A welcome escape from New York City’s typical hustle and bustle will now be open all year — and just a short ferry ride away.

The 172-acre island in New York Harbor opened wide to the public in 2006 after decades as a military installation.

Governors Island starting Nov. 1 will be open from 7 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.

NYC Ferry service will be offered on the South Brooklyn Route during weekdays and non-summer weekends, in addition to the existing Pier 11/Wall Street summer shuttle.

(source: patch.com, picture: patch.com)