Which national parks are within a day's drive of Governors Island National Monument?

Within about a day's drive you can reach Federal Hall National Memorial (13 min), Castle Clinton National Monument (15 min), African Burial Ground National Monument (16 min), Lower East Side Tenement Museum National Historic Site (18 min), Stonewall National Monument (20 min), Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site (24 min).

Bridge over dry moat leading into a gated fort.

NATIONAL MONUMENT

Governors Island National Monument

From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City.

Photo: NPS photo / Michael B. Shaver / NPS

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OVERVIEW

About Governors Island National Monument

From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. Coast Guard from 1966 to 1996, continuing its legacy of national service. Today, Governors Island has transformed into a destination for art, culture, and public programs.

WITHIN A DAY'S DRIVE

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“Large crowd inside the rotunda of Federal Hall National Memorial”

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National Memorial · New York

Federal Hall National Memorial

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National Monument · New York

Castle Clinton National Monument

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National Monument · New York

African Burial Ground National Monument

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National Historic Site · New York

Lower East Side Tenement Museum National Historic Site

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National Monument · New York

Stonewall National Monument

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National Historic Site · New York

Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site

Driving times from Governors Island National Monument, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.

WHEN TO GO

Hours

Fort Jay Winter

Mon: Closed
Tue: Closed
Wed: Closed
Thu: Closed
Fri: Closed
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed

Fort Jay

Mon: Closed
Tue: Closed
Wed: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Thu: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Fri: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Sat: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Sun: 10:00AM - 4:00PM

Castle Williams winter

Mon: Closed
Tue: Closed
Wed: Closed
Thu: Closed
Fri: Closed
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed

Castle Williams

Mon: Closed
Tue: Closed
Wed: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Thu: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Fri: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Sat: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Sun: 10:00AM - 4:00PM

THINGS TO DO

Activities

BikingBookstore and Park StoreFoodGift Shop and SouvenirsGuided ToursJunior Ranger ProgramMuseum ExhibitsPicnickingRoad BikingShopping

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Getting there

During the summer public access season from May to September, the weather is typical of the mid-Atlantic region. Thunderstorms can come quickly with short downpours. There may be extended periods of heat or humidity that might last a week or more. The island is generally a few degrees cooler than the city due to the fairly constant breeze.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do at Governors Island National Monument?: Popular activities include Biking, Bookstore and Park Store, Food, Gift Shop and Souvenirs, Guided Tours, Junior Ranger Program.
Which national parks are within a day's drive of Governors Island National Monument?: Within about a day's drive you can reach Federal Hall National Memorial (13 min), Castle Clinton National Monument (15 min), African Burial Ground National Monument (16 min), Lower East Side Tenement Museum National Historic Site (18 min), Stonewall National Monument (20 min), Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site (24 min).