Statue of Liberty

Amazing statue with a rich history. One must see it in person to really appreciate it. The price for admission is relatively cheap, so it's not a price issue but a scheduling issue to visit. I highly recommend booking tickets in advance, especially if you're trying to go up to the crown. Depending on the size of your party, ticket availability can be weeks or months out. Also, as of the date of this post, they are no longer doing tours up to the torch only as far up to the crown.

I saw so many blogs saying that it is better to take the free ferry to Staten Island and take pictures from it rather than pay for the ferry to Liberty Island. I would say, No! You should see it on the island, not on the ferry! You get a much closer look (it is not close enough even - wish I had booked a ticket to Pedestal). Also, the museum is very interesting and informative. I 100% recommend going to Liberty Island and seeing the status of Liberty- liberty enlightening the world.

I went there in the summer with the school, it was an amazing and breathtaking experience. I have always seen the statue in videos or films, but seeing it for the first time in reality has a different effect. I highly recommend visiting her at least once in her life.