Castle Williams
Tours every hour from 11:30 AM till 3:30 PM. About 30 minutes. Get some history in the round at the best-preserved circular fortification in the nation. On weekends the Castle is open until 5:30 PM with an additional tour at 4:30 PM.
Governors Is New York , NY 10004 United States
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Every hour (on the half hour) go to the Ranger table for tickets to the rooftop tour (which will be an hour later but there is plenty to do) on the weekend. It's worth it for the views of NYC.
Designed by Lieutenant Colonel Jonathan Williams it was constructed of sandstone with walls measuring 8 feet thick at the base. The castle was designated a City landmark in 1967.
The circular castle , designed by the head of the Army Corps of Engineers in 1807, was used as a jail for Confederate troops and AWOL Union troops during the Civil War. Read more on MetroFocus Read more
You can only enter the roof on a guided tour every hour. The last tour on weekend is 5:30pm.
Cool national park small but informative really nice views of the harbor and city .
It used to be a prision, good a nice view but still a prision. :(
More of a Fort than a castle
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This is where you catch the ferry back to Manhattan or just hang out and enjoy the view. - Cori Carl
Great service every time. Stupendous views of Manhattan. Cold drinks, solid menu. What more can you ask for? - Julian Ehrhardt
Great views in a cute spot. It's worth the wait to go to the very top! - Afi Yellow-Duke
The “Never Comes Tomorrow” installation is found here, just look above you. - Kimmie Ohh
Small space to sit and people watch, eat lunch or just be social outdoors - Blink2HappyDays
Beautiful views, interesting history, peaceful environment, so much to see and do. I will DEFINITELY get the season ferry pass next year! - Jenn Sith
The shrimp, avocado, mango salad over greens is fantastic. Great healthy choice for a break while bicycling. - Adam Lein
Highlights are relaxing on rocking chairs, and exploring the old bunkers. - Jeremy Wilcox
Category Landmarks and Outdoors » Castle
Place United States » New York » Governors Island