Post by New York University

It's a classic for a reason! This summer we're playing tourist in our own city (with a focus on historical sites) and we knew where we had to start. Beat the heat and learn something about NYC's past along the way! Liberty Island and Ellis Island: 🚇 Ride the subway downtown to the Battery, less than 30 minutes from Washington Sq. 🎟️ Get a general admission ticket, which includes boat rides to both islands and back 🗽 See NYC's most famous symbol and learn her story up close 🧳 Step into the shoes of generations of immigrants, and even look up your own ancestors ⛴️ Explore at your own pace (ferries run frequently) and spend the day on the water! Stay tuned for more hot history summer itineraries. 😎 📷 Photos by Tracey Friedman