Join OPEN Finance for a unique cultural experience: a guided tour of the historic Governors Island.
A landmark in the harbor, Governors Island is a popular seasonal destination open to the public May 1-October 31. For almost two centuries, the Island was closed to the public, operating as a military base for the U.S. Army and, later, the Coast Guard. Today, an award-winning new park is complemented by dozens of unique historic buildings, educational and cultural facilities, a rich arts and culture program, and a 22-acre National Monument managed by the National Park Service. Learn more about the island here.
Island Oyster, our lunch spot, pictured above right, is a one-of-a-kind summer destination that was recently nominated for a James Beard Foundation 2019 award for Best Restaurant Design. Featuring easygoing summer fare, a tropically inspired cocktail program, and panoramic views of New York Harbor and downtown Manhattan, Island Oyster offers "a true island experience" (CNN). It's "a sight worth leaving Manhattan to see" (Vogue).
Schedule:
11:00 am Ferry from Battery Maritime Building
11:15 am Guided tour
12:45 pm Buy your own lunch
7:00 pm Last ferry back to Manhattan - depart on your own schedule