Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO Waterfront Walking Tour
Trace New York City’s growth across the bridge with a private guide
Duration
2 hours
Highlights
Explore the stories behind New York City’s growth on a private walking tour. Take in panoramic city and waterfront views while learning how the Brooklyn Bridge shaped the city’s skyline.
- Discover the bridge’s history and engineering legacy
- Explore the evolution of New York City from a small colonial city to a major metropolis
- Capture waterfront and skyline photo opportunities
- Plan for personal purchases, including any food or drink tastings
Itinerary
• New York's Civic Center: Begin your journey among the iconic courthouses featured in “Law and Order.” • Municipal Building: Marvel at the extension to City Hall so impressive that Joseph Stalin would use it as inspiration for many of his buildings in Soviet Moscow. • City Hall: Discover the oldest continuously used City Hall building in the U.S., a testament to the city's rich history. New York Times Building: Hear the origins of the “paper of record” in downtown Manhattan and the incredible creation story of Times Square. • Brooklyn Bridge: Walk the length of what was once the longest suspension bridge on earth and bask in the grand panoramic views of Manhattan. • DUMBO: Explore this bustling, growing waterfront neighborhood. • • Taste some wonderful offerings from: Best chocolate shop in NYC, Jacques Torres Classic New York pizza Fantastic fast-casual burger Perfect cup of coffee • Brooklyn Heights: Stroll the historic neighborhood that was a pivotal stop on the Underground Railroad. Brooklyn Heights Promenade: Revisit the largest battle of the Revolutionary War, where George Washington made a daring escape from the British in the summer of 1776.
What's Included
- Tour guide
Important details
- Bring a valid photo ID
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice. No-shows are charged the full price. Receive a full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
