Brooklyn Bridge Walking Tour
The 2.1 km stroll across the Brooklyn Bridge makes a great walking tour with unparalleled views of the New York Skyline
For a true Big Apple experience, spend a sunny afternoon strolling across the Brooklyn Bridge, one of the most iconic landmarks in New York City for over 125 years. Completed in 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge crosses the East River connecting Manhattan and Brooklyn.
The timeless beauty of its Gothic-inspired stone pylons and sweeping steel cables has inspired many, including Walt Whitman, Frank Sinatra and Georgia O'Keefe. the Brooklyn Bridge Walk allows visitors to follow in their footsteps for a unique vantage point to appreciate the breathtaking New York City skyline with unrivalled views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.
Starting your walk from Brooklyn offers a more dramatic perspective, while beginning in Manhattan may be more convenient. Departing on either end, the walkway offers 1.3 miles of outstanding photo opportunities, so bring your camera and plan on spending at least one hour. Remember to dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes; the wood plank walkway is not high heel friendly. Sightseers should stay within the designated pedestrian area and be mindful of cyclists.
There are no facilities or food vendors available on the Brooklyn Bridge Walk, but you can enjoy a treat of Brooklyn Ice Cream (1 Water St) or enjoy a world-famous slice at Grimaldi's (19 Old Fulton Street). On the Manhattan side, it is a short walk to South Street Seaport for a wide variety of dining options (Pier 17, Fulton and South Street).
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoAddress: New York, NY 10038, USA
Official Website: Brooklyn Bridge
Brooklyn Bridge Reviews
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Brooklyn Bridge in New York City is one of the most iconic and historic bridges in the United States. Connecting Manhattan and Brooklyn across the East River, the bridge is famous for its beautiful stone towers and impressive web of suspension cables. Walking across it gives you some of the best views of the New York City skyline.
The pedestrian walkway sits above the traffic lanes and allows visitors to safely walk or bike across the bridge. As you walk along the wooden pathway, you can enjoy stunning views of Lower Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty in the distance, and the Brooklyn waterfront. The architecture of the bridge itself is also fascinating, especially when you stand near the massive stone towers.
The bridge is open to the public at all times and there is no entrance fee. Many visitors choose to start their walk from the Manhattan side and continue toward Brooklyn where you can explore the Brooklyn Bridge Park area afterward.
Parking near both ends of the bridge can be difficult and expensive, so using the subway or walking from nearby attractions is usually the easiest option. The bridge can get quite crowded during midday, especially on weekends.
A helpful tip is to visit early in the morning or around sunset. The lighting during these times makes the skyline views especially beautiful and the walkway is usually less crowded.
Overall Brooklyn Bridge is a must visit landmark that offers incredible views, historic architecture, and one of the most memorable walking experiences in New York City.
Sahaj Parekh - a month ago
I did struggle to find the pedestrian access and missed the sunrise in the process.
But once I found it, the views were spectacular.
Early morning does the trick for fewer crowds.
E. - 2 months ago
Incredible views, I walked over Brooklyn Bridge with my Fiancé at 6am. The views of New York and Brooklyn were breathtaking! Of course had to go to Washington Street when in DUMBO to get the iconic photo of the bridge!
Konrad Clough - 2 months ago
Great walk over the bridge with great views over the BIG 🍏. Takes roughly 30mins at a slow amble. Well worth it. Get the subway to High street, Brooklyn, then 10 mins walk from there to the bridge. Would love to do it at night also, as we did the daytime.
David Haynes - 2 months ago
Since we visited in the tail end of summer season, it was very hot out this way as there is no shade covering. However, getting to walk out to the first pillars was an incredible experience. If we had more time in the city, we would absolutely have walked all the way Will keep in mind for future trips.
Emma Porterfield - 3 months ago
Directions
| Subway Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| 4, 5 or 6 | Brooklyn Bridge / City Hall | 2 minutes |
| N or R | City Hall | 5 minutes |
| A or C | High Street / Brooklyn Bridge | 6 minutes |
| 2 or 3 | Clark Street / Brooklyn Bridge | 9 minutes |
How to get to Brooklyn Bridge by Subway
From Manhattan, take the 4, 5 or 6 train to Brooklyn Bridge / City Hall and follow Park Row to Center Street (2 minutes) or take the N or R to City Hall and walk east across City Hall Park to Park Row, turn right and walk north to the promenade entrance.
From Brooklyn, take the A or C train to High Street / Brooklyn Bridge stop and go north on Cadman Plaza E, then left on Prospect Street to the stairs in the underpass (4 minutes) or for a more scenic, but slightly longer route take the 2 or 3 train to Clark Street, take the elevator to street level, turn left onto Little Henry Street, cross at Cranberry Street and take the path through the co-op houses. Continue across the street to Cadman Plaza West and follow the path through Cadman Plaza Park to Washington Street.
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