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Brooklyn Bridge

An activity in DUMBO & Brooklyn Heights, free to visit and worth about an hour. Best time to go: Morning.

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Brooklyn Bridge in DUMBO & Brooklyn Heights
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Why go

The 1883 bridge's raised wooden walkway is open to pedestrians around the clock; the walk takes about 30 minutes.

It is one of 7 curated places we feature in DUMBO & Brooklyn Heights, alongside 3 places to eat, 2 activities and 1 outdoor spot. 6 more of our picks sit within about half a mile in a straight line, so it pairs easily with Brooklyn Bridge and Brooklyn Bridge.

Type
Activity · Sight
Neighborhood
DUMBO
Price
Free
Time needed
1 hr
Best time
Morning

Nearby

Our closest curated picks, including 4 beyond DUMBO & Brooklyn Heights. Distances are straight-line, not walking or driving.

  1. 1
    Brooklyn Bridge

    1883 bridge with a pedestrian promenade over the East River.

    Sight · New York City · 0.0 mi straight-line
  2. 2
    Brooklyn Bridge

    1883 suspension bridge with a raised pedestrian walkway and Manhattan skyline views.

    Activity · Brooklyn · 0.1 mi straight-line
  3. 3
    The River Café

    Barge restaurant under the Brooklyn Bridge, open since 1977, with a five-course New Year's Eve dinner and live band.

    Food · 0.2 mi straight-line
  4. 4
    Jane's Carousel

    Restored 1922 carousel in a glass pavilion by Jean Nouvel, on the water between the two bridges.

    Activity · 0.2 mi straight-line
  5. 5
    Brooklyn Bridge Park

    Waterfront park on old piers with lawns, Jane's Carousel and skyline views.

    Outdoors · Brooklyn · 0.2 mi straight-line
  6. 6
    Juliana's

    Coal-oven pizzeria from Patsy Grimaldi steps from the bridge.

    Food · Brooklyn · 0.3 mi straight-line

On these curated routes

Brooklyn Bridge is a stop on our New York New Year's Eve route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.

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When to go: weather by month, based on New York City

Our climate figures for DUMBO & Brooklyn Heights come from nearby New York City. Average daily highs in New York City run from 38°F in January to 79°F in July; December is usually the wettest month. For Brooklyn Bridge itself, we suggest: Morning.

Modelled monthly averages for New York City from NASA POWER, not a forecast. New York City weather by month (covers DUMBO & Brooklyn Heights).

Getting there

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Coordinates
40.70570, -73.99640
Destination
DUMBO & Brooklyn Heights, New York

Brooklyn Bridge: quick answers

How much time do you need at Brooklyn Bridge?

Plan on about an hour at Brooklyn Bridge. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.

When is the best time to visit Brooklyn Bridge?

Our pick: Morning. Insider tip: Start on the Manhattan side and walk toward Brooklyn so the skyline is behind you for photos on the way back.

Is Brooklyn Bridge free?

Yes, we list Brooklyn Bridge as free to visit. Check locally before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.

Which TripsCircle routes include Brooklyn Bridge?

Brooklyn Bridge appears on New York New Year's Eve, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.

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