The Statue of Liberty is among New York's classic landmarks – and it's also a world-famous landmark. It's the kind of thing that's on the list of 99% of people who visit the Big Apple. Remember that Statue City Cruises is the official company that provides transportation from Battery Park (Manhattan) to Liberty Island. This is the official tour - and the only one that lands on the island.

Tips:

• You can buy your ticket online or also at Battery Park. If you want to buy it at the park, be prepared for the lines. There is a separate line for those who have already bought the ticket. Also, ignore any approach from strangers in the area. Head straight to Castle Clinton, which is in Battery Park. It is the only authorized place to buy tickets for the Statue of Liberty. T

• The ticket you purchase for the Statue of Liberty also allows you you to go to Ellis Island, an island off Liberty Island, where the Immigration Museum is located – the ferry stops there as well.

• There are three kinds of tickets – access to the island, access to the pedestal, and access to the crown. If your idea is to go on the pedestal or crown, plan ahead. Tickets to the crown usually sell out months in advance as few tickets are available per day.