New York Summer Spots | Governor’s Island (2)🏖️✨

Tips 🏖️✨ Sunset Viewing: The island is open until 10 p.m. during the summer, making it a perfect spot to catch the sunset. 🌇 Food and Drink: There are various food vendors on the island, or you can bring your own picnic. Just remember, no alcohol is allowed, but you can purchase it on the island in designated areas. 🍔 Must-See Spots Slide Hill: Enjoy the longest slide in NYC at 57 feet! It’s a fun activity for the whole family. 🎢 🏖️✨Hammock Grove: Relax in the iconic red hammocks surrounded by lush greenery. 🌿 Historic Forts: Explore Fort Jay and Castle Williams, which are open from Friday to Sunday and on holidays. 🏰 Getting Around Ferry Schedules: Ferries run frequently from Lower Manhattan (Battery Maritime Building at 10 South Street). Check the schedule to plan your visit. 🚢 🏖️✨ Accessibility: The island is fully accessible to wheelchairs, and there are accessible trams available from Memorial Day to Labor Day. 🚀 #NewYork #NewYorkWeekend #NewYorkLife #GovernorsIsland 🌟✨