The Staten Island Ferry shuttles commuters traveling between Staten Island and Lower Manhattan, providing one of the world's best free harbor cruises. Mingling with tourists and locals alike, going to and from work, the Staten Island Ferry is a truly authentic New York outing. As you step off the boat in Manhattan, walk a couple blocks through battery park and get on another ferry - this time to go up the Statue of Liberty and into the Ellis Island Museum. You'll find that the statue is much bigger than you first imagine it, and also more popular. Just beside the statue is Ellis Island. Over 12 million immigrants entered the United States via Ellis Island as it served as the main gateway to the country ...
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