One of the most interesting days spent in NY. The history of America's immigration presented on the actual island where they were processed before being allowed to enter the US. I didn't realize how many different ethnic groups and different nationalities make up today's American population. I loved the stories that different children wrote about their experiences. Very moving. You... More

I was in New York City June 2012. This was on top of my list of things to see and do whilst in the city, having an interest in the Irish Diaspora and immigration. Very unique and fascinating history of the immigrants who came start a new life in America. Coming from Ireland, my only criticism is that I expected... More

Ever wonder about the Immigrants coming to America? Well here is the place to ask! Great history, you can actually see names of immigrants who passed through here in the books they used. Great piece of history.

Interesting.... so much to see... so much history.... well worth the walking it takes to see it all.... (Our visit was in November 2011)

I great place to learn where you came from. Interesting and educational. The guides are very knowledgable and the place seems inhabited by ghosts of many ancestors.

When visiting Ellis Island, make sure you buy your tickets online before you go so you can bypass the extremely long queue at the dock. The ticket price of $14 includes the audio tour which is available in several languages. You will still have to go through the usual maze of security checks. As you approach the island, the main... More

It was interesting to learn about the immigrants and such, but honestly not the most exciting thing.

We could only see the outside of the buildings on Ellis Island during a boat tour we made with het hop on hop off company City Sights. We walked from Times Square to the pier because we were too late to take the bus but I don't recommend this walk : take the bus if you can. Ellis Island is... More

This place was inspiring living history of America. The kids found this place to be the most interesting tour site of the whole entire trip of NYC. The audio tour gives you walking tour of how a immigrant would have entered Ellis Island back in the day. This place has air conditioning, which allows you to take as long as... More