Remarkable for New York city’s skyline, The Brooklyn Bridge! 🙌 A architectural masterpiece that connects Manhattan to Brooklyn. This iconic Bridge, designed by John Augustus Roebling was the world’s largest bridge at the time of its opening in 1883. Make sure to visit the bridge, It is perfect for capturing memorable photos to bring home. We like to share other activities about the Brooklyn Bridge area besides just walking the bridge.
Explore the Surrounding Area of the Brooklyn Bridge
Once you’ve crossed the Bridge, you’ll find yourself in one of the diverse neighborhoods of Brooklyn, DUMBO (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass) this place lies just beneath the bridge. Dumbo was known as Gairville, an industrial area which comes from the numerous warehouses that still stand today. In the late 1970s, Dumbo was an affordable area with large spaces, many artists came here to settle. Now it is the place to be for artistic expression, cafés, art galleries, and trendy boutiques. Making it a great place to visit.
Visit Empire Stores at DUMBO
There is an old warehouse near the waterfront called the Empire Store. It is now used as a building that has shops, restaurants, and offices. It is a beautiful building that is worth visiting if you’re visiting DUMBO. The view from the rooftop overlooking the park, the Bridge, and the skyline is just breathtaking! Inside the building, you will find a large home store, various restaurants, and the Brooklyn Historical Society. You’ll also find theTime-Out Market, a fun food market that offers dishes from local eateries.
More Highlights & Activities
Beyond walking the Brooklyn Bridge, there are many other activities you can do in this area. You can ride a bike along the designated path to enjoy the refreshing breeze by the waterfront. Or maybe you like to relax in Brooklyn Bridge Park. This place is peaceful with large lawns, waterfront paths, sports fields and ofcourse an amazing view of the bridge.
Tip: Brooklyn Bridge Park hosts many events and performances all year !
