What is there to do at National Parks of New York Harbor?

Popular activities include Arts and Crafts, Arts and Culture, Astronomy, Biking, Birdwatching, Boat Tour.

Which national parks are within a day's drive of National Parks of New York Harbor?

Within about a day's drive you can reach Castle Clinton National Monument (17 min), African Burial Ground National Monument (17 min), Stonewall National Monument (18 min), Lower East Side Tenement Museum National Historic Site (19 min), Ellis Island Part of Statue of Liberty National Monument (19 min), Federal Hall National Memorial (20 min).

Manhattan skyline as seen from Governors Island National Monument

National Parks of New York Harbor

These 12 sites preserve more than 400 years of American history!

Photo: NPS photo / NPS

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OVERVIEW

About National Parks of New York Harbor

These 12 sites preserve more than 400 years of American history! We invite you to explore the past and investigate its relevance in our lives today. From the birth of American democracy to the evolution of commerce, harbor defense, ecology and immigration, the breadth of themes commemorated through the National Parks of New York Harbor reflect the richness and diversity of our heritage.

WITHIN A DAY'S DRIVE

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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 Monument · New York

Stonewall National Monument

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National Historic Site · New York

Lower East Side Tenement Museum National Historic Site

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Part of Statue of Liberty National Monument · New Jersey

Ellis Island Part of Statue of Liberty National Monument

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National Memorial · New York

Federal Hall National Memorial

Driving times from National Parks of New York Harbor, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.

WHEN TO GO

Hours

National Parks of New York Harbor Hours of Operation

Mon: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Tue: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Wed: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Thu: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Fri: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Sat: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Sun: 10:00AM - 5:00PM

African Burial Ground Standard Hours

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

THINGS TO DO

Activities

Arts and CraftsArts and CultureAstronomyBikingBirdwatchingBoat TourBoat TourBoatingBookstore and Park StoreCampingCitizen ScienceCultural DemonstrationsDiningFishingFoodGift Shop and SouvenirsGuided ToursHands-OnHikingJunior Ranger ProgramKayakingLive MusicLiving HistoryMuseum ExhibitsPaddlingPark FilmPicnickingRoad BikingSaltwater FishingSaltwater SwimmingSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingShoppingStargazingSurfingSwimmingTheaterWildlife Watching

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Getting there

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Directions →Official NPS page →

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do at National Parks of New York Harbor?: Popular activities include Arts and Crafts, Arts and Culture, Astronomy, Biking, Birdwatching, Boat Tour.
Which national parks are within a day's drive of National Parks of New York Harbor?: Within about a day's drive you can reach Castle Clinton National Monument (17 min), African Burial Ground National Monument (17 min), Stonewall National Monument (18 min), Lower East Side Tenement Museum National Historic Site (19 min), Ellis Island Part of Statue of Liberty National Monument (19 min), Federal Hall National Memorial (20 min).