Governors Island National Monument Closed for the Season on October 11

The island will re-open for the season at the end of May, 2010. We look forward to seeing you then.

National Park Ranger led programs, special events, self-guided activities, lectures and the ferry schedule will be posted in the middle of May, 2010.

For more information please call 212.825.3045 Monday - Friday.

The information below is provided to help you make plans to visit when we re-open at the end of May, 2010.

Getting around:
Governors Island is a walking or 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.

Bike Rentals:

Cycling is a great way to see the island and if you own a bicycle, you are encouraged to bring it with you. You can also rent one on the island.  For the past two seasons, our partners, the Governors Island Preservation and Education Corporation, have contracted with the company Bike and Roll to provide bike rentals on-island, including the "Free Bike Fridays" program.

Please visit the Bike and Roll web site for more information from the 2009 season. 

Cycling is permitted all over the island except in designated areas.  Please dismount and walk your bicycle in the following locations:

Soisson's Dock
Fort Jay
Castle Williams
Nolan Park

Click here for a map of the island.