THINGS TO DO IN GOVERNORS ISLAND

This is probably the only place in NYC where you can have a picnic looking at Lady Liberty. Yep, that’s right. tTrust me: you need to visit it!

Governors Island served as a military base for almost 200 years – from 1783 to 1966. After that, Governors Island served as a major United States Coast Guard installation until 1996. Following its decommissioning as a military base, it was opened for public use in 2005

GOVERNORS ISLAND

BIKE RENTALS

Governors Island is a car-free island, which makes it the perfect place to ride a bike! particularly love to ride a bike on Governors Island.  You can rent through CitiBike or Blaz­ing Sad­dles.

THE HILLS

This area has artificial hills up 70 feet above sea level, providing a 360-degree view. One of the hills has a lookout, with a view overlooking the Hudson River and the Statue of Liberty, and, of course, the view of the iconic Manhattan skyline.

HAMMOCK GROVE

Head to Hammock Grove to relax and swing in the Island’s iconic red hammocks. Kick back in peaceful nooks among the lush foliage of the park. You may even see the Statue of Liberty and the City skyline peeking over you!

AREAS FOR KIDS

There is an area with slides – Slide Hill,  that features New York City’s longest slide at 57 feet – and also a playground, perfect for the little ones to burn off energy.

QC SPA

This spa features gorgeous grounds with unprecedented views, relaxation rooms, themed saunas, and other incredible wellness experiences such as vichy showers, infrared beds, foot baths, hydro jets, steam baths and more.

MORE TIPS?

Check our complete guide about Governors Island to learn about other things to do on this amazing island!

Laura Peruchi

LAURA LIVES IN NEW YORK SINCE 2014 AND she IS DEDICATED TO CREATING CONTENT ABOUT THE CITY AND ALSO ABOUT living ABROAD.

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