Suggestions for Government Building near Governors Island, New York

Alan M. • May 22, 2014This place is definitely an upgrade from where they used to be on Vessy street. The staff is friendly and helpful, I highly recommend this place to go to if you're looking to do any any genealogy wk

David M. • May 23, 2014The building is beautiful. I love the green and red up/down lights for the elevators.

Chirag P. • January 8, 2019It’s a beautiful building on the outside. It’s definitely worth it to stop by and taking a few photos.

Adam S. • December 12, 2019Incredibly fast and efficient way to sign up or renew, if you can get an appointment. It’s usually booked up months in advance, but keep checking, as people reschedule often.

Jeff P. • December 4, 2010Great period film location, if you can pierce the bureaucracy.

Arthur S. • March 28, 2011Be ready to wait up to 2 hours if you need anything here. Everyone works in slow motion!

Sam M. • May 16, 2013Come 20 minutes early at least — security checks can be long. Thursdays seems dedicated to newly minted citizens. Shorter lines, folks sometimes dress up for the occasion, somewhat emotional.

Doris C. • July 21, 2023The food is really good. Especially the place Seeds and Weeds! Also, keep your eyes open for anything out of the ordinary! 😉😉😉😉 Overall, the food is delicious! Yum yum! Enjoy!!!

Giulia P. • June 23, 2015Great for large events. The exposed brick, high ceilings, and chandeliers create an inspiring ambiance and the open area in the back is great for chatting

Sheena • December 24, 2017Historic gem! Even the bike room is woolworthy, ha ha

Mercedes G. • December 26, 2015A must if you are a Friends fan.

Kelsey✨ • October 25, 2018Large space, lots of open tables, good for working

Chad C. • January 31, 2015Great way to take in the whole city. We went on a Friday at 1pm and there was no line. Staff are very helpful and courteous.

Dave L. • March 2, 2020The super awesome location is very friendly and informative as well as super helpful by the way

Vaughn H. • February 15, 2013This is the entrance to the best ferry in NYC. Governor's Island is open on the weekends & somehow a beautiful secret in the city. Ample green space with quaint old shops and a special hot dog stand.

Norman E. • February 22, 2011If you'd really like to see what the view looks like from the top, make an appt with one of the dentists on the top floors. Get a cleaning and enjoy the view.

Erin R. • July 13, 2016Spacious. Elevator banks are wonderful! Makes the trip to the third floor from the top at the beginning and end of the day much quicker.

Brittany K. • April 11, 2014I love seeing the BFA exhibitions each week and the work the students are creating, and the receptions always have great wine and cheese options! What's not to love?

Michelle R. • May 9, 2011The bathrooms are sometimes gross.

Michelle R. • May 4, 2011Clean and very quiet...quiet deserted

Joel D. • October 28, 2010Stop foursquaring and do your work! LoL

Nate F. • July 30, 2021allegedly the tallest blank wall in the world (those are ventilation shafts not windows)