# Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration > Restored historic buildings showcase stunning architecture and a nostalgic atmosphere that echoes with the past. The site offers beautiful views of nearby landmarks and a free audio tour that enriches understanding of immigration history. Visitors experience a mix of quiet reflection and engaging exhibits in a setting that blends heritage with scenic surroundings. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/EllisIslandNationalMuseumOfImmigration - Address: Ellis Is, Jersey City, New Jersey, United States - Hours: Wednesday: 09:45 AM - 04:45 PM Thursday: 09:45 AM - 04:45 PM Friday: 09:45 AM - 04:45 PM Saturday: 09:45 AM - 04:45 PM Sunday: 09:45 AM - 04:45 PM Monday: 09:45 AM - 04:45 PM Tuesday: 09:45 AM - 04:45 PM - Phone: +18329600009 - Website: https://libertyellisfoundation.org/immigration-museum - Google rating: 4.7 (6368 reviews) ## What it is good for - Nice View — 10/10 - Cool — 10/10 - Unique — 10/10 - Curated — 10/10 - Fun Activities — 10/10 - Scenic Views — 10/10 - Interesting — 9.5/10 - Historical Sites — 9.5/10 - Lively — 9.4/10 - Outdoor Space — 9.1/10 - Museums — 9.1/10 - Outdoor Seating — 9/10 - Guided Tours — 8.3/10 - Tourist — 7.5/10 - Parks — 7.1/10 ## What people say - "It's really interesting and educational, offering great insight into immigration history." - "The Great Hall's vast room with arched windows gave me chills." - "The exhibits here are so well curated, telling touching stories of new beginnings." ## Good to know - Admission to Ellis Island is included in the Statue of Liberty ticket price. - Visitors should allow one to two hours to explore Ellis Island. - Audio guides are available in multiple languages at the museum entrance. - Ferry access to Ellis Island can be crowded; arrive early to avoid long waits. - The hard hat tour offers a unique view of the island's history. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.