Spanning The East River Since 1883 - The Brooklyn Bridge

Built between 1869 and 1883, the iconic Brooklyn Bridge was the longest suspension bridge in the world, at the time of completion. It was the first roadway connecting Brooklyn and Manhattan. Designed by John A. Roebling.

Taking a walk across the National Historic Landmark should take anywhere from 30 to 60 minutes, depending on your pace. There is also a bike lane which was opened in 2021.

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One of the towers

The view of Manhattan

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Benches are there to rest or just take in the view

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The Brooklyn Bridge held the title of longest bridge in the world for 20 years, until the Williamsburg Bridge was built.

Looking up at one of the arches

When it first opened there was a toll of 1 cent for walkers, 5 cents if you were traveling by horse and 10 cents with a horse and wagon

The bridge was originally named Great East River Bridge until 1915

25 people died during the building of the bridge

The bridge was designed by John Roebling, but he died before construction began, and his son Washington took over as chief engineer.

When Washington became bedridden, he turned to his wife Emily who has been remembered in history as a pioneer of her time for her dedication and significant contributions to the bridge.

On opening day, Emily was the first to cross the bridge in horse and carriage

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What you should know:

• Starting in Manhattan or Brooklyn, there is no wrong way to walk the bridge.

• Walking stance is 1.5 miles.

• Crossing the bridge is free and it is open 24 hours, 7 days a week.

  There are no restrooms on the bridge.

• Take note that there are two lanes, bike and walking.

• Wear comfortable shoes.

Location:

• The entrance to the bridge on the Brooklyn side is Tillary Street and Brooklyn Bridge Boulevard or the Brooklyn Bridge underpass on the corner of Prospect Street and Cadman Plaza East (Washington Street)

• The entrance on the Manhattan side is on Centre Street or Park Row underpass.