Taking the ferry across to Ellis Island is a must for everyone who is remotely interested in history. The building is steeped in history with endless facts about the immigrants entering the US via this island & indeed some being not so lucky & being returned from hence they came. Taking this trip, make sure you visit theatre 1 for... More

The museum and ground were very interesting, especially the passport wall and the personal belongings exhibit. We were in NY for 5 days so it fit nicely with our touring although I don't think I would bother if we were there for any less time. It's also worth checking out the views from the grounds. The view looking back to... More

If you don't want to waste time waiting in lines and going through useless body searches that make you feel like a suspect in a murder case, don't go through the whole Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island experience. I honestly regret wasting one day to see these two places.And trust me, our group was all about sightseeing! More

Museum for a touching experience thinking to all immigrants who passed by. More

Buy advance timed tickets online with Statue Cruises. We went at 10:30 and it was lovely temperature and no wait. The museum is nice--the audio tour adds a lot! Lots of ways to be connected with the past too--the wall of names, searching for family members, etc. I don't think this would be interesting for everyone, but for anyone who... More

The Ellis Island Museum is worth a day, whether or not your ancestors came through here. Go down to Battery Park and catch the ferry. A plus is the Lady Liberty sail-by. Or you can stop on Liberty Island and hop back on to Ellis. Don't be fooled by the large open space upstairs - your tour isn't over. Go... More

Walking through the halls of Ellis Island processing center was amazing. Thinking about all the people who passed through those doors, in sight of the Statue of Liberty and the shores of New York on one side and New Jersey on the other was staggering. A great place to find yourself. More

A must visit for anyone going to New York! The audio tour around the building is brilliant, it really gives you an insight into what people experienced on the island. The view from the ferry of Manhattan is also amazing! Be sure to take your camera! More

A must do trip for everyone. Bring your camera. One can only hope the rest of the island is eventually renovated. The building is great, make sure you go upstairs. The genealogy ncomputers are far faster than at home, but cost $5 for 30 minutes. Great exhibits. Go early, earliest ferry you can, crowds become oppressive. The liberty park station... More