First time seeing Ms Liberty up close and personal! Check out cityexperiences.com to purchase a ferry ticket. I got the pedestal reserve for a $25 adult ticket. (wanted the crown reserve but all booked, so book wayy in advance!!) it includes an audio tour of Ellis and liberty island. It starts at battery park and you have to go through airport like security. I suggest reading all the info on the website so you know where to meet, what time and what’s included.