When you think of New York several things come to mind; one of these things more often than not is, the Brooklyn Bridge. If you have yet to have the chance to experience New York and the great city it is best known for, you are missing out on one of the best experiences of your life. New York, also known as the “Big Apple”, is the mecca state of excitement and much more.
As a tourist, I have always believed that in this great country of ours, New York City is the place to be, at any given time of the year; to visit and take in the attractions such as the Brooklyn Bridge. The creation of this beautiful piece of living art began in 1870 and completed in 1883; one of the oldest suspension bridges known in the US, the Brooklyn Bridge has been one attraction that draws in the crowds each day. The size of this famous bridge, it spans across the East River at nearly 1600 feet; the Brooklyn Bridge was also the longest bridge until the year 1903.
The Location of the Brooklyn Bridge and Nearby Subways to the Brooklyn Bridge
Connecting lower Manhattan and Brooklyn, the Brooklyn Bridge gives access to the pedestrian walkway in two ways; the first one coming from Brooklyn at Tillary Street and Adams Street or by a staircase located on Prospect Street between the Cadman Plaza East and West. In Manhattan you can access the Brooklyn Bridge near City Hall Park at Park Row and Centre Street. Aside from the foot traffic, the ease of access to the Brooklyn Bridge is highly regarded as an experience that is unlike any other.
In order to walk across the Brooklyn Bridge from Manhattan, you can take the 4/5/6 to the Brooklyn Bridge at City Hall, or if you rather you can travel from N/R to City Hall; and the last option would be the 2/3 to Park Place.
In order to walk across the Brooklyn Bridge from Brooklyn, you can take the A/C to High Street or the 2/3 to Clark Street; either way, the access to the bridge is not very difficult. More than anything, it will be the foot traffic you will have maneuver. Also take note of the hours and admission.
The Brooklyn Bridge is open 24 hours. There is no charge for walking across and no toll if driving. You can find more information at the Brooklyn Bridge Official Website by visiting, http://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/bridges/bridges.shtml#brooklyn
Let me tell you about the Brooklyn Bridge
There is so much for you to learn about the Brooklyn Bridge; more than anything the experience of walking across this iconic bridge. This historic monument has been a part of New York City since 1883, it is the most used of New York’s East River bridge crossings; with its highly talked about views and architectural features of the Neo-Gothic Towers. The traffic pattern alone at either end of this bridge is a boardwalk unlike any you will ever see. Do not forget to bring your camera; this experience, for many, only happens once in a lifetime.