Ellis Island Immigration Museum

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Top 1% of attractions in New York City
8 / 10

5 expert reviews

“Trust us, even if your blood doesn’t run red, white and blue you will not be underwhelmed or disappointed by either of these two major New York landmarks.”

– Time Out

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The three-level Immigration Museum is a poignant tribute to the immigrant experience." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Crowned by four copper-domed towers, the former processing center (1900) has been restored to reflect its appearance from 1918 to 1924, the years of peak immigration." Full review
Where Where
"In addition to viewing artifacts displayed in the museum, visitors seeking their heritage are welcome to consult the archives of the American Family Immigration History Center. " Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"By one estimate, some 40 percent of Americans have at least one ancestor who entered the United States through Ellis Island. " Full review