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Whether you want to tuck into freshly–caught seafood, ride your bike while gazing out onto the city’s skyline or
get a front row seat to Niagara Falls, there
are plenty of isles to
visit near NYC.

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We rounded up 10 of the most interesting, exciting and downright breathtaking islands
in New York.

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1. GOVERNOR’S ISLAND

ANGELA WEISS/CONTRIBUTOR/GETTY IMAGES Once a former military base, this oasis is now a lush public space with activities for adventure-seekers, history buffs & chill types. [{ "selector": ".joqrz-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".msasp-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

2. ROOSEVELT ISLAND

BEN GABBE/CONTRIBUTOR/GETTY IMAGES The island offers visitors plenty of things to do, places to eat & ways to relax—all while being minutes away from Manhattan. [{ "selector": ".miird-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".fjgup-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

3. THREE SISTERS ISLAND

ANDREY SULITSKY/FLICKR Want a spectacular view of Niagara Falls minus the crowds? Check out the Three Sisters Island. [{ "selector": ".fmooa-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".bqqum-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

4. RANDALLS AND WARD ISLANDS

GONZALO MARROQUIN/STRINGER/GETTY IMAGES The island is home to a ton of recreational facilities, like the Icahn Stadium for track & field, golf center & batting cages. [{ "selector": ".qzfka-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".tqiqb-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

5. LITTLE ISLAND

ANGELA WEISS/CONTRIBUTOR/GETTY IMAGES Visitors here can experience live music, food trucks and open areas to unwind. [{ "selector": ".wlxrs-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".bmgdi-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

6. FIRE ISLAND

GESINE STROSS/CONTRIBUTOR/GETTY IMAGES This pretty destination is for the person who loves pristine beaches, nature walking and quaint shops at Ocean Beach. [{ "selector": ".rtnwr-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".xgbtr-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

7. HEART ISLAND

ONASILL/FLICKR While the beautiful scenery is one good reason to head over, it’s really the Boldt Castle that has tourists flocking to the island. [{ "selector": ".jrjeb-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".guqni-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

8. DARK ISLAND

JOHN CHAMBERS/FLICKR Swing on over to Singer Castle located on Dark Island. The landmark will take you on a quest filled with hidden passageways, artifacts & 20th century architecture. [{ "selector": ".upeii-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".sacbg-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

9. WELLESLEY ISLAND

NYS PARKS & SITES/FLICKR This large island is a must for campers, whether you’re experienced or a first timer. With about 432 campsites, you can’t go wrong with finding a spot. [{ "selector": ".iiafx-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".nkdei-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

10. ROCK ISLAND

KARL AGRE/FLICKR Another Thousand Islands favorite is Rock Island. Its star attraction—Rock Island Lighthouse —gives you a panoramic view of the St. Lawrence River. [{ "selector": ".nireq-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".kzzbd-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

to Visit Now

10 Islands in New York

Whether you want to tuck into freshly–caught seafood, ride your bike while gazing out onto the city’s skyline or
get a front row seat to Niagara Falls, there
are plenty of isles to
visit near NYC.

We rounded up 10 of the most interesting, exciting and downright breathtaking islands
in New York.

1. GOVERNOR’S ISLAND

2. ROOSEVELT ISLAND

3. THREE SISTERS ISLAND

4. RANDALLS AND WARD ISLANDS

5. LITTLE ISLAND

6. FIRE ISLAND

7. HEART ISLAND

8. DARK ISLAND

9. WELLESLEY ISLAND

10. ROCK ISLAND

for more local travel ideas visit

PureWow Travel

to Visit Now

10 Islands in New York

Whether you want to tuck into freshly–caught seafood, ride your bike while gazing out onto the city’s skyline orget a front row seat to Niagara Falls, thereare plenty of isles tovisit near NYC.

We rounded up 10 of the most interesting, exciting and downright breathtaking islandsin New York.

1. GOVERNOR’S ISLAND

2. ROOSEVELT ISLAND

3. THREE SISTERS ISLAND

4. RANDALLS AND WARD ISLANDS

5. LITTLE ISLAND

6. FIRE ISLAND

7. HEART ISLAND

8. DARK ISLAND

9. WELLESLEY ISLAND

10. ROCK ISLAND

for more local travel ideas visit

PureWow Travel

Whether you want to tuck into freshly–caught seafood, ride your bike while gazing out onto the city’s skyline or
get a front row seat to Niagara Falls, there
are plenty of isles to
visit near NYC.

We rounded up 10 of the most interesting, exciting and downright breathtaking islands
in New York.