Governors Island NY 11231

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Ali Cem ATALAR

????? Incredible views of Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty! Governors Island is the perfect escape from the city hustle — peaceful, scenic, and full of charm. Walking around the island, every corner offers stunning photo ops and unforgettable skyline vistas. A must-visit for anyone who loves amazing views and a relaxing day outdoors! ??️?

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betty pierre

Governor’s island is beautiful especially in the summer- the restored structures and events that happen are well curated. The annual poetry festival each summer is rich with writers, poets, a variety of vendors -bring a picnic lunch or visit the local vendors, smell the flowers, bike around the island, play in the soccer field enjoy the spa and resturant

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KHAIE

I visited Governors Island after some friends recommended it and booked us the QC NY Spa experience. Honestly, I’d never even heard of Governors Island before they mentioned it! We arrived at the Battery Maritime Building at Slip 7 just before 10 a.m., and the ferry line was already long. Pro tip: if you have a QC Spa reservation, the ferry is free. Boats run every 30 minutes, and the ride is only about 7 minutes, perfect for anyone like me who gets seasick, since it’s literally just across the water. With about 15 minutes to spare before our spa check-in, we wandered over to Castle Williams (aka the Haunted Fort). Built in 1811 as part of New York’s harbor defenses, it later served as a military prison and picked up a reputation for ghostly sightings and eerie stories. Rangers told us to come back at 4 p.m. for the historical artillery demonstration, where they show how cannons were loaded and fired back in the 1800s. Unfortunately, a heavy rainstorm cut our plans short, so we just lined up early for the ferry back. I was bummed we didn’t get to explore more of the island. I spotted food trucks and bike rentals that I’d love to check out next time. That’s okay though, it just gives me the perfect reason to come back and explore this historic and unique island a little deeper.