New York City - Can I bring a tripod to the Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building?

I've been to the Statue of Liberty 3 times in my life and the Empire State Building once. During those times I was never really into photography so I never took any pictures. It's been at least 5 years since I've been to either places. I'll be dropping by NYC for a few days next month and I'm wondering if there are any restrictions to bringing tripods to those locations? I think there might be going to the Empire State Building and up to the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty. However, I'm not sure if I can bring it to the island where the statue is. Does anyone here know?

I've been to the Statue of Liberty 3 times in my life and the Empire State Building once. During those times I was never really into photography so I never took any pictures. It's been at least 5 years since I've been to either places. I'll be dropping by NYC for a few days next month and I'm wondering if there are any restrictions to bringing tripods to those locations? I think there might be going to the Empire State Building and up to the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty. However, I'm not sure if I can bring it to the island where the statue is. Does anyone here know?

Regarding the Statue, it seems unlikely that you can take a tripod. From http://www.statuecruises.com/security.aspx

Backpacks, strollers and large umbrellas are not permitted in the Monument.

The National Park Service, however, does not list "tripods" in this list (http://www.nps.gov/stli/planyourvisit/safety-and-security.htm):

We Do Not Allow It. Please Do Not Bring It
•ALL weapons, including firearms, knives (including pocket knives and pen knives), mace (or pepper spray), any dangerous items, and any "dual-use" items that could be dangerous are strictly prohibited in the park and on the ferry system.
•Scissors, sharp instruments, and tools are prohibited.
•Do not carry any of these types of items into the security screening area. Items that are surrendered will not be returned. If you are unsure about an item, please do not bring it.
•LARGE packages, suitcases, carry-on luggage and other large parcels will not be permitted on the ferry systems or at Liberty and Ellis Islands.


but you can contact the National Park Service (http://www.nps.gov/stli/contacts.htm)to be sure.


By the way, just to be sure there's no misunderstanding, you say "pedestal." Are you aware that the interior of the Statue is closed for repairs? http://www.nps.gov/stli/parknews/liberty-island-to-remain-open-during-year-long-renovation.htm

From http://www.nps.gov/stli/faqs.htm

The Museum on Liberty Island, the Pedestal observation level and the Crown are not currently open. Visitors are still able to access the grounds of Liberty Island.

No tripods at ESB.

[edited: landing gear answered the statue question better than me]

Regarding the Statue, it seems unlikely that you can take a tripod. From http://www.statuecruises.com/security.aspx



The National Park Service, however, does not list "tripods" in this list (http://www.nps.gov/stli/planyourvisit/safety-and-security.htm):



but you can contact the National Park Service (http://www.nps.gov/stli/contacts.htm)to be sure.


By the way, just to be sure there's no misunderstanding, you say "pedestal." Are you aware that the interior of the Statue is closed for repairs? http://www.nps.gov/stli/parknews/liberty-island-to-remain-open-during-year-long-renovation.htm

From http://www.nps.gov/stli/faqs.htm

No I was not aware of that! It's really unfortunate timing! Since I can't go into the interior, would you say that I can still bring a tripod on to the island?

How much does it cost to get into the island? I forgot how much that ferry cost.

No I was not aware of that! It's really unfortunate timing! Since I can't go into the interior, would you say that I can still bring a tripod on to the island?

How much does it cost to get into the island? I forgot how much that ferry cost.
See the link LandingGear provided:
http://www.statuecruises.com/choose_tickets.aspx

No I was not aware of that! It's really unfortunate timing! Since I can't go into the interior, would you say that I can still bring a tripod on to the island?

How much does it cost to get into the island? I forgot how much that ferry cost.

See the link LandingGear provided:
http://www.statuecruises.com/choose_tickets.aspx

jerry a. laska referred you back to a link regarding the tickets that I already provided. Thank you, Jerry. In the same message was a suggestion to contact the NPS with a link provided. You will forgive me if I ask you to re-read that message.

jerry a. laska referred you back to a link regarding the tickets that I already provided. Thank you, Jerry. In the same message was a suggestion to contact the NPS with a link provided. You will forgive me if I ask you to re-read that message.

I'm sorry Landing Gear. I didn't realize the prices were in there as well.

US$17 for the ferry? Does Statue Cruises always have a monopoly on that route? I don't remember it was this expensive before! Are there any extra fees for booking online?

See the link LandingGear provided:
http://www.statuecruises.com/choose_tickets.aspx

Thank you Jerry!

I'm sorry Landing Gear. I didn't realize the prices were in there as well.

US$17 for the ferry? Does Statue Cruises always have a monopoly on that route? I don't remember it was this expensive before! Are there any extra fees for booking online?
From the nps.gov link provided to you earlier:
Please Note: Statue Cruises is the only authorized transportation concessioner at the Statue of Liberty. Private vessels are prohibited from docking.

See also:
http://www.statuecruises.com/choose_tickets.aspx

If you do a google search for photography, tripod, and statute of liberty you will return a number of links to photography websites and discussion boards that state that tripods either may not be taken onto the island (because of size) or if allowed may subject you to NPS paperwork and fees for commercial photography. You should probably contact the NPS as earlier advised by Landing Gear.

From the nps.gov link provided to you earlier:

See also:
http://www.statuecruises.com/choose_tickets.aspx

If you do a google search for photography, tripod, and statute of liberty you will return a number of links to photography websites and discussion boards that state that tripods either may not be taken onto the island (because of size) or if allowed may subject you to NPS paperwork and fees for commercial photography. You should probably contact the NPS as earlier advised by Landing Gear.

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I'm sorry Landing Gear. I didn't realize the prices were in there as well.

US$17 for the ferry? Does Statue Cruises always have a monopoly on that route? I don't remember it was this expensive before! Are there any extra fees for booking online?

The answer to this question, as well as all your other questions, can be obtained either at the websites cited to you over and over or from the telephone numbers contained on them.