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National Parks of New York Harbor

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Manhattan skyline as seen from Governors Island National Monument
National Parks of New York Harbor includes eleven national parks, including seven within Manhattan alone. Photo: NPS photo

Hours

See this week's hours below.

Entrance fee
The Park Service lists no entrance fee for this site.
Phone
917-731-1997
Address
26 Wall Street, New York, NY 10005

About National Parks of New York Harbor

These 12 sites preserve more than 400 years of American history! We invite you to explore the past and investigate its relevance in our lives today. From the birth of American democracy to the evolution of commerce, harbor defense, ecology and immigration, the breadth of themes commemorated through the National Parks of New York Harbor reflect the richness and diversity of our heritage.

Hours

National Parks of New York Harbor Hours of Operation

There are twelve national parks in New York Harbor. Each park, and elements within those parks, may have different hours. Please be sure to check out the individual park webpages to learn more about operating hours for specific parks and park areas.

Monday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Changes to these hours

  • Thanksgiving, Nov 26: Closed
  • Christmas, Dec 25: Closed
  • New Year's Day, Jan 1: Closed

African Burial Ground Standard Hours

African Burial Ground has different standard operating hours than the National Parks of New York Harbor. African Burial Ground is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Changes to these hours

  • Veterans Day, Nov 11: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Thanksgiving Day, Nov 26: Closed
  • Christmas Day, Dec 25: Closed
  • New Year's Day, Jan 1: Closed

Getting there

For specific directions to each of the twelve national parks in New York Harbor please check their webpages. To get to our offices at Federal Hall National Memorial, please use the rear entrance located at 15 Pine Street, near the intersection of Pine Street and Nassau Street. This entrance is wheelchair accessible. The main entrance of Federal Hall located at 26 Wall Street is closed due to construction. it is highly recommended that all visitors use mass transit when traveling in NYC.

Weather

Check out the weather here for New York City: https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/new-york/10021/daily-weather-forecast/349727?page=0

Things to do

Arts and Crafts, Arts and Culture, Astronomy, Biking, Birdwatching, Boat Tour, Boating, Bookstore and Park Store, Camping, Citizen Science, Cultural Demonstrations, Dining, Fishing, Food, Gift Shop and Souvenirs, Guided Tours, Hands-On, Hiking, Junior Ranger Program, Kayaking, Live Music, Living History, Museum Exhibits, Paddling, Park Film, Picnicking, Road Biking, Saltwater Fishing, Saltwater Swimming, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Shopping, Stargazing, Surfing, Swimming, Theater, Wildlife Watching.

Source: National Park Service data feed, checked September 24, 2026. Hours shown are the Park Service's posted standard hours plus any date changes it lists. Official page for National Parks of New York Harbor ↗