Choosing Your Departure Point

Pros/cons of each departure with simple decision rules.

1/16/2026

10 min read

Choosing your departure sets the tone for the day. Pick based on transit, parking, and your appetite for lines.

Departure	Best For	Watch Outs
Battery Park (NY)	Central location, classic NYC day	Heavier lines at peak times
Liberty State Park (NJ)	Easy parking, quicker security	Less transit if you’re staying in Manhattan

With kids or cars, NJ is a stress saver. For a Manhattan‑only day, stick with Battery Park.

Kami menyusun panduan ini agar Anda mengalami Pulau Ellis dengan konteks, kepedulian, dan saran praktis — supaya sejarah ‘bernapas’ dan ‘bergaung’.