I see some problems here.

Precisely how do you plan on getting to Battery Park "directly from the airport"? Which airport is it that you are coming into?

Where were you planning on eating breakfast?

Just how early were you planning on leaving the unnamed "airport" that you would beat all that rush hour traffic and be at the Battery by 8:00?

Are you travelling without luggage? If you are coming from the airport, you certainly can't take suitcases to the Statue of Liberty.

Precisely what are you going to do for half an hour on the sidewalk outside the Stock Exchange? It's not as if visitors are allowed in the building, you know.

Are you just going to look at the Brooklyn Bridge, or walk it? And if you are going to walk it, in which direction? And just how much walking do you expect a two year old to do, anyway?

What do you want to do at the South Street Seaport? Why not go there from Wall Street, as it is on the way to both the WTC and the Brooklyn Bridge.

And do you REALLY have no luggage at all????

So far, very little of your trip makes much sense.

Hi,

I should give more detail on it.

Yes, We won't have much luggage/suitcase. We will be carrying two bagpacks and one stroller for my baby.

I am reaching JFK at 6:00 AM by Delta from California. We are planning to take a CAB directly to Battery park. I don't have much time, so can't check-in hotel in the morning. Yes, it is bit hectic, but we have aleady done such trip before. Can't we have some place to take breakfast near Battery park? We don't have any special food fasination and can take almost anything.

I don't know what are left worthy seeing and what we can skip (among what we have mentioned) by taking suggestion from board.

In Wall street, we just want to roam around in NY streets, take some snaps. But if it is not worthy or Liberty itself takes more time, we can skip that also. South st sea port is intended for shopping only, but again optional.

Ohh..yes, we have plan to walk on brooklyn bridge from Downtown side. We can go around mid-way and then come back...But is there any good vista point, where from I can get good view of Brooklyn bridge?

I don't think you will be even be able to take an overnight bag to the SOL. Security is very tight.

Something about this post makes me suspicious...........but, that's just me.

And BobbyC is right - no luggage allowed through SOL security.

Poppa

Is there any way that I can put my bags deposited in security and can take it back while returning....

Otherwise, we need to shif Day-1 to Day-2 and day-2 program to Day-1. We will start from Times Square hotel in Day-2 morning and reach the ferry security with my camera only?..BTW, is stroller allowed or this needs to be back to hotel?

From the National Park Service (the SOL is part of the NPS)

LARGE* packages, backpacks, suitcases, carry-on luggage and other large parcels will not be permitted on the ferry systems or at Liberty and Ellis Islands. *(Anything that cannot fit into a standard plastic milk crate).

Visitors and their belongings are subject to inspection. The National Park Service appreciates your patience and understanding of these procedures and the additional time that may be required.

Please note that there are no locker storage facilities at the ferry terminals. Lockers, for small items, are available at Liberty Island. Backpacks, strollers, parcels etc. will not be allowed inside the monument. (cameras, handbags, and small personal items are exempt). Please keep in mind that there is no eating, drinking, or smoking inside the National Monument.

A "Monument Pass" is needed to enter the monument. All visitors with a time pass must pass through secondary screening on Liberty Island before entering the monument. The "Monument Pass" holders will be able to enter the Museum Gallery and visit the top of pedestal. There is no access above the pedestal level. Time passes are available free from the ferry company with the purchase of a ferry ticket. You can order advance tickets by calling the ferry company at: 1-877-LADY-TIX (1-877-523-9849 or on-line.

Thanks Bobby for your reply.

**Backpacks, strollers and large umbrellas are not permitted in the Monument.**

Can we take backpacks and strollers to the island by boat BUT NOT inside the monument?

That's what it sounds like.

Maybe give them a call or send them an email

If you have any questions regarding security procedures, please contact the park in writing prior to your visit at: National Park Service, Statue of Liberty National Monument, Liberty Island, NY, NY 10004, Attn: Division of Interpretation & Visitor Services; or e-mail.

General Information: 212 363-3200

www.nps.gov/NER/sendmail.htm…

I just talked to them and as per them, Strollers and backpackas are OK to boats if the size is resonable.

Thanks for being patient with me.

Please help me regarding the other part/question of the trip, how much time we can expect over there in ferry, security etc.