Today I am leaving Manhattan and visit Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. These historic and famous sights is a must while being in New York as a tourist. The ferry departs from Battery park. From the battery you can see two of New York’s iconic landmarks—the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Statue Cruises offers departures daily to these national monuments. You can purchase tickets online or at the kiosk in Castle Clinton National Monument. Ticket bought, remember to specify if you want to visit the Statue of liberty and not only the grounds. Sailing schedule for the ferry. Clothing that is correct according to the temperature is important. First close up of the Statue of Liberty. It is a tourist thing, so get your elbows ready for taking the perfect shot of the statue. On the grounds looking back at Manhattan while listening to a audio tour that is provided when you embark on the island. The Statue of Liberty. This is January, warm clothes makes a comfy stay at the island, here with Manhattan in the background. Arriving at Ellis Island In Upper New York Bay, was the gateway for over 12 million immigrants to the United States as the […]

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Visiting the 911 Memorial Museum located at the site of the former World Trade Center, now also known as Ground Zero. Entrance to the museum is trough the pavilion designed by Snøhetta. No visitor pass is needed, tickets can be bought at the pavilion. Expect some queuing on busy days. The 911 Memorial Museum serves as the country’s principal institution concerned with exploring the implications of the events of 9/11, documenting the impact of those events and exploring 9/11’s continuing significance. The 911 memorial, waterfall and reflecting pool set within the footprints of the towers. The 911 Memorial is located at the site of the former World Trade Center complex and occupies approximately half of the 16-acre site. The Memorial features two enormous waterfalls and reflecting pools, each about an acre in size, set within the footprints of the original Twin Towers. The Memorial plaza is one of the most eco-friendly plazas ever constructed. More than 400 trees surround the reflecting pools. Its design conveys a spirit of hope and renewal, and creates a contemplative space separate from the usual sights and sounds of a bustling metropolis. The 911 Memorial Museum Entry Pavilion designed by Snøhetta. But your ticket at the booth and then […]

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