Manhattan Bridge

A really great walk back from Brooklyn to Manhattan, this isn’t as clean tidy and tourist prepared as the Brooklyn bridge is. But it is a much quieter walk back, with no stalls trying to sell you things or lots of people all grabbing photos in front of you. The views are as impressive as the Brooklyn bridge all be it not as easily taken due to the wire fencing. A great walk on a nice day, if you want a more relaxed and quiet walk back definitely give the Manhattan bridge a go.

Beautiful urban views and less crowded than Brooklyn Bridge The Manhattan Bridge offers stunning views of the NYC skyline, Brooklyn Bridge, and East River—especially during sunrise or sunset. It’s a steel suspension bridge connecting Chinatown in Manhattan to DUMBO in Brooklyn, perfect for walking, biking, or photography without the heavy crowds you’ll find on the Brooklyn Bridge. 🕒 Best time to visit: Morning (before 10 AM) for peaceful walks and soft lighting. Golden hour (just before sunset) for incredible skyline views and photo ops. 🚶‍♀️ Pedestrian entrance: From Manhattan: Canal Street & Bowery (Chinatown side) From Brooklyn: Near Washington Street in DUMBO 🚴‍♂️ Bike lane and subway lines (Q, B, D, N) also run across the bridge. Ideal for anyone wanting a more local, authentic NYC experience with postcard-worthy views.

A raw, underrated NYC gem with unbeatable skyline views! The Manhattan Bridge offers one of the most authentic and breathtaking walks in New York City. While it doesn’t get the same tourist buzz as the Brooklyn Bridge, it delivers amazing views of the Brooklyn Bridge itself, the East River, and the Manhattan skyline — especially during sunset. The pedestrian and bike paths are separate, making it a calmer, more local experience. You’ll feel the rumble of the subway trains passing by, which adds to the gritty charm. The bridge connects Chinatown to DUMBO, so you can enjoy great food and photo ops on either end. Highly recommended if you want less crowds and more real NYC.

Stunning view from it, but actually at least 3 hours spent for walking near to subway and rusty metal. Subway view is kind good too, so just firstly take a ride and then decide, do you really need to walk here, or Brooklyn bridge will be enough

The Manhattan Bridge offers one of the most recognizable views in New York, especially from Washington Street in DUMBO, where the Empire State Building aligns perfectly in the bridge’s arch. It’s a popular spot — often crowded with tourists and photographers — but you can still catch quieter moments early in the day or on weekdays. The bridge itself has a raw, industrial character, with subway trains rattling overhead and wide paths for walking or cycling. It’s not as polished as the Brooklyn Bridge, but that’s part of its appeal — real, lived-in, and very New York.

Took a tour boat under the Manhattan Bridge on a chilly, rainy day, and it was unforgettable! The bridge loomed above, its steel frame cutting through the misty drizzle, looking both majestic and moody. The cold air bit my face, but the boat’s gentle sway and the city’s skyline shimmering through the rain made it magical. A unique way to see NYC’s grit and beauty—bundle up and go for it!

The Manhattan Bridge is a fantastic spot for anyone looking to experience a different side of New York City. Unlike the more famous Brooklyn Bridge, the Manhattan Bridge offers a quieter, more local vibe with equally impressive—if not better—views of the skyline, the Brooklyn Bridge itself, and even the Statue of Liberty on clear days. The pedestrian walkway is on the south side of the bridge and runs alongside the subway tracks, which adds a unique, urban energy to the walk. Just be prepared for some noise from passing trains and traffic. The walk across the bridge takes about 20 to 30 minutes and is usually much less crowded than the Brooklyn Bridge, making it perfect for those who want to enjoy the scenery in peace. The bridge is a bit gritty, with some graffiti and worn fencing, but this raw, industrial charm is part of its appeal. You’ll find some of the best photo opportunities here, especially the classic shot of the bridge framed by buildings in DUMBO—don’t miss the view from Washington Street and Water Street. The Manhattan Bridge connects Chinatown in Manhattan to Downtown Brooklyn, with easy access to both neighborhoods and great spots to explore before or after your walk. Whether you’re a photographer, a local, or just someone seeking a less touristy NYC experience, the Manhattan Bridge is absolutely worth a visit. Bring comfortable shoes, a camera, and enjoy a side of New York that feels both authentic and iconic. Highly recommended!

Walking the Manhattan Bridge gives you stunning sights of the Brooklyn Bridge, East River, and NYC skyline. It feels more local and less touristy, with a raw, urban vibe. You’ll hear the subway rumble by and see the city from a different angle. Perfect for photographers or anyone wanting a quieter, authentic New York walk

Per Wikipedia: "The Manhattan Bridge is a suspension bridge that crosses the East River in New York City, connecting Lower Manhattan at Canal Street with Downtown Brooklyn at the Flatbush Avenue Extension. Designed by Leon Moisseiff, the bridge has a total length of 6,855 ft (2,089 m). The bridge is one of four vehicular bridges directly connecting Manhattan Island and Long Island". I got to both see this beautiful bridge when I did a river tour as well as going over it when I did a bus tour. It was so cool to get to do this with my family. You gotta do the touristy things when your here right?

The Manhattan Bridge is one of the bridges that connects two boroughs in NYC, Manhattan and Brooklyn. It offers transportation for vehicles, the subway, and bicycles/pedestrians. While in Chinatown, my boyfriend and I decided to look for the Manhattan skyline viewpoint, which is located on the pedestrian path. The pedestrian path is on one side of the bridge, while the bicycle is on the other. Beware though, there are bicyclist that rode on the pedestrian path, and there are many runners that take this route. The bridge is quite long, at over 2 miles. It took us almost 40 minutes to walk across, with stopping periodically to take some pictures. Since it is quite long, make sure you are dedicated to the trek, because once you're in it you either turn back around or push through. It was quite empty on the bridge, with folks walking by at some points but mostly you're by yourself. This makes it a little spooky, especially at times when the subway runs by, the whole bridge shakes and is very loud. You are also caged in so it's pretty safe while walking. There are a few holes in the fence I think created by passerby's at pretty view points. Although the journey was long and my boyfriend and I were quite exhausted by the end, it offered breathtaking views of the city and Brooklyn Bridge, that are worthwhile. Plus, we got to explore Dumbo in Brooklyn afterwards. Overall do this if you want a challenging adventure with unique views of the city.

My friend and I were walking off our heavy lunch and decided to walk across this bridge. I don't remember ever walking before and if i did it was years ago. We were shocked how empty it was. We enjoyed that there wasn't alot of bikes on the pedestrian side. The walk across seemed long and a bit desolate. lol. We both agreed the views from the Brooklyn Bridge were much nicer and livelier. The breeze felt nice as we strolled and took in the scenery behind the mini gates. T The noise from the train is loud but hey were in nyc. I would definitely recommend this walk for someone who's never done it. However, I'll stick to the Brooklyn Bridge next time.

Grading on a curve with a comparison to the Brooklyn Bridge, for a pedestrian exploring the city the best feature for the Manhattan Bridge it to get nice picture and views of the Brooklyn Bridge as long as you can find the few spots in the fence that are cut open so you have a clear view of brooklyns bridge. Manhattan is actually kind of an eye sore with all the graffiti but be fair its main purpose isn't for pedestrian site seeing, it's meant to get cars and trains over to Brooklyn. Manhattan looks nice from a far to photograph if you're riding the ferries or down at Brooklyn bridge park. But actually walking across isn't really something that's explore worthy.

The Manhattan Bridge is a suspension bridge that crosses the East River in New York City, connecting Lower Manhattan at Canal Street with Downtown Brooklyn at the Flatbush Avenue Extension. Leon Moisseiff designed the bridge, which has a total length of 6,855 ft. The bridge is one of four vehicular bridges directly connecting Manhattan Island and Long Island; the nearby Brooklyn Bridge is just slightly farther west, while the Queensboro and Williamsburg bridges are to the north.

My wife and I spent time at a nice lookout on the Dumbo side of the Brooklyn and Manhattan bridge. There's a carousel, paved pathways, benches, and lots of green spaces to sit and enjoy. It was a great way to spend a few hours in Dumbo on a Wednesday afternoon and it wasn't too busy. We didn't have the energy to actually walk across the bridge so this was perfect. If you're already here and get hungry, check out the Timeout food market on the Dumbo side of the bridge!

This bridge was great, but if you only have time to walk across one, I would choose the Brooklyn Bridge. The reason is that there is more activity and vendors and things to see. We walked from Manhattan to Brooklyn and enjoyed it very much. However, if you are looking for a more peaceful walk, this bridge is for you. There is a subway that runs across this bridge and the pedestrian side is on the side toward the Brooklyn Bridge. I liked that we could take pictures of the Brooklyn Bridge because of this. There is a separate bike path on the other side of the bridge, but we still encountered many bicyclists on the pedestrian side.

Say hello to the other child that's not spoke of as much as the Brooklyn bridge. This is a suspension bridge that crosses the East River. Pedestrians are able to run, walk or bike on the sides of the bridge. You also can get a decent view of the Brooklyn bridge as well. Oh and did I mention...there's NO FEE to cross the bridge. Crazy fact is when you visit the bridge, you may have noticed a sway in the bridge. It is one of the engineering mistakes made during construction. It owes its fault due to the later additions of outside seven lanes and four subway tracks. When trains cross each other in parallel, it takes a dip four feet to the south side and the other four feet to the north. It creates a deflection of eight feet in total. All in all I have been able to get over this bridge safely for years!! So cheers to that!

Walking the Manhattan Bridge is not the same as walking the Brooklyn Bridge. The good thing abut Manhattan Bridge is that you can take a nice photo of the Brooklyn Bridge from far away. You can see the Brooklyn bridge from the Manhattan Bridge. The way the Manhattan Bridge was built it was not meant for tourist to walk on and take photos. The Manhattan Bridge connects Brooklyn and Manhattan of course from the name. The entrance to the bridge is in Chinatown and the other end is Dumbo. When walking on the Bridge, you will notice a lot of graffitis. Also when you are walking across, you are walking beside the lower deck of the bridge on the side of the Subway tracks. It can get really annoying and super loud each time the train come passes by. It is also not that scenic to take photo of being on the bridge because of the fences on the sides. I suggest the Brooklyn bridge over the Manhattan bridge if you want great photos.

Loved walking across this bridge at night! There is such a beautiful view of Manhattan (FiDi specifically) and the Brooklyn Bridge as you go across. There is a chain link fence along the side, so it obstructs your view a bit, but there are places where there are holes along it so you can get some cool pics. The train goes across the bridge so sometimes it's loud as you are walking along, but not all the time. Would definitely recommend going across at night to see all the beautiful city lights.

As a pedestrian, you get a great view to the South East of the Brooklyn Bridge and both Manhattan and Brooklyn. The hill isn't too steep and there are no stairs. The F train at York is close to the Brooklyn end, but it's not at all well signed. On the Manhattan end, you can enter from a few minutes walk of A, F, B, D, Q, N, R, W, J, Z, 4 5 6... As a cyclist, take the bike side with the north view. Don't be that jerk trying to bike on the pedestrian side. It's steep but doable, no stairs. The trains are loud!

This is a blue one! I like the park around the bridge in Brooklyn, especially this location from "Once upon a time in America ".

The infamous Manhattan Bridge, the less popular sibling to the Brooklyn Bridge. Drove over it and let me tell you: there is ALWAYS traffic. Though today it wasn't that bad. It is very scenic to see the other bridges as you drive past. People do not know how to turn on their turning signals so per usual be mindful when driving. It is great if you're the passengers and able to sight-see. If you walk over it, it isn't too bad in my opinion. I've walked it at night with a friend and there wasn't anyone there besides people biking every so often. It is a great walk over into Brooklyn from Chinatown.

Crossing the Manhattan Bridge is one of the best joys of being in New York... tourist or non-tourist, by subway or by foot. By car is just a complete and utter nightmare. Like its sisterly bridges, the Brooklyn Bridge and Williamsburg Bridge, the Manhattan Bridge crosses the East River and connects with downtown Brooklyn. It was constructed in the early 20th century, opening in 1903. While not as extravagant as the Brooklyn Bridge, the Manhattan Bridge has a whimsical feel as you cross it, and the views you get are absolutely spectacular. To cross the Manhattan Bridge by subway, you need to take the B, D, Q, or N trains, with the B providing only weekday service. The rest of the trains can get you into Coney Island in about a half hours time from lower Manhattan, or 45 minutes or so (barring delays) from Midtown. If you spend any quality of time in the city, definitely block out some time and cross this bridge. It is quite an amazing experience you will never forget.

Makes for a great photo. I won't give away the street name but a few simply searches should help you find it. =) I was glad to have finally been able to go here. I was supposed to have a photo shoot in this area but I was behind in sleep from the previous nights. Nonetheless still got some cute candids. The bridge has more purposes than just a prop for pics. I didn't walk over it but did take the Q into the city one evening over it. You can get some seriously BEAUTIFUL pictures of the city at night on the Q.

Always some traffic on this bridge. At least I got through ok with no issues. Though sometimes the traffic cops will not let yoh on the brodge as they are trying to keep it from clogging up.

Free but frightening drive across the Manhattan Bridge yesterday. The traffic and large trucks on a two lane road plus active road work in progress... does not inspire confidence. They closed off a lane again, resulting in even worse traffic plus cars and trucks merging lanes. At one point, the traffic came to a complete stop. I made the mistake of looking over the side - yikes! It's a long way down! Got myself some vertigo then started praying quietly to be off this bridge quickly. But that'll never happen. Better to pay the tolls. And parking. Between that and the traffic cameras, NYC isn't a fun place to drive a car. The city really needs to improve the public transportation - it'd be better for everyone.

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I've run back and forth over this bridge from Chinatown to Brooklyn and back during my marathon training. Not the best of the NYC bridges that head over the East River but the views are pretty terrific. This bridge has some of that old style NYC grit which gives it character. You also see some great views taking the Q train into Brooklyn. Better picture taking of the bridge itself from downtown Brooklyn.

Rode our bikes on the Brooklyn Bridge to explore the area for a bit and rode back to NY on the Manhattan Bridge. The Manhattan bridge really didn't have as many look out points like the Brooklyn Bridge. I also felt it was tighter. I enjoyed the exercise and the experience though.

Yes the perfect way to get to beautiful Manhattan. Went again high peek tragic against the tragic wonderful. I love NYC and this cool Bridge.....pure New York. The fab thing about a ride over the bridge is that magical sky line amazing.

Probably the least appreciated of three bridges from Manhattan to Brooklyn. It's not as beautiful as the Brooklyn Bridge, with it's big arches and stone carvings. The Williamsburg Bridge gets more foot traffic because people just want to be cool. Compared to the others, this one seems more authentic. This is ugly metal so it fits in. A major difference from the beloved Brooklyn Bridge is that it's not as touristy. It's the least popular among tourists for several reasons, mostly because it looks like crap. The bridge is mostly made of metal. It also doesn't allow for as many good views as the other bridges. The subway also travels across this bridge, so it's much noisier. It's like every few minutes it starts shaking and the train is so loud. This isn't all bad, since it's more like a real bridge than just an attraction, and it's less crowded too. It starts near Jay Street in downtown Brooklyn. From there it crosses the East River into Chinatown. The bridge is accessible for both bicyclists and pedestrians.

Although this bridge does not get as much love and hype compared to the iconic neighbor Brooklyn Bridge, you can still catch a stunning view of the skyline without the crowd of tourists and foot traffic. The entire distance from beginning to end is a little over 1 mile and is a great route to head over down to Chinatown. It's safe because of the protective fence all around with a few spots that's cut opened so you can still take a photo of the view without the fence being in the way. I love the steel and historic rustic look of this bridge but if you are short on time while during your visit, I would recommend utilizing your time to walk across the touristy Brooklyn Bridge if I had to pick between the two. Just a reminder that the walk is super noisy from the heavy traffic flow.

This is primarily a review of the walking path because who drives in New York City (partially kidding.) Anyway, the less known cousin to the Brooklyn and Williamsburg Bridge, this bridge is also walkable and there are definite pros and cons. First off there are not nearly as many people so if you don't want to deal with as many other tourists, it is nice to not have to walk around them. However because it is less popular among the tourists and locals, it is much less policed so I have seen people on motorbikes drive across the pedestrian pass. I personally would not recommend walking on it late at night even more so than the other bridges. There also isn't a separate bike lane and the views aren't as nice but there are a couple nice ones including some rather nice views of Manhattan as well as of the Brooklyn Bridge. There are some holes in the metal so it is possible to take some nice photos. The bridge is also a whole lot more narrow so it might be a good thing. The only other main complaint is that there is a very common subway line so it can get quite loud. On one side it gets off in a now completely fine area in Brooklyn (Jay Street area/Dumbo) and on the other side it gets off in Manhattan's Chinatown which is a lot better than FiDi on the Brooklyn Bridge so there's another plus.

This is one of my favourite bridges in New York it has a nostalgic feel with its arches reminding me of the TV show taxi during my youth. We cross this bridge every time we go to Jersey in recently the potholes on the upper level were so bad, we had to swerve a few times to keep from damaging the front of the car. Hopefully the repairs will come soon, my car will appreciate it.

For those taking the subway to get from Queens or Manhattan to Brooklyn, the trains would have to traverse through the bridge. The trip would usually take a few minutes. On the bridge, one can see the nearby Brooklyn Bridge and the Williamsburg Bridge.

Go there. Take some pics. Marvel in its beauty. Be prepared for all the people doing their own personal photo shoots. Walk to the park away, catch inquire views of the bridge!

5 stars for being a sturdy bridge that's in my favorite color, blue! Oh you want more fine. It transports cars with 7 lnes total It transports trains B,D,N and Q lines. Bicyclists are welcome too. People you're better taking the nearby Brooklyn Bridge (it's way more scenic). This bride is walkable. The suspension bridge been sturdy since 1909, thankfully and next year will be the 100th anniversary. If you go by the Brooklyn Y Park it puts you really close to the Brooklyn beginning/end of the bridge which makes for cool photos. I don't have much else to say the bridge is sturdy with no sway when it's windy and it has a upper and lower deck and it's toll free!

This is the black sheep bridge/step-child bridge--whichever you want to call it. It's a no frills bridge, without the great view and notoriety of the Brooklyn Bridge. As I'm attempting to get back into shape, I walk this bridge daily to get back in Brooklyn from my office. It does NOT have the tourists that block the road and prevent you from keeping a pace or not walking 1 mile per hour because you're not only just dodging slow walking tourists, but bikes, as well. The Manhattan bridge doesn't have either, so, in short, if you're just looking for a short leisure walk borough to borough, this is for you. If you want to see sights, tourists, don't care how long it takes, are on a romantic walk--Brooklyn

The view from the Manhattan Bridge was spectacular, and I could see the Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, and the Staten Island Ferry.

I come here to bike thru the bike only lane. This lane is gorgeous because you wont encounter any passerby and it is only dedicated to bikers. The view is amazing. It gives you a nice workout of going up, and the whole going down in high speed gives adrenaline. Also, the path is clean and enjoyable. I would recommend you to bike this path compared to Brooklyn Bridge's bike path

Walking across the bridge during the spring...nice view during sunset. Takes less than 1/2 hour to walk across the bridge...entering from Brooklyn into Manhattan. Starting from DUMBO in downtown Brooklyn into Manhattan Canal Street area - share the bridge with runners and bicyclists... Bridge runs parallel to the Brooklyn Bridge. Walk is not bad except when it's windy and loud when the trains pass right next to you... Yes, it takes one less time to just cross via train, but on a nice day, it's worth the walk...at least once. If you are avid picture taker, you can get a nice sunset picture as you make the trek across the bridge. Look down from high above to see the boats, streets, art work/sketches on the rooftops of building, see the traffic on the FDR drive. Nice birds eye view...but stay on one side or get run over by the bicyclists. Have done the walk twice already....good work out.

We decided to walk the Manhattan Bridge from Dumbo to Manhattan because it will take us straight to the Manhattan Chinatown. We also wanted to view the sunset as we walked across the bridge. Given it was November and cold, it was still nice to walk across the bridge. In addition to the sightseeing, you can also see the Brooklyn bridge from afar. The view from the Brooklyn bridge is definitely better compared to the Manhattan bridge though so I can see how the Brooklyn bridge can be a tourist spot vs. the Manhattan bridge. However, unless we're desperate, we probably would not walk the Manhattan Bridge again because of the fear of losing my hearing. There are trains that constantly run across the bridge, next to the pedestrian walking area. Eventually, that was driving me insane and giving me a headache. Compared to the Brooklyn Bridge, there are way less people on the Manhattan Bridge and most, if not all, people walking on the Manhattan Bridge was locals rather than tourists. But overall, it was still a good experience. And now we know what it's like to walk across the Manhattan Bridge. We also got the steps in and go to Chinatown straight from Dumbo. Manhattan Bridge - checked!

How we love the Manhattan Bridge. Driving from Carroll Gardens to pick up my Grandson at his Williamsburg Preschool requires navigating the BQE at an extremely busy hour. What a time savings comes from exiting into Manhattan over the Manhattan Bridge then back into Brooklyn over the Williamsburg Bridge. Voila!! Grandma isn't late for pickup. But the really cool thing, which my Grandson loves, is to travel the lower level with the subway on the adjacent track. It never grows old for a preschooler.

I love this bridge! Its a great big gray architectural gem that connects Brooklyn to Manhattan. I enjoy each trip over this bridge and love how gray with age. Good thing about this bridge is that the traffic on it is never too bad, at least when I get to experience it and it serves those in Cars, Trains, and those who walk or bike. What makes this bridge stand out from the other NYC bridges is the Arch & Colonnade on the Manhattan side. Although its sort of neglected it has a certain charm to it. Unlike other bridges this bridge and arch area is covered in graffiti and littered with homeless which makes it OG NYC. Unlike all the flashy tourist attractions/traps this bridge is just a silent attraction which has been around for over a century and serves its purpose well.

Review #463 None Elite Squad The Manhattan Bridge has a amazing view of the city, of the body of water surrounding it, the Brooklyn bridge while you ride the Q train..its great site seeing..great pokemon hunting and highly recommended on your way to Manhattan..you can drive, but why?

A beautiful way to walk from Brooklyn into Manhattan. I will at that the sound of the train gets annoying bit honestly it's expected. The water and view of the Brooklyn bridge is absolutely gorgeous. Along the way. There are perfect moments to take pictures that really fit the vibe of city life. I do wish that there was aboke trail though. Not only for the safety of the riders but also the walkers. Almost got run over a couple of times lol All in all, a nice way to see the city!

IMHO Manhattan Bridge is one of the most underrated bridges in NYC. As a runner, this is definitely my favorite bridge to run on - there are no chaos and insane crowds like in Brooklyn Bridge, and the view is a little bit better than the Williamsburg Bridge. One thing to watch out for is that this bridge gets really loud from the trains. There's something about the tracks on this bridge that makes a loud screeching noise as the trains pass by. They don't happen that frequently, though, so just cover your ears when you see a train approaching, and focus your energy on soaking up the amazing view. As with many other bridges in Manhattan, there is a separate bike path and pedestrian path. Make you get on the right one! Otherwise it could get awkward the entire way through!

I don't think Manhattan Bridge gets enough love. Not as iconic as the Brooklyn Bridge, less popular than the Williamsburg, what I enjoy most about this bridge is its grit. I usually walk the bridge from lower Manhattan into Brooklyn, a walk that requires weaving your way through crowded Chinatown, not really an experience I enjoy, but it's part of the process. Coming in from the Manhattan side, there are homeless people, sometimes people strung out, and a good amount of garbage, but I've yet to be hassled by anyone. You get great views of some of Chinatown's winding streets, hidden corners, and interesting graffiti. There are still poor and working class people living here, and it's accessible if you choose to see it, I think that's important. The trains also hurdle through, creating more noise on top of the traffic. And then you break out over the water, to a beautiful view of lower Manhattan, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Governors Island. Once you start to see Brooklyn, it's like a different world, with luxury condos full of outdoor decks I rarely see people on. Balcony's that are ridiculously small butting up against a building that didn't care whose view it was blocking. It's a walk that offers a lot of contrasts.

I've never found a woman's hat on this bridge. I've been across here so many times and yet, no, not a single female hat. I don't know why. Honestly, it irks me. I feel like, by now, I should have found one. But nope. Nary a single female hat. However, I have - on several occasions - found a "Man Hat On Bridge." In fact, that is how this bridge got it's name. Speaking of a man hat, I just met a super cute guy tonight, does anyone happen to have a spare Trojan or Durex? I'm not picky. About anything. Ever. A party balloon will do. Just give me something stretchy please. Quick. So... I've crossed this bridge probably 50 times in my life, and every single crossing was in a car which I, myself, was driving. My ex may have driven nme over this bridge once or twice, I really don't remember. The most recent time was about 3 months ago. I'll be crossing it again in a week or two. I won't lie. I absolutely love crossing this bridge. It's a rush. Speaking of a rush, how come every time you come around, my Manhat Manhat Bridge wanna go down like... Crossing NY bridges is an orgasmic experience. For some, maybe literally. For me, it's a figurative way of enlightening those who have not "done it" so to speak, to the rush, the adrenaline, the awe-inspiring grandeur, the surreal and astounding visual spectacle of the vista before you, on every side, as you climb up to the sky, and then descend down into the belly of a completely different borough. "Welcome To Brooklyn" it says, the home of the real NYC. Or "Welcome To Manhattan" perhaps, the greatest tourist mecca on the planet. Whichever way you are heading on the Manhattan Bridge, you can't lose. Here is my review of Manhattan: http://www.yelp.com/biz/manhattan-new-york-2 My review of Brooklyn will be here soon: http://www.yelp.com/biz/brooklyn-brooklyn-3 If you'd like to find some great food in either borough, check those reviews. Garland said: If it was radioactive, it be "The Manhattan Project Bridge" By the way, you will especially enjoy crossing this bridge if you are circumcized. Because then not only can you get your Manhat On, you can show your Manhat Off. Sadly I am unable to do this. First of all, you should know that this bridge is free. It is a toll-free way to drive, cycle or walk from Manhattan to Brooklyn (just like the older Brooklyn and Williamsburg bridges) and for that reason alone it deserves 5 stars. Then you have the amazing views from either side of the bridge, especially of the financial district of Manhattan which looks surreal, stunning and spectacular, night or day, from this bridge. You know who was named after this bridge? I just found out. Manhat-ma Gandhi. I'm still Sikh about him getting shot. All he was trying to do was lead his people Hindu the modern era in peace. Speaking of Taj Mahal, would you like to Taj Mahal? I'm not a look but don't taj kinda guy. You can definitely taj. I would be Delhited if you would do so. Yeah I know you're hanging out with your Mum today. Just tell your Mumbai and come see me. This bridge has a ton of amazing graffiti that covers parts of this bridge. Some people say it's an eyesore. I say it's quintessential New York City and it makes the bridge better. Some say this bridge is hard to drive or cycle across. I say it's great that it has a cycle lane, and it's easier to drive over this bridge than some of the others in the area (such as Brooklyn). Oh did anyone see that Denzel movie, "The Manhattian Candidate." It was a remake apparently. Speaking of remake, do you wanna see me remake my Manhat an impressive size again? The only negative comment I have about the Manhattan Bridge, is that there is so much metal that the amazing views on all sides are very distorted and hidden. For the most part you just see fleeting glimpses of the heavenly vistas. I wish you could "see more." But you can see enough. With views like this, and two of the greatest places in the world on either side (Manhattan and Brooklyn), and the fact that it is free to cross... I don't know how it can not be a five star bridge. Bravo to NYC for keeping it free, too. Anyway if you hate men this bridge is for you. Maybe that's why I like it so much. You can say whatever you like about the Manhatin' Bridge but one thing is for sure. It's perfect for Manhatin'.

Walked all the way across to "DUMBO" and it took 20 minutes. It's a nice walk and you get a view of chinatown and downtown, however, there is a fence you have to work your camera around. Unfortunately you can't view midtown because you walk along the west side of the bridge. Trains pass every 60-90 seconds on the tracks in the middle of the bridge. If you go to Washington street between Water St and Front St, you get a pretty sweet view of the bridge and you'll be at one of the most instagrammed spots in NY.

This bridge is almost parallel to the Brooklyn Bridge. There are less crowds here and way less touristy. The only problem is the trains are so loud!

What are some of the things that the Manhattan Bridge has that the Brooklyn Bridge doesn't??? Is it: A) A running train B) Few tourists, if any C) A bike lane on one side of the bridge and a walking lane on the other. -The answer is D) All of the above Bonus question: Why should you cross this bridge? Is it: A) It's free B) Great workout C) Another way to enjoy the city -The answer is D) All of the above Congratulations, if you got them all right, it's time to cross "that" bridge ;) Personal note: I actually like this bridge more then I do the Brooklyn Bridge!

If the Williamsburg Bridge is a no-go, the Manhattan Bridge will get you to Brooklyn. There's no toll, and you get a cool view of the East River, LES, and Northside. Win-Win. However, the lanes are a bit narrow, so be careful!

There are over 1k reviews for the Brooklyn Bridge so as far as photos and popularity that bridge seems to get more love but that's ok. After thinking about it I decided that it would be nicer if we walked across the Manhattan Bridge instead. Distance to where we started wasn't really the concern to me because it had more to do with where the pedestrian path was as opposed to the bridge itself. Without ever crossing the Brooklyn bridge I know the pedestrian path goes down the middle because it's a fairly common photo taken when people walk across it. For the Manhattan Bridge however the pedestrian path is at the side of the bridge so there's less of an obstructed view for southern Manhattan which in my opinion is better for photos. Historically speaking the bridges are both over 100 years old and the Manhattan bridge is younger by about a decade so there's not much difference there. We made our way from Canal street walking east towards Bowery. The pedestrian entrance for the bridge is on the south side of the bridge so going east on Canal you have to cross Bowery and stay to the right, crossing twice because Bowery is divided at this section of the street. There are clearly marked signs that the pedestrian crossing is to the right of the bridge. This is why in my opinion that the view has more access simply because you are on the side of the bridge (the south side) facing lower Manhattan and you can also get a full length view and shots of the Brooklyn Bridge while you're at it. While there's a chain link fence above the iron bars, you can put your lense up to the fence or use the gap in between the bottom of the fence and the top of the bars to get your shots. Where the towers of the bridge are is a small half circle type of landing where you can face different directions for other shots as well. While crossing you will get an elevated view of the Two Bridges community and cross streets of East Broadway, Henry, Madison, Cherry, Water, South as well as the FDR before you cross the East River. The exit of of the crossing takes you down the stairs to near Jay and Sands street in the neighborhood of Dumbo. While there's the York F train station just up the street at York and Jay we walked up Jay and west along Prospect (under the Brooklyn Bridge) and south on Cadman Plaza West side to get to the High Street A-C uptown train instead because we were going to Chelsea Market to eat after this healthy walk. Try to keep in mind that the subway level is right beside the pedestrian level and yes it's loud and yes it will sort of shake the ground you're on. If you're afraid of heights just stay away from the railing and closer to the inside just keep in mind that side is for the traffic coming the other way. There were a few bikes that passed us so just like a road you should stay on the right side of the path. As you get to the towers and in between the suspension of the towers you will be pretty high over the river.

From a distance it can be admired with grace and strength. From up-close it is grotesque and graffiti infested. Manhattan Bridge is not as densely populated with pedestrians or bicyclists as Brooklyn Bridge. Walking path is on the outer edge of the bridge which the view of the arch is obstructed. The walk is refreshing and revival to the spirit. This bridge needs a lot of work for cleanup. Subways: N and Q trains travels on this bridge. Starting from Manhattan side to Brooklyn it takes you to DUMBO = Down Under Manhattan Bridge Overpass.

I felt I shouldn't review this bridge until I'd actually crossed it on foot, but as the years progressed, I realized that's unlikely to happen anytime soon so I'm pulling the trigger and reviewing the bridge now! One thing I like about this bridge is the view you get from the train while crossing it. Great views of Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan skyline and the river. I also like the grand entrance in Chinatown on the Manhattan side, however on the Brooklyn side the entrace is rather non descript. In the pantheon of East River bridges, I'd say this is a far second to the Brooklyn Bridge and is more on par with the Queensboro Bridge (we won't even discuss the Williamsburg Bridge)

Cool way to walk over to Dumbo and check out the local things to do there. It's a not to long of a walk and the views along the way interesting from the skyline and buildings of both Manhattan and Brooklyn. The subway and graffiti along the path is also interesting. Good fun to kill the calories consumed on either side of the bridge.

Beautiful bridge connecting Manhattan to Brooklyn (or vice versa). However, when getting up close to walk on the pedestrian paths, my goodness was there graffiti here and there! Subway trains also share the bridge with cars so it's interesting seeing them go across. Good place to see the Manhattan Bridge is from Brooklyn's Dumbo district. I've seen people doing photos in the small alleyway facing out towards the bridge.