Manhattan Bridge

The first suspension bridge built on deflection theory, the Manhattan Bridge opened to traffic in 1909. The American Society of Civil Engineers named the bridge a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark. The bridge has been going under an extensive $834 million reconstruction since 1982.

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Phil Buckler

The best view on the DUMBO side of the bridge . Catch the ferry there in the summer and have lunch at Shake Shack or under the archway of the bridge , where you can devour amazing food truck food!

Citi Bike

Commute from Brooklyn to Manhattan (or vice versa)? Go by bike for an easy way to add more physical activity to your daily routine. There's convenient stations on both sides of Manhattan Bridge.

Paulo

Good for getting over the river . Kept us out of the water. Didn't feel concerned it would fail at it's bridging task the entire journey across. Good bridge . Doesn't go to New Jersey: a plus.

MsFamousMimi

Wonderful view of the Brooklyn bridge if you’re on the right side of the train doors

Patrick Salvi

Brooklyn Bridge gets busy, so the Manhattan Bridge is a good alternative. Spectacular views of the Brooklyn Bridge , Lady Liberty and Manhattan’ Skyline (do pick the South side of the bridge though).

Adam Palmer

A lot less busy than Brooklyn bridge and what's better is that you can see Brooklyn Bridge from it! Both meet very close Brooklyn side so walk across one and back on the other for the best time.

DoubleDeuce

I definitely recommend making an effort to bike the north side of the bridge at least once and to walk the south side of the bridge at least once. Both are great ways to take in the City .

Sankofa Tafari

If I lived under this thing I’d probably go Madd

Saif Dia

There's a separate side of the bridge for cyclists. Let them know if they're on the pedestrian path .

Baratunde

Not nearly as "beautiful" as its sibling, The Brooklyn Bridge , this piece of infrastructure gets the job done, which is to help convey you across a deadly river , so stop yer bitchin!

DUMBO BID

Historic Buildings , the Manhattan Bridge, and the Empire State Building in the distance: you can't leave DUMBO without taking in this iconic photo opportunity at Washington Street and Water Street.

Steve Rose

Don't want to jinx it but the walkways don't get dangerously and miserably crowded like the Brooklyn Bridge .

Yanique

Not as breathtaking as The Brooklyn Bridge but this is truly a beautiful & iconic piece of engineering.Rush hour traffic is hell! Enjoy the view and take pics if you can but don't check in & drive!

Alejandra Bonola

This bridge has a bike lane and pedestrian lane. Awesome if you want to enjoy the experience to see Manhattan or Brooklyn skyline!

Varun Shetty

If you're on the B/D/Q headed into the city , take a look out of the right side of the train 20 sec before getting on the bridge . Graffiti + tunnel poles = awesome flipbook art

Queen Merlyn (MJ)

I love this scenery! I love NYC! I was born to be a New Yorker!

Steve Dean

A much more peaceful walk than the Brooklyn Bridge thanks to the dedicated pedestrian path not shared with bikers. This bridge is a photographer 's dream -- try to count the holes cut into the fence!

The Corcoran Group

The B, D, N, and Q subways all cross the Manhattan Bridge - enjoy the above-ground cell service while you have it!

Ting

One of the ugliest NYC crossings to walk through but on the upside has a great view of Brooklyn Bridge at sunset .

Amy Cummings

The Brooklyn Bridge gets all the hype, but this is a hidden gem . Snag a really cool photo overlooking Broadway (look for the hole in the fence).

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 Manhattan Bridge connects Lower Manhattan with Downtown Brooklyn.The views are great from the water&classic New York graffiti touches along the roughly mile journey.More authentic , compared to others

Anthony Rallo

Great dedicated west & east bike lane on the north side of the bridge is much better than the Brooklyn bridge for fast rides and no chance for taking out a pedestrian.

Tim Julien

Mush safer for bike-riding than the Brooklyn Bridge , but not as picturesque.

City of New York

Construction on the Manhattan Bridge began in 1896. At the time, it was the longest suspension bridge in the world!

George Walters

Great views from the Q train coming from Brooklyn into Manhattan.

Joe D

Arguably the best bridge view in the city from the walking lane (south side of bridge ). Great as a running loop with BK Bridge too.

Kathryn D

Great views and easy pedestrian path .

Kimmie Ohh

The Manhattan Bridge isn't as iconic as the Brooklyn Bridge , but there are still beautiful views of the city from here ????

Sebastian

Around the middle of the pedestrian path , there's a couple little holes in the gate where you can stick your camera lens through for great shots. <3

nancita jones

Very pleasant pedestrian path . The incline isn’t steep. Wear comfy shoes . Spectacular view of lower Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridge .

nycHealthy

Make NYC Your Gym on your lunch hour by visiting the Manhattan Bridge! Take a brisk 1.3 mi walk for some mid-day physical activity. More on Making NYC Your Gym : http://on.nyc.gov/T6Gc9J

Andrew Furman

Walk across for some of the best views of lower Manhattan

Michael Discenza

Be sure you're on the walking side if you're walking..

Stephen Petrey

Solid bridge , solid views .

Scott Kleinberg

A beautiful bridge with a beautiful view and a lot less crowded than that other bridge next to it.

Karen

Beautiful bridge - sit by the water and enjoy it.

Eddie

Pretty bridge and usually fast with no issues everytime I go over it. It's nice to just open the window and take it everything driving into Manhattan the city that never sleeps.

Heba ????

Scenic view with manahattan on the back ????

Ada Dubrawska

Great view of Chinatown's East Broadway

Stuart

This bridge is overlooked next to its more stylish sister (Brooklyn Bridge ). But don't try to have a conversation when the subway trains are coming through!

Amarachi Restaurant

Amarachi Restaurant offers great views of the Manhattan Bridge and the food is super tasty!

martha denton

Take this bridge to look at the beauty of the Brooklyn Bridge . Sometimes you can see the Statue of Liberty.

VideoDanceTV

Pedestrians are WELCOME to cross the Bridge on same path built for them forever ago. Walkers have shared paths w/ bikers from beginning but NOW are being bullied by bikers who think walking is a crime

Pelin Güvenç Kefel

The subway that goes through here has an awesome view

Matthew Breuer

good bridge , rock solid

Naveeshini Nair

Beautiful view at night!

Louise de Paus

Waanzinnig uitzicht op Manhattan, Brooklyn, Brooklyn Bridge , Williamsburg Bridge en Statue of Liberty

Andres Martin

If you walk to Brooklyn take the right side to get a great view of the Brooklyn bridge and lower Manhattan

陳雄暉 弟兄

I think people would traverse this bridge even more if the Brooklyn side featured easier accessibility to eateries and shops.

Charles Petkanas

The views of the Brooklyn Bridge and lower Manhattan are outstanding however the chain link fence along the entire pedestrian path prevents any good photos.

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MTA Subway - Manhattan Bridge (B/D/N/Q)

Sunset is great over the water in winter. - Elizabeth Weinberg

Bridge
Manhattan Bridge Bike Path

A shame the bridge is under construction so you can't appreciate very good. But is still a nice view specially in a beautiful fall day. - Calila

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Manhattan Bridge North Plaque

Working across this or the BK bridge at sunset is amazing - Richardo Jackson