Main Monument

Visit the world-famous Statue of Liberty—a towering symbol of freedom with neoclassical architecture, offering historical exhibits and incredible views of NYC.

A symbol of hope and freedom, the Statue of Liberty was gifted by France in 1886 to celebrate America’s centennial of independence and the enduring friendship between the two nations. Designed by sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi and built with engineering support from Gustave Eiffel, the statue is a neoclassical masterpiece. It depicts the Roman goddess Libertas holding a torch and a tablet marked with the date of the Declaration of Independence. The seven spikes on her crown represent the seven continents and seas. The statue stands 305 feet tall from ground to torch tip, and the structure’s internal framework was revolutionary at the time. Fun fact: The statue’s copper has naturally oxidized to its famous green patina, which actually protects it from further corrosion. Today, the statue remains an essential U.S. landmark and is open to visitors via ferry, with access to the pedestal and crown (by reservation).