Late post Crossed this George Washington Bridge which is a massive double-decked suspension that spans the Hudson River that connects Fort Lee, New Jersey, and Manhattan's Washington Heights neighborhood. In History and Design it is recorded as the longest main span in the world. The Expansion of a second lower level added was to relieve the surging regional traffic. It is consideted a Landmark as the National Historic Civil Engineering transporting million cars making it globally the most active motor vehicle bridge !! Vehicular Lane features 14 lanes with 8 on the upper level then 6 on the lower level!! Paths also provided for the pedestrians as well as those bicyclists !!! read more

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If you really want to hear about it, the first thing you'll probably want to know is how incredibly depressing the George Washington Bridge is. It's supposed to be this grand, important thing they even name drop old George Washington like he'd actually care about a bunch of noisy cars crawling into New Jersey. It's the "world's busiest motor vehicle bridge," which just means it's packed full of thousands of miserable phonies trapped in their automobiles, honking at each other and getting nowhere fast. ​They brag about having fourteen whole lanes and being double-decked, but all that really means is you get twice as much exhaust fumes in your face. If you look up the facts, it's 4,760 feet long, and back in 1931, it was the longest bridge span in the whole damn world until the Golden Gate Bridge opened up in San Francisco and stole its thunder. People get so excited about those stupid records, like having fourteen lanes of traffic is something to write home about. ​And then you look at all these photos of it. People take these fancy pictures at sunset or night when all the lights are on, making it look all romantic and marvelous, but it's pure nonsense. In real life, it's just cold gray steel, buzzing lanes, and a bunch of construction guys dangling off cables doing biennial inspections while a million semi-trucks rumble underneath them. Looking at all those endless cars crawling across the Hudson River packed with sad faces just makes you feel depressed as hell. read more

What a cool bridge! My family had me worried about driving over it, but it wasn't a big deal at all. Just merging and slow due to the high volume of traffic. LET'S GO MAINE !!!! read more

Fantastic crossing today! Went across in only a couple of minutes for a change. Normally it's not so nice to commuters, but this Labor Day it was perfect. Oops the photo says Memorial Day instead of Labor Day. read more

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This is a great place to bike. I decided to walk and this led to one star off, as unfortunately, you had to be careful with oncoming bikers. However, it was good walk for me and it feels like an accomplishment when I finish walking it. read more

New toll rates went into effect 7/6/25 $22.38... The News reported another increase maybe in the works. What a shame on Port Authority! Can we be real, the George Washington Bridge (GWB) is a monumental feat of engineering and a stunning landmark, especially at night when the lights illuminate its impressive structure. But for those of us who regularly commute its span, it can be a bit of a love-hate relationship. With awe inspiring views, architectural marvel. The GW bridge is a vital connector serving as the gateway connecting New Jersey and New York to the New England area. Here is the downside of the bridge in my opinion only the toll fare has increased again, despite still having pot holes, insane traffic, and construction that has been happening for what feels like 10 years or more. Be prepared for endless traffic in both directions. It is a chaotic mess! Which is an understatement for the traffic during peak hours. Be prepared for bumper-to-bumper delays and endless honking. It can easily add significant delays to your journey. Tip: Avoid this bridge if possible the Tappan Zee aka Mario Cuomo bridge is less traffic, and less in toll. read more

Decided to walk across the bridge. It's not a bad bridge to go from New Jersey into New York City. However, be forewarned that avid cyclists do not follow the 15 mph speed limit and share the lane with pedestrians. Those enthusiasts ride fast and don't slow down and share the lane, at all. This leads to people walking closest to the sides and the noise emanating from the traffic next to you, drowns out the bikers as they zoom by. Thankfully, there are some cyclists who ride casually and will alert you as they're coming but the road noise drown out the warning that some bikers give. It's not until they are literally right next to you, that you'll hear them. No headphones for this walk. Walk in a single file for your own safety. It wouldn't be such a bad walk if it wasn't for those speeding cyclists. read more

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This bridge is 50/50 Sometimes it's busy, Sometimes it isn't. .top bridge or bottom bridge. read more

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First time I've ridden across GWB on the upper level from the passenger seat... there are such gorgeous views! read more

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Great wat to travel from NYC to NJ. I like the view of the hudson on the right. Always a good drive. read more

This bridge is huge and amazing to see!! At the same time it's a chaotic mess! The traffic is crazy!! Bumper to Bumper, stop and go, horns beeping non stop! No one wants to let you in to get over at least that was my experience. With that being said. It's a beauty! And it's the connector to get to New England, you almost feel like your close especially for me since I was heading to Connecticuit from Philly. I felt like I was in New Jersey for forever. Crossing the George Washington bridge felt like relief! I look forward to seeing it again. I guess I'm torn lol! read more

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The George Washington Bridge is a double-decker suspension bridge that crosses the Hudson River, connecting Manhattan, New York City, and Fort Lee, New Jersey. Completed in 1927 and opened in 1931, this historic bridge currently operates with 14 lanes, with 8 on the upper level and 6 on the lower level. The lower level opened in 1962. The bridge is 4,760 ft (1,450 m) long, 119 ft (36 m) wide, and 604 ft (184 m) high. Its imposing size and length, coupled with the towers at its entrance and exit, make it a striking sight. Its daily traffic volume makes it one of the busiest bridges in the world. I-95 passes through the bridge. Along with the Brooklyn Bridge, it is a symbol of New York City, frequently appearing in Hollywood films. It also has a reputation for being a popular destination for suicide attempts. read more

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The George Washington Bridge was cool the first couple of times I drove over it, mainly because I'm not from the area and it was really cool seeing Manhattan at night. Now, this bridge is just an inevitable nightmare when going back up to Connecticut to visit friends. I make my husband drive every time because I feel like I'm going to have a panic attack. Yes, I have had to drive the car and let me tell you, I'm white knuckling it the entire time. The drivers are rude, the traffic is too much, and dang it, this bridge is expensive! Merging onto this bridge can either make a man out of you or make you realize that you're a little too soft and don't belong here. I'm the latter. A trucker almost hit us as we were trying to merge onto the bridge, nearly pushing us into the guard rail...and I was the driver! I had to apologize to the man upstairs for what came out of my mouth that day. I'm not a fan of this route at all! Did I say it was expensive? At a little over $15 during peak hours, that's just too much. read more

Great bridge with beautiful views getting you from NYC to NJ. The traffic isn't so bad when going to NJ because there is no toll and the flow of traffic moves. However, this bridge needs to be updated overall. Especially on the NJ to NYC side. They need to remove the old toll booths and possibly add more signs and an extra lane to help with the flow of traffic. They charge expensive tolls and the bridge looks old and worn out read more

This place can be very daunting if you've never driven over the bridge. Besides the bridge being very expensive and going over a very long river you have to drive over a couple of times to get used to it. Lanes are very tight and you have to have steady hands and know how to maintain your lane because there's no room for error. There's some very pretty views but this bridge is always full of traffic no matter what time of day it is. read more

All Port Authority crossings are cashless and no longer accept cash toll payments. New GWB toll fee increase, rate as of 7 January 2024. For two-axle vehicles, the tolls prices are now... Toll by Mail - $17.63, EZPass (Peak) is $15.38, EZPass (non-Peak) is $13.38. If you live in the NYC metro area, I suggest you get an EZPass. The convenience of saving a few dollars...these ever-increasing prices is literally HIGHWAY ROBBERY! Glad to see the booths gone...no more coming to a complete stop due to those drivers who at the last second cut across two lanes to get to the cash lane and watch the toll operators having to interact and exchange the grimmest dollar bills in the first-world (seem to be the most miserable employees on the face of the earth)!! read more

Good for bikes, a nightmare for cars, and mediocre for pedestrians. Good job on the new bike path on ramps that opened in 2023 but the NJ side ramp loop adds an extra half mile to your ride, design could have been so much more straight forward. The look out points on both sides are a beautiful place to get photos of Manhattan and the Hudson Valley. If you are driving, just take the tunnel. read more

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The George Washington Bridge (GWB) is a popular travel throughway to and from New York to New Jersey. I am not exactly fond of this crossing because it is always busy with traffic. But then again, what is not busy with traffic in the NY Metropolitan area. What was George Washington thinking about when he ferried over evacuating Manhattan with his American forces. I know we need a bridge built so we can avoid traveling on these overcrowded boats. Well, they built it and are still overcrowded. From what I read, GWB is the world's only suspension bridge with fourteen vehicular lanes and still the world's busiest motor vehicle bridge crossing. Meanwhile, it is an old architecturally designed bridge that one day will be replaced with modern technology that requires less maintenance. I believe many will oppose it since it is a beautiful historical bridge structure. read more

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New York is made of islands and peninsulas. There are so many wonderful bridges of varying architecture. Besides the Hell Gate bridge, the George Washington bridge is my favorite. While the traffic can be atrocious, as with any large city, and many complain about the 16 dollar toll--the bridge itself is beautiful. It's even better now there is a clean, safe new walking and bike path connected to George Washington Bridge Park (free, completely fenced off from the traffic and river). It's an easy, level walk (though watch out for speeding bikers) with beautiful views of the palisades and river. Great opportunity for photos too. Also has a nice little overlook where you can learn the history of this architectural icon. read more

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This massive, metallic marvel is magnificent! Yes, just imagine the work that went into the architectural structure of this miraculous modern day convenience. You may hear about the traffic, but hey, it's NYC, fugettaboutit We literally breezed across this expansive bridge, and while it was busy, the traffic flowed steadily. We were amazed at the relatively low volume of cars on this dual level, suspension wonder, which boasts the busiest bridge in the world! Driving over this bridge brought back memories of the old Erector Sets by the Gilbert Toy Company where you can build not only bridges, but other metal skeletons! Pretty cool construction! Yes, there's a toll, no duh! Again, it's NYC! But frankly, it's worth the moolah to be connecting boroughs and saving time! Thanks GW Bridge! It's not your fault you're so popular and you attract traffic. You're still an incredible invention! I won't be burning my bridges anytime soon! Be thankful you don't have to take a ferry over the friggin Hudson River! (Don't get me wrong, I love ferries, but I'm enraptured by this efficiently engineered silver mountain! You can hate on the traffic and bad drivers but I got nothin' but admiration for this Bridge! The bad drivers are your foes, but the bridge is your friend, supporting you and carrying you over troubled waters!) read more

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The GWB has amazing views, whether you are driving or are on foot. Drive on the upper deck at least once to check it out! read more

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I've heard many great things about this bridge, so I came in with high hopes but an open mind. Cut to two hours later and I'm STILL waiting to get on the bridge. This bridge better be awesome! I've heard great things so I'm expecting amazing. More to come... The bridge is in sight! It's not that amazing actually, seems ok, pretty basic looking bridge tbh. We're on the bridge. There's 4 lines, but one of them's closed. I've been on bigger bridges before, but it's still ok. If you're looking for a great bridge that lives up to the hype I'd recommend the Golden Gate. Two stars read more

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The GWB is usually my preferred method if I choose to drive into nyc. The tunnels are almost always gridlocked/bumper to bumper traffic, no matter the time of day. So, the GWB (lower level, specifically) is the winning route, most times. Still, depending on the time of day, your commute can be one of two things, free-flowing or road rage inducing. Either way, choose wisely and if you do not have EZpass, the toll will be billed to your residence. read more

This is a review of the Northwalk, the foot and bike path on the north side of the upper level of the George Washington Bridge. The views are totally amazing and the infrastructure is immaculate, everything looks brand new. But only two stars for the experience because the bikers are such complete A$$HOLES! Cyclists rip through at 20 to 30 miles an hour dinging their damn bells, really I'm not kidding, and expect pedestrians to vanish, basically, to get out of the path. You're taking your life in your own hands here as a walker. If you absolutely insist on walking this bridge, you can park in nearby Fort Lee historic park for about $3 an hour. read more

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As long as it gets us across safely!!! Beautiful view, awesome lighting at night but the cost is dramatic.

Do you live to sit in traffic? Do you love merging right before a lane ends in a wall or a divider? Do you love people that cut you off if there is more than 1 foot of space between you and the car in front of you? Do you love excessive traffic for absolutely no reason? This may be the bridge for you!!!! This bridge has it all! Horrible merges, horrible drivers, insane traffic, and the PA doesn't care in the slightest! I will give them credit that they can clear up an accident in minutes, but that is all that I give them credit for... Everything else about this bridge is horrible... This is clearly the most traveled bridge in the world. It has the worst traffic on a bridge in the world... It was not designed for 1/50th of the traffic that goes over it per day. I wish that they actually did something that helped move traffic over here better, but that is a pipe dream... I have been going over this bridge for years now and the only time it is ok is on Christmas Eve, and its slightly better in the summer. Otherwise if you get stuck in the traffic, it'll be an hour + to get over it... It is all the merging... Trucks aren't where they are supposed to be and try to cut people off at the last second causing tons of traffic... I'd say travel at night, but they usually close the lower and 1-2 lanes of the upper every night between 10pm-5am... I'd go Tappan Zee bridge instead... I wish I had something nice to say about this bridge, but there isn't. read more

A famous bridge. George Washington Bridge is another of the many in New York and is the most scenic way to get to New Jersey. It backs up with traffic but it's also friendly for pedestrians. Best way to come to Washington Heights. The hardest thing is figuring out where to get on if you're on foot, and the worst thing is driving across it. It pretty much is the only good bridge between New Jersey and New York over the Hudson basically. More specifically it connects Fort Lee to Washington Heights. This is a suspension bridge and it was once the longest one in the world. It carries a lot of traffic and getting through it is quite a feat. The better way across is by walking. It may even be faster. On the New York side is an entrance ramp that's at Cabrini Boulevard and 178th Street. It's on the south side of the bridge. The path closes for the night with the use of a few gates. Going across it can be fun. It has some great views from it. This also is much better than sitting in traffic. read more

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George Washington Bridge (aka GWB) is a double-decked suspension bridge spanning the Hudson River, connecting the New York City borough of Manhattan with the New Jersey borough of Fort Lee. The bridge is named after George Washington, the first president of the United States. The George Washington Bridge is one of the the world's busiest motor vehicle bridges. It is owned by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, a bi-state government agency that operates infrastructure in the Port of New York and New Jersey. All that being said I've always loved passing over this bridge. This bridge is huge! I used to go to from Manhattan to Hackensack five or six times a year. My daughter and I make the trip a lot to New Jersey to various Malls to go shopping. We always cross over the bridge. I definitely wouldn't want to commute across the GWB to and from work every day. I love to look at and photograph bridges. I'm not that crazy about going over a bridge with heavy traffic! Next time I'm in the area I'll get some photos of the bridge close up. I recommend you visit this historic landmark. read more

Despite living hundreds of miles away, I visit the northeast often and as such, I have driven over the George Washington Bridge at least a dozen times. The GWB carries I-95 over the Hudson River, connecting Manhattan with Fort Lee. The GWB is the world's busiest motor vehicle bridge, carrying over a hundred million vehicles per year. It is owned by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, a bi-state government agency that operates infrastructure in the Port of New York and New Jersey. Construction on the George Washington Bridge started in October 1927; the bridge was ceremonially dedicated on October 24, 1931, and opened to traffic the next day. The opening of the George Washington Bridge contributed to the development of Bergen County, New Jersey, in which Fort Lee is located. The upper deck was widened from six to eight lanes in 1946. The six-lane lower deck was constructed beneath the existing span from 1958 to 1962 because of increasing traffic flow. Of course, nothing is free. The GWB costs a whopping $16 to cross eastbound with bill-by-mail or $13.75 with an EZ-Pass transponder or down to just $11.75 with EZ-Pass during off-peak. Of course, westbound is at no charge and that makes sense because why penalize people a second time on top of having to drive into New Jersey. *zing* There are two sidewalks on the upper span of the bridge, one on each side. However, cyclists and pedestrians can usually only utilize the southern sidewalk, since the northern sidewalk is normally closed. Three stars because the bridge is certainly more convenient than the tunnel through lower Manhattan or a ferry. But the traffic is bonkers and the roadway is in crap condition. Where is all the money going? [Review 15452 overall, 956 of 2021, number 225 in New York.] read more

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So much traffic around this bridge...but it's New York. Lots of construction, this last time, the lower levels were all closed, had to use the upper levels. The George Washington Bridge is a double-decked suspension bridge spanning the Hudson River, connecting the New York City borough of Manhattan with the New Jersey borough of Fort Lee. The bridge is named after George Washington, the first president of our country. The George Washington Bridge is the world's busiest motor vehicle bridge. It is owned by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, a bi-state government agency that operates infrastructure in the Port of New York and New Jersey. The George Washington Bridge is also informally known as the GW Bridge, the GWB, the GW, or the George, and was known as the Fort Lee Bridge or Hudson River Bridge during construction. The George Washington Bridge measures 4,760 feet (1,450 m) long and has a main span of 3,500 feet (1,100 m). It was the longest main bridge span in the world from its 1931 opening until the Golden Gate Bridge opened in 1937. Beautiful architecture of the towers, make this a nice landmark to get through. read more

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Agreed that this is not a place to walk in peace. When reading the Port Authority website, it clearly states that pedestrians have the right of the way on the bridge, that the speed limit is 15 mph and bikers are encouraged to walk their bikes or yield to pedestrians. On the bridge itself there are tons of signs saying the same and reminding bikers of the speed limit. The path is divided into two sides - one to walk towards NY and one to walk towards NJ, like regular traffic. Unfortunately this is a shared path so both bikes and pedestrians have to share the path which is narrow when divided up. Also there are large groups of bikers who use the bridge walk. Most of them travel at a speed more than 15 mph but they are courteous and nice to bike in single file and keep a lookout for pedestrians. However once in a while you will get a bike who wants to cycle at high speed next to their friend in a large group and expect you to stop and hug the edge of the bridge while they bike into the other side of the path (entitled and lack of self awareness?). This in itself makes it dangerous for family walk especially people who have little kids who will probably need to be in a more controllable environment. Hopefully when the Southwalk is open, they will limit it to pedestrians only. In the meantime, they should put more signs up since obviously people are not reading them. read more

Dingy but beautiful views to the left and right. And gets you to and from the Big Apple to the Garden State. read more

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As far as bridges go, this is probably my favorite. It's one of the largest suspension bridges and I've got a picture of it on my wall. You can get off at the last exit in NJ if you want to get your own view. You can walk or ride a bike on this bridge for a nice scenic route and sightseeing for few. I remember when the toll was 4$ and now I think it's almost 20$. If you have EZ pass, you can save time in line and money. If you don't have EZ and live in the NY/NJ area, it's about time you get it. I wasted a lot of time riding my bike around NY trying to enter the GWB a different way for a different scene on my return route, but you have to go back the same way you came. Maybe they'll open up the other side in the future read more

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As for aesthetics, it's neat to look at during day or night. There are lights that run across the top of it in the darker hours, giving it a cool effect from a distance. The bridge itself feels safe and sturdy driving across. It's actually so wide that you barely notice you're on a bridge if you're in one of the middle lanes! I can't give it 5 stars because of the high tolls. read more

Always such a nice bridge. It has been a long time since I've been on this bridge. Last time I went across it I walked the bridge which felt sort of unsafe as the cars are oassing you by. The side the looks to the water felt more safe as they have a fence covering the full top to bottom. Its a good walk if its only a walk but bikes use the safe walk path which makes it even mire dangerous to walk across the bridge. read more

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When it comes to bridges, the George Washington, or otherwise, the experience largely comes down to a Boolean outcome: did you get to the other side of, in this case, the Hudson River, or not. Based purely on this, it's tough to not rate a bridge highly where the moment in a static system when you traversed didn't result in your demise. Beyond that, style points must be accounted for, and, in the case of the GWB, a double-decked suspension bridge that also happens to be the most traversed bridge in the world (according to Wikipedia, but, sure, why not?), and the GWB has style abound. Sadly, every time I approach I am confronted with the dual worry of intense traffic and heavy fees for the privilege. Still, what am I going to do, take the Tappan Zee like some loon on my way to Tarrytown? I think not. read more

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A fun bridge to walk! The south side walkway is closed for construction which is unfortunate as it has the view of the Manhattan skyline, but walking the north side was still enjoyable! Beautiful views of the river and the cliffs in Jersey. read more

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This is by far the bridge with the lowest incline and very flat for anyone who is a newbie or amateur at jogging or walking bridges. This is a double-deck bridge and is monitored and operated by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey. Located in Washington Heights and overlooks the Hudson River. Jogged this bridge and was lost to death on the entrance. There are a few entrances to get upstairs from the Manhattan side and once you're on the bridge, you are welcomed with swooshing cars and a rocky bridge. All I smell was gasoline and car exhaust blown onto my face as I jog, definitely not a clean bridge to go jogging because the pedestrian level is right alongside the cars so lots of noise and trucks going by. There are 2 levels on this bridge. Cars are on the 2nd level and connected to the FDR highway. Pedestrians have to remain on the upper deck. Once you cross to the Jersey Side, you are welcome to Fort Lee where there are many Koreans and Korean shops and restaurants and the Palisades if you go deeper in. For drivers, you have to pay one way going into NYC but at no charge or $0.00 for going into New Jersey. Currently, E-Zpass costs $15.38 for peak hours and $13.38 for off peak. read more

Spectacular views and close up experience of traffic whooshing by. The cyclists are maniacs and take no prisoners but hey I don't mind, let them have their speedy space but keep your eyes open. A nice free walk and something different before you hike on down to somewhere else. read more

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It's always a slowdown each way, but there are estimated times on the official website and the cashless tolls make things go a little faster. There is also some signage at the bridge about upper- and lower-level times if you are able to move over as desired. I think lower is usually better to avoid truck traffic. I hate all the slow, slow merge on each way, but that is what it is. If you need to get to/from NY/NJ, it's a better view than a tunnel. read more