The Statue of Liberty was a gift from the French commemorating a long friendship between the two countries which dates from the American Revolution when the Americans were aided by the French. You can climb up Miss. Liberty, taking an elevator up 10 floors to a balcony which runs around the...

The Statue of Liberty was a gift from the French commemorating a long friendship between the two countries which dates from the American Revolution when the Americans were aided by the French. You can climb up Miss. Liberty, taking an elevator up 10 floors to a balcony which runs around the top pedestal or climb 10 more stories to liberty's crown.It costs only a few dollars to climb and upstairs there are gift shops. Be sure to allow yourself at least 2 hours for the hike. The Circle-Line-Statue of Liberty ferry from Battery Park runs every 30 minutes from 9:30am-3:30pm summer (winter hours vary). Ferry fare includes entry to Ellis and Liberty Island.

Even if they will open it again, the trip to the top isn't worth the money. You see little because the holes are really small. Just take the stairs to the first floor. If you just want to take pictures of the Statue and de skyline, take the Staten Island Ferry. It's free and you see everything.