Even though we got to the ticket booths quite early, we still weren't able to get admission into the statue's base. They just put up the 'full' sign as we were approaching the agent. It seems as though most people pre-register online for the few precious places. The day had started off grey, but as it was quickly clearing we knew that it'd be a fine day to venture out into the harbor anyway. Lady Liberty and nearby Ellis Island are both National Park lands. It was definitely worth it and hordes of other tourists appeared to think so too.
In the afternoon I had to find a couple of I-heart-NY t-shirts. We also dropped in to say goodbye to Piyatissa.