Suggestions for Pier near Governors Island, New York

Brea S. • October 30, 2017Beautiful park with tons of activity space.

Anthony R. • April 21, 2013Great areas of shade in picnic peninsula thanks to some sail/tarps.

Nate F. • August 30, 2014there's a nice lawn near the river beach for a little picnic or some frisbee

DoubleDeuce • September 4, 2018A great rooftop here for grabbing some sun or it's even available way out at the end of the pier as well. You likely won't be the only one out lounging.

Kimmie O. • July 26, 2020The Downtown Boathouse also offers free kayaking on Saturdays from mid-June to mid-September from 11AM-4PM at Pier 101

David V. • July 7, 2013The Brooklyn ferry leaves on the hour. The East River ferry service (which isn't free leaves every 45m

Cori C. • July 2, 2014This is where you catch the ferry back to Manhattan or just hang out and enjoy the view.

Daniel C. • August 9, 2015Perfect for a walk with your dog, reading a book at the end of the pier, showing visitors around something new and sweet view of the Empire State Bldg.

ᴡ E. • October 9, 2014Small pier with beautiful views and grass

Elizabeth • August 21, 2015Fastest embarkation I've ever experienced and we had an outstanding view of the Statue of Liberty.

William P. • August 24, 2009Relax at the N 5th pier with a full view of the manhattan skyline. Maybe even watch a sunset.

Matt M. • January 24, 2012Watch out for the homeless lurking around

Brian Anthony H. • September 17, 2010Hang out at this Brooklyn pier to get an awesome view of the Manhattan skyline.

NY Mets Katie ❤️⚾️✈️ • January 31, 2012I <3 the East River Ferry! $4 to get very quickly from Manhattan to the Williamsburg Waterfront music venue. Sweeping views of the bridges & the city.

Guru K. • July 14, 2015Nice and breezy ride in the summer. Has a beer bar. Manhattan skyline view is worth the 25 min trip!

Sara . • July 25, 2016Amazing views of the Statue of Liberty and governors island is great.

Mike K. • June 26, 2012Ikea has built some really nice paths and green space and areas to sit. Several of the piers have been restored. Gem of an area on the water.

Sam H. • October 20, 2013Probably one of the most beautiful, least busy spots in the city.

Remy M. • March 20, 2015Huge bar and restaurant right on the water. Former Fire Department boat house. Good food and cocktails

Kelsey✨ • July 21, 2015Authentic key lime pies. Grab a mini 4" pie and enjoy it by the pier

Jacqueline M. • September 9, 2015The views are so awesome here! Really incredible.

Nate S. • August 4, 2014Sit on the top deck for some great views of Manhattan as you head to the beach.

Mish K. • October 11, 2017The best views ever.

Kimmie O. • July 6, 2020Pier 2 has basketball, handball, bocce & shuffleboard courts. They also have fitness equipment & a roller rink.

NEREphotography • August 11, 2011A great trip for any photographer, check out the old buildings and Yankee Pier on the back side of the Island. Bring a bike or rent one for ease of travel around the Island. @nerephotography