Visitors can now travel to the island … Governors Island will open to the public Wednesday, and the city will offer free ferry service for NYCHA residents and community groups. Governors Island Reopens to the Public on July 15 July 8, 2020 NEW YORK (July 8, 2020) —The Trust for Governors Island announced today that Governors Island will reopen to the public with limited capacity for passive recreational activities on Wednesday, July 15, 2020. All indoor public programming, including in Nolan Park and Colonels Row will be postponed until at least August 31, 2020. One crucial difference: the ferry requires tickets ($3) bought online in advance. Looking ahead, the Island will be activated year-round with expanded educational, commercial and non-profit uses. Governors Island is Now Open Governors Island officially reopened on July 15, giving New Yorkers a chance to revisit the beautiful recreational getaway that resides in the heart of New York Harbor. July 17, 2020 • Parks Governors Island opened this past Wednesday, and other than the masks on the ferry, the look and feel of the place is much like old times. The High Line on Manhattan’s West Side will reopen Thursday, but with limited capacity. The island is open weekdays from 10a to 6p and weekends from 10a to 7p. Jul 17, 2020 9:32 am Governors Island is now open. NEW YORK CITY — Governors Island reopened to the public Wednesday after months of being closed due to the pandemic.

Tickets will … Governors Island, one of New York City’s most stunning, large open spaces, will reopen to the public on July 15th. 2020 Season Beginning July 15

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — A few popular New York City summer spots are about to reopen. Before visiting the Island, please familiarize yourself with our health and safety protocols.

Visitors are required to wear face coverings on the ferry and the Island, and must reserve tickets in advance here.

Visitors must reserve tickets in advance through a new ticket reservation system. Capacity on Governors Island ferries will be limited during the 2020 season to allow for social distancing. There will be no Governors Island ferries at Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 6 in 2020. Unlike anywhere else in New York, Governors Island offers peaceful settings with sweeping views of the Harbor, Lower Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty.