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Liberty Island, until 1956, was called Bedloe's Island. When you debark the ferry, you'll walk past the concession building and towards a circular area with a flagpole in the center. Facing right, this is the magnificent view you'll see. Now, you could just take time to walk around the island but we're going right to the statue and get to the top!
Wow! Look at these lines! 2 lines form at either side and snake around to the front entrance. You have to wait on this line to climb the statue but not if you just want to take the elevator to the top of the pedestal.
Upon entering the base, you'll immediately notice this torch. It was the original which was replaced during the statue's major renovation in the 1980's. This base also redesigned at that time serves as the museum.

We'll visit that on our way down.
We start our ascent inside the pedestal. A staircase wraps it's way along the sides while an elevator is located in the center.

The elevator takes people to the top of the pedestal which has exits to outside platforms on several levels. This is best for people who may have trouble climbing or for people who do not want to wait on the long line.
We've made it past the first stage!

Now comes the tricky part. This corkscrew is a double staircase and you've got to watch your footing when you slowly climb on these small, triangular steps. It's definitely a good idea to wear sneakers or rubber-soled shoes on this excursion.
Look around at the fantastic iron skeleton which holds together the 100 tons of copper sheeting. Does it remind you of another famous large metal structure?

It was designed by Alexandre-Gustave Eiffel, famous for his Tower which a few people have seen in Paris!
Just a few more feet to go and we're at the top! You can really see the outline of the statue in the waves of hair at this part.
Click here to go to the crown!
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