Suggestions for Bridge near Roosevelt Island, New York

Ricardo Daniel L. • August 28, 2017Less famous than bow bridge if has some great views as well. Gotta give a chance to every corner at this park.

ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ • March 17, 2021Historic Gothic-detailed one of several beautiful arch bridges in the park, noted for its prominent use of brick in its design. Definitely stop in to admire its beauty and take lots of photos

Mechel P. • July 23, 2013Love to walk over the bridge and enjoy the views of NYC

Ben R. • November 16, 2009This is the best East River bridge to bike over! Bike traffic is usually light, and the views are great.

New York Habitat • April 21, 2014An iconic bridge that connects Midtown Manhattan to Long Island City in Queens.

Maxwell N. • December 1, 2013Great bridge

Everton M. • August 18, 2013Good neighborliness, peaceful, beautiful people and great views.

KENNECTED • August 11, 2014Great place to relax in the park without having to go to far inside the park. Nice place to sit and enjoy the end of the day with someone special or friends and neighbors.

Eliane v. • April 27, 2013Taking in the city views, approaching Brooklyn, all wrapped in the beautiful pink paint of the Williamsburg Bridge. Best way to get fresh air in the hot summer days.

Dirty B. • August 10, 2014Really cool bridge with great walking path

Patrick S. • July 7, 2019Brooklyn 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).

L. T. • June 9, 2015A beautiful, wide-open field with fabulous views. Go for a picnic and bring your blanket and camera!

Zoe L. • April 27, 2016It's a great walk the trees are beautiful and so is the view of the water

Jem • July 13, 2011Best place to do some people watching in-between classes

Chris F. • September 15, 2011What I find so awesome about this place is how when one sits on it you can just can see the world at a glance. Manhattan is a big place but nothing beats the sight you get when you are here.

DUMBO BID • May 8, 2017Live at The Archway is a Weekly Cabaret Below the Manhattan Bridge — with free performances, interactive art experiences, beer and wine from our landlocked Lighthouse from June through September 2017.

Ruthie E. • August 20, 2018Cool urban ruin, close to the tip of Roosevelt Island which has a nice view of the city.

Madonna B. • May 5, 2013must see at night...beautiful

ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ • March 18, 2021Absolutely gorgeous bridge & one of the famous bridges in the heart of Central Park with a similarly beautiful view of the buildings overlooking the park. Check it out during the fall season; stunning

Ashley 🌵 • August 26, 2014For best photo experience: lay sideways on the edge (like pic below). Random strangers will try to nudge you and you may even get a few proposals! Haha... Fabulously beautiful bridge. Don't fall in.

Norman E. • August 31, 2011Gloriously devoid of tourists. Peaceful, tranquil, a still undiscovered gem with million dollar views.

thecoffeebeaners • September 24, 2011Take this bridge to Sweetleaf, the corner coffeeshop that serves revoluntionary Stumptown coffee!

Naif N. • May 4, 2019Nice place to visit

Jessie C. • September 20, 2011It is about a 10-minute walk from the tram and subway. Take Main St. for a slightly faster trip or walk along the East River for the views.

City of New York • January 14, 2013Did you know? This is one of only four remaining retractile bridges in the United States!

Amol U. • May 31, 2019Really cool way to kill a few hours hanging out or relaxing. A quiet, beautiful space in the heart of the city.