When is Governors Island Open?
Governors Island will be open from 7am-7pm on Monday, October 10 (Indigenous Peoples' Day), with ferries running on a Saturday schedule from Manhattan. Click here for all visitor info. Pumpkin Point, Governors Island’s annual free pumpkin patch and fall festival, returns to Nolan Park for 2022!
What days does the NYC Ferry run on Governors Island?
NYC Ferry’s Governors Island service operates Saturdays, Sundays, and holiday Mondays. NYC Ferry is separate from the Governors Island services which operate from Battery Maritime Building, Red Hook/Atlantic Basin, and Atlantic Ave/Pier 6 on weekends. For information about the Governors Island ferry services, please visit govisland.org.
How do I get to Governors Island from Brooklyn?
Weekdays and off-peak weekends (all year): Take the South Brooklyn route. For schedules, click here. Please note that the South Brooklyn route does not stop at Governors Island on peak, summer weekends. Weekends and holidays from May 23 – September 11, 2022: Take the NYC Ferry shuttle from Pier 11.
When does Governors Island come back to life?
In this article, we’ll provide you our best insider tips for the top events on Governors Island. After a long winter break, Governors Island comes back to life on May 1st. For just $2, the ferry takes you to this amazing and mysterious island from Lower Manhattan.
How much time should you spend on Governors Island?
There is quite a lot to do on the island and you could easily spend a whole day there. But with so much to see in NYC, three hours including travel time is more than enough to get a sense of the island. You might enjoy rent a bike and circling the island (a quick twenty-minute ride).
Do you need reservations for Governors Island?
Ticket reservations to Governors Island are recommended to manage capacity and ensure social distancing on ferries. Click here to reserve tickets. Masks continue to be required while waiting for, boarding, riding and disembarking all Governors Island ferries.
Is Governors Island open all year-round?
Governors Island is open year-round.
Is Governors Island open during the week?
When is Governors Island open? Year-round! The Trust for Governors Island has made it a year-round destination. It's open daily from 7am to 6pm, but this summer, Soisson's Landing is open until 10pm on weekdays and 11pm on weekends.
How much does it cost to go to Governors Island?
Weekend ferry runs every hour starting at 11 AM. All weekend ferry runs before 11:30 AM are free, otherwise round trip ferry service to Governors Island costs $2 for adults, $1 for seniors, children under 12 ride the ferry for free at all times.
How long is the ferry ride to Governors Island?
10-minuteIt's only a 10-minute ferry ride from either Manhattan or Brooklyn, but factor in your travel time to the ferry ports. How much are tickets for the Governors Island ferry? Roundtrip fares are $3 for adults, free for seniors, and free for children under 12.
Is it worth going to Governors Island?
A Great View of the Statue of Liberty Governors Island NYC offers breathtaking views of the Manhattan Skyline. But, it also has a wonderful view of the Statue of Liberty. You can pretty much have a picnic with an amazing view. This really is very unique that it's even worth the visit alone.
Can you sleep on Governors Island?
Collective Retreats offers unique, seasonal lodging on Governors Island, offering both full hotel-style service and premium select service accommodations as well as experiential dining. The retreat offers a full-service restaurant and bar open to the public as well as public green space and lawn games.
Can you see the Statue of Liberty from Governors Island?
From Governors Island, you can see the skyline of Manhattan, New Jersey, the Hudson River, Brooklyn Bridge and even the Statue of Liberty.
Can I bring alcohol to Governors Island?
Picnicking on Governors Island Visitors are not permitted to bring alcohol, but it can be purchased and consumed in specific areas.
Are there cars on Governors Island?
Governors Island is a walking and cycling island. Cars, motorcycles, and other motorized vehicles are not permitted. Exception: Motorized wheelchairs, etc. If you have any questions, please contact 212-440-2200 for more information.
Is there WIFI on Governors Island?
The Trust for Governors Island and the Mayors Office of the Chief Technology Officer announced today the launch of free, high-speed public Wi-Fi on Governors Island.
Can you walk around Governors Island?
The views from the island are stunning, and a trip affords a quick getaway from the urban canyons. Visitors to Governors Island can walk the 2.2. promenade around the whole island and enjoy access to the northern part.
Can I bring alcohol to Governors Island?
Picnicking on Governors Island Visitors are not permitted to bring alcohol, but it can be purchased and consumed in specific areas.
Can you see the Statue of Liberty from Governors Island?
From Governors Island, you can see the skyline of Manhattan, New Jersey, the Hudson River, Brooklyn Bridge and even the Statue of Liberty.
How do I reserve a grill at Governors Island?
Booking Instructions Select the date you are interested in using the drop down calendar at the top of the map. If a grill is available on that date, a green ' + ' will appear next to the available grill. Click the green ' + ' to select the grill. In the reservation pop-up, click the green 'Book' button.
The Easiest Way To Get Away
Governors Island is a 172 acre island in the heart of New York Harbor. It’s only 800 yards from Lower Manhattan, and even closer to Brooklyn. It is a world unto itself, unique and full of promise.
Daily NYC Ferry Service to Governors Island on the South Brooklyn Route
NYC Ferry now serves Governors Island daily, year-round on the South Brooklyn Route, expanding direct access for the Lower East Side and Brooklyn waterfront neighborhoods. For schedules, pricing and more information, visit ferry.nyc.
How much is a ferry ticket to Governors Island?
NYC Ferry tickets are $2.75 or by free transfer from any NYC Ferry route. All visitors who arrive at Governors Island by NYC Ferry are strongly encouraged to depart using NYC Ferry as the Governors Island provided ferry services will operate with a reservation ticketing system and walk-up tickets are not guaranteed.
Where is the ferry from Governors Island?
NYC Ferry is separate from the Governors Island services which operate from Battery Maritime Building, Red Hook/Atlantic Basin, and Atlantic Ave/Pier 6 on weekends. For information about the Governors Island ferry services, please visit govisland.org.
What is NYC Ferry?
NYC Ferry envisions a clean and clear future in New York City. Respect Our Planet is our adopted environmental program, in which we partner with other waterfront organizations to do volunteer work around the city as a way of giving back to the communities we serve. We promote environmental stewardship and through our efforts to minimize environmental impact we encourage staff and visitors to adopt green practices that will benefit the city of NY.
