Governors Island sits just across from Brooklyn at the Southern tip of Manhattan Island.
Guests can enjoy tree-lined grassy expanses and explore colonial brick buildings. The island has restaurants, clubs, and campgrounds on it as well, making it an easy place to go for an afternoon or overnight.
Earthology365 rounds up 10 of the most historic villages around the world that still are not only livable but happen to be stunningly beautiful as well.