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  TOP 10 ELLIS ISLAND WEB SITES »

    Top 10 best Ellis Island web sites rated by the LoveToKnow editors.



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EllisIsland.org
The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation's website offers searchers a free source to look up historical records and search for ancestors. Study the Ellis Island timelines. Find out how to start your genealogy search. You can even search for alternate surname spellings.

Wall of Honor
Register a name to list on the wall at Ellis Island. You'll be able to purchase commemorative gifts. Get a certificate with registration to present as a gift, or buy photographs of the wall. You can also do a name search while you're there to see when your family arrived.

Ellis Island Immigrants
Learn all about Ellis Island History, discover which immigrants arrived when and find records. You may want to take a minute to check out the museum and the archives offered for visitors. The site even links to some foreign records for genealogists.

Ellis Island Novelty Flag
These flags are perfect for either flying on a pole or hanging on the wall for decoration. You can also purchase poles and brackets. The site even offers bumper stickers, charts, maps, key rings, magnets and several different pieces of clothing.

National Park Service: Ellis Island
Get Ellis Island facts and learn more about the history of the island as well as information on the nearby Statue of Liberty. Around 40 percent of Americans claim ancestors who arrived through Ellis Island, making this a family tree treasure trove. Be sure to check out the http://cf.ltkcdn.net/www/top10 of Ellis Island.

Ellis Island Tours
"Retrace the steps of your immigrant ancestors" in these one of a kind tours. The guide is Tom Bernardin, author and former tour guide for the National Park Service. You can also learn more about his book Ellis Island Immigrant Cookbook.

History.com Looks at Ellis Island
In depth look at the history of the famous island. Get a timeline of how the island started, when it was sold to Samuel Ellis and that Ellis Island and Liberty Island are actually separate. You'll also find a video gallery and shows on Ellis Island.

Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island Escorted Tour
It only makes sense to combine the two islands, since they are so close to one another. Not only will you get to see the great lady, but you'll get to learn about the "trials and triumphs" of immigrants as you walk through the Great Hall and wander Ellis Island.

50 Facts About Immigrants and Ellis Island
Offers some little known facts about Ellis Island and the immigrants she admitted to America. Learn insider secrets to getting the most from your visit to the island. Find out about immigration today. Immigrants no longer land on Ellis Island, for example.

Ellis Island/Liberty Island Ferry
Round trip on the ferry is around $12 and includes access to both Liberty Island and Ellis Island. Tickets for children are much less. Tickets can be purchased through various tour companies or the through the Statue Cruises web page.

Smarter Travel
Information on traveling smarter and getting the best deals. You'll find articles and editor's picks for good deals. Tabbed categories include subjects such as travel deals, a wizard that lets you compare prices between airlines and travel advice columns.

Liberty Tickets
Stature of Liberty and Ellis Island tours. There are many different ticket options, including a flex pass. Get a complete list of tours and prices, starting as low as $14.95. You can also view photos of some of the Ellis Island tours as well as other points of interest.

Ellis Island Virtual Tour
View a 360 degree virtual tour of Ellis Island. Get up close and personal with the playground that was built for child immigrants coming through Ellis Island. Hit the Shift key to zoom into photographs or pan over various areas. Eleven different photographs, including the Great Lawn.

Visit Liberty
Reserve Ellis Island and Statue of Liberty tours (most are combined into one trip) through this site. You'll also find resources on the history of Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty and a list of fun facts about NYC tourist locations.

Ellis Island Reenactment
Learn about the Board of Special Inquiry and how Ellis Island was run as immigrants flooded into America. You'll also view pictures of immigrants arriving, waiting and pleading their cases. Read new articles and get a complete list of current events.

NYC Trip
Offers the ability to reserve tours of New York City, including a trip to Ellis Island. Learn more about group travel discounts and options. Browse featured packages for the best deals or learn more about what is included in each travel package.

Oh Ranger
Check out the visitor services for complete information on planning your trip to Ellis Island. Learn about fees, hours of operation and tours. View an online map of Ellis Island. The "At a Glance" section offers in depth information about the destination.

New York Pass
The New York Pass helps you save money by admitting you to various attractions, offering a guide book and giving money saving coupons. You'll even have the ability to skip ahead in some lines. Get a list of savings or find out the price of a pass.

Wikipedia: Ellis Island
All the information you want in a single place. Find out about the history, the staff that ran Ellis Island and notable immigrants. You may also want to read about Liberty Island, get a list of museums in New York City and how to save Ellis Island.

Liberty Helicopter Sightseeing Tours
Once you've seen Ellis Island from the ground, take a gander at it from the air. New York City helicopter tours offer a breathtaking image of the scope of the city and the island. Get more information on specials and tour information, including prices.