightening the World"

#### 1875-1884 – Construction in France
- Copper construction with Gustave Eiffel's engineering

#### October 28, 1886 – Dedication
- President Grover Cleveland dedicated the statue in New York Harbor

#### 1984-Present – UNESCO Heritage
- UNESCO World Heritage status ensuring preservation as universal symbol of freedom

### Why Visit Statue of Liberty

#### UNESCO World Heritage
- America's most prestigious UNESCO site representing freedom and democracy

#### Exclusive Crown Access
- Reserved crown tickets with panoramic New York Harbor vistas

#### Harbor Island Adventure
- Liberty and Ellis Islands with ferry rides and immigration history

#### Symbol of Freedom
- Seven-rayed crown, broken chains, and universal aspirations for liberty

### Visitor Tips
- **Best time to visit** - Early morning (8:30–10:00 AM); spring and fall for ideal weather
- **Getting there** - Ferry from Battery Park (Manhattan) or Liberty State Park (New Jersey)
- **What to pack** - Valid photo ID, comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, camera
- **Crown access** - Book months ahead; 354 steps; age and health restrictions apply
- **Security** - Airport-style screening; no large bags or outside food/drinks
- **Visit duration** - Allow 4–6 hours for Liberty and Ellis Island; 6+ hours for crown tours

### Planning Your Visit
- **Recommended duration**: 4–6 hours minimum; full day for crown + Ellis Island
- **Peak seasons**: Summer and holidays — book crown access early
- **Transportation**: Ferry only; subway to Whitehall St-South Ferry or South Ferry
- **Family-friendly**: Ferry rides, museum exhibits, educational programs
- **Advance booking**: Essential for crown access and guided tours

## Contact
- **Email**: info@statueguide.com
- **Disclaimer**: Not affiliated with National Park Service or official Statue of Liberty administration

## Technical Details
- **CMS**: Static HTML/CSS/JavaScript site
- **Ticket Integration**: GetYourGuide affiliate booking (Partner ID: EOXKTEI)
- **Analytics**: Google Analytics with event tracking
- **SEO**: Comprehensive meta tags, Open Graph, Twitter Cards, JSON-LD structured data
- **Map**: Mapbox GL JS integration with custom lighting controls
- **Fonts**: Space Grotesk, Inter (Google Fonts)
- **Icons**: SVG assets under `/icons/`