These will be some of the hottest tickets around – the opening weekend of the famous Lady Liberty’s crown will no doubt entice hoards of visitors eager to welcome the tourist hotspot back.
The statue was closed to the public because of security concerns after 9/11. The base, pedestal and outdoor observation deck reopened in 2004, but the crown remained off-limits.
Come July 4th, tourists will now be able to view the breathtaking New York skyline from the top of the harbour once more.
It is a particularly appropriate reopening date as July 4th is American Independence Day and the status is a symbol for hope, freedom and opportunity.
Tickets are already being sold both online and on the phone and more than 50,000 visitors are expected to make the 168-step climb to the crown before it closes again in two years for permanent safety renovations.
The staircase, signage, exit and public address system will be improved in order to enable the park service to double the number of visitors climbing to the crown each day.
Tiffany Townsend, a Spokeswoman for the New York City Visitors and Convention Bureau said, “The Statue of Liberty is not only an iconic New York City attraction but an American symbol, and we expect there will be significant demand for tickets by locals and outside visitors alike.”
Visitor numbers will be limited to ten at a time and all groups will be guided by a park ranger. Three trips will take place each hour and places will be allocated on a first-come, first served basis – but booking must be done over the phone or online as there will be no walk up tickets.
Crown reservations may be made through the park’s ferry concession, Statue Cruises, at www.statuecruises.com or by phone at 877-LADY-TIX (877-523-9849)
The tickets will add £1.80 to the cost of reserved ferry fares, which are £7 for adults, £6 for seniors and £3 for children.
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