New York Habitat has been counting down the top three Springtime activities in New York City and while it was difficult narrowing down the selection, we’re pleased to announce our # 2 pick: Walking across the Brooklyn Bridge. The bridge walk not only allows for magnificent views of the Manhattan skyline, but also of the East River, South Street Seaport and even the Statue of Liberty. The best part? It’s free.The bridge spans just over a mile, connecting the island of Manhattan to the borough of Brooklyn, and takes about a half hour to cross moving at a leisurely pace – although you’ll probably find yourself stopping for many photo ops along the way. The bridge’s elevated pedestrian pathway is set well above traffic and is open to both walkers and cyclists.
New York Habitat has tons of gorgeous apartments located in DUMBO as well as accommodations in the Financial District near the Brooklyn Bridge, so you can enjoy the bridge walk any time of day and perhaps more than once. Check out:
This stunning 3-Bedroom Loft rental (NY-5278) in Tribeca – Financial District – Battery Park. The apartment is just blocks away from the Brooklyn Bridge entrance and comes equipped with a private elevator, laundry facilities, hard wood floors, high ceilings and a gourmet kitchen.
This bright and spacious Loft accommodation (NY-10918) in Tribeca, located in a national historic landmark cast iron building.
Spring is here! Pack your walking shoes and gear up for a trek across one of New York’s most famous landmarks. And don’t forget your camera – the views are truly remarkable.
Have you ever walked across the Brooklyn Bridge? Share your comments with us.
Check out the top Springtime activities:
New York’s #1 Springtime Activity: Outdoor Dining.
New York’s #3 Springtime Activity: seeing the Cherry Blossoms .
Pictures From Francois Roux Photography
Yes I did during the strike in December 2005 for about 3 days round trip in a row. This is the reason why I remembered very my walk on the Brooklyn Bridge
I have never walked the Brooklyn Bridge but I have a few friends that did it during the blackout a few years ago. I would have loved to have that experience.
The walk on the Brooklyn Bridge definitely offers a great view of the New York City skyline. This is a great activity if you like to walk!
This is such a great idea! A group of friends and I did a walk over the Brooklyn Bridge at about midnight two summers ago. It was the best New york experience. We bump into a group of people having a party up there. The weather was magnificent and the view was spectacular, we stay there talking and talking, taking it all in until about 2AM.
I have walked the Brooklyn Bridge at least once every summer for the past four years. It is actually something I look forward to doing in New York every year.
That is a beautiful photograph of the Brooklyn Bridge and New York City skyline! Nice job!
When I was going to Pace, I used to walk the bridge, every chance I could get.