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Brooklyn Bridge

Brooklyn Bridge
NY's Oldest & Most Famous Bridge

The Brooklyn Bridge is the oldest and most famous bridge in New York. Over 100,000 people crossed the bridge on its historic opening day — May 24, 1883. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1964.

Today, it is a popular city attraction — and one of the most photographed bridges in the world. A star in its own right (and an iconic part of the New York City skyline), the bridge has been featured in many movies and TV shows — its pedestrian walkway was highlighted in a pivotal scene from the 2008 hit movie "Sex in the City."

Brooklyn Bridge, New York

Brooklyn Bridge is 6016 feet long and spans the East River, connecting lower Manhattan and Brooklyn.

125th Anniversary
The famous city landmark celebrated its 125th Anniversary on May 24, 2008 — fun festivities were held over Memorial Day Weekend to celebrate the bridge's historic opening.

Brooklyn Bridge - view from DUMBO

View of Manhattan Skyline from DUMBO (Down Under Manhattan Bridge Overpass) in Brooklyn

Fulton Ferry Landing is one of the best vantage points in the area for taking up-close pictures of Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan's stunning skyline.

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"Fun Things To Do"
Pedestrian Walkway
— Manhattan Skyline Views
Walk across the Brooklyn Bridge anytime of the year — it's FUN and it's FREE! And the Manhattan skyline views are absolutely spectacular.

A wide elevated pedestrian walkway is located in the center of the bridge — open to pedestrians and bicyclists.

Allow approximately 30 minutes to cross the bridge — more if you stop to take pictures.

Pedestrian Access to Bridge
In Manhattan, the pedestrian walkway is accessible from Park Row and Centre Street, across from City Hall Park, east of City Hall.

From the Brooklyn side —
Adams Street and Tillary Street intersection (pedestrians and cyclists), or take the stairs on Cadman Plaza East and Prospect Street (pedestrians).

DUMBO (Down Under Manhattan Bridge Overpass)

Grimaldi's Pizzeria
— Best Pizza in NY Area

Brooklyn Ice-Cream Factory

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