What's Free in NYC? The Brooklyn Bridge!

The Brooklyn Bridge is the perfect spot for taking inStand On One of the Most Recognizable Bridges in
great views, enjoying a pleasant walk, and spendingthe World
time outdoors in the big city. And best of all, walkingThe structure itself looks cool from afar, but the bridge
across the Brooklyn Bridge is completely free! It's oneis truly stunning to see up-close and in person. One of
of the best deals in New York City.the oldest suspension bridges in the country, the
The famous Brooklyn Bridge symbolizes New YorkBrooklyn Bridge was completed in 1883. The bridge
City, engineering progress, and romantic love. Makecrosses over the East River, connecting Manhattan
your trip to New York complete with a walk acrossand Brooklyn.
one of the most impressive bridges in the world. AndThere is something majestic about the Brooklyn Bridge.
remember to bring your camera. This photogenicThe stately structure is a longtime favorite among film
landmark is a great place for taking pictures.makers, photographers, and anxious young men
Spectacular Views of Manhattan and the New Yorkproposing to their girlfriends. It is easily recognized by its
Waterwaysvast web of cables that hold up the bridge deck and
It's about one mile from one end of the bridge to thetwo enormous masonry towers.
other. The walk is long but most will agree that theTip for the Crossing
experience is definitely worth the effort. See aFor the best views of the city, start in Brooklyn and
sweeping panoramic view of New York City includingwalk across the bridge toward Manhattan. To do this,
the Manhattan skyline and Governors Island. Downtake the A or C subway train to the High Street
below, boats and barges glide peacefully along thestation in Brooklyn. From the subway station, walk
river and underneath the bridge. Even the Statue ofnorth (toward the water) on a road called Cadman
Liberty can be seen in the distance.Plaza East. As you pass below an overpass that is
Another neat thing about the Brooklyn Bridge is thatthe start of the bridge, look for stairs on your left.
the walkway is raised up above the roadway. As theTake the stairs up to the bridge walkway. As you
cars and taxis battle it out below, you will be safelywalk toward Manhattan the view just gets better and
removed from the noise and commotion. And nobetter! On the Manhattan side, the City Hall subway
buses to block the view!station is conveniently located at the end of the bridge.