Biking around Roosevelt Island was one of the most relaxing and scenic moments of our NYC trip…read more With fewer crowds and wide-open paths, it felt like a world away from the city--even though Manhattan is just across the water. The island is perfect for a leisurely ride: smooth, quiet, and full of stunning views of both the Manhattan and Queens skylines. You can coast past landmarks like the Smallpox Memorial Hospital, Four Freedoms Park, and Southpoint Park, all while soaking in fresh air and river breezes. At the northern tip, we reached the Roosevelt Island Lighthouse--a small but striking structure with over a century of history. Built in 1872, it once guided ships around the treacherous waters near Hell Gate. Now it stands as a peaceful beacon surrounded by water and skyline views. The area around the lighthouse is calm and open, perfect for resting, snapping photos, or just watching the river roll by. Whether you rent bikes or bring your own, biking the island is a beautiful way to slow down and experience a quieter side of New York City--with history, nature, and space to breathe

Roosevelt Island Lighthouse has fascinated me for years. I sit by the East River and take photos of…read moreit. Once when I went to Roosevelt Island I walked to see the lighthouse. It's okay but you can't get close enough to fully enjoy this landmark. I wish they would fix it up and make it a tourist attraction. I want to get close enough to touch and go inside. I'd be glad to pay for the privilege. Maybe the Roosevelt Island residents are tired of us wandering in their neighborhood looking at the many historical places. Personally I can't wait to return to see the changes since my last visit. Sounds like an adventure for a Fall Day. I'd like a travel companion if anyone wants to go!

Many moons ago, my then-boyfriend-now-husband and I walked the Williamsburg Bridge on a date early…read moreinto our relationship. We started from Brooklyn and then hoofed it over to the Lower East Side. It was summer. We underestimated how hot it would be that day, so by the time we got to the other side we were pretty worse for wear. But we got to see some cool views of the East River, the city, and graffiti. We took the subway back to Brooklyn. Recently about a week ago, my husband and I drove into the city for a concert. While we usually opt for public transportation for shows, our specific situation that day demanded the drive. On the way back home, GPS told us to go the Williamsburg-Bridge-Holland-Tunnel way. The suspension bridge is toll-free.

The Williamsburg Bridge is a suspension bridge across the East River. It connects the Lower East…read moreSide of Manhattan with the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn. Originally known as the East River Bridge, the Williamsburg Bridge was completed in 1903. It's 7,308 feet long and was the longest suspension bridge span in the world until 1924. My love of bridges involves the view of the structure alone and the surrounding area. The water, and the buildings in the background are impressive. Plus I'm amazed at the workmanship and difficulty of building bridges. Regardless of the thoughts and emotions I feel when I see a bridge I definitely like to add bridge photos to my collection. I had the opportunity to collect more photos when I saw the Williamsburg Bridge. I'm recommending you enjoy this bridge in your own way.

Trefoil Arch carries East Drive over a pedestrian path that connects the Loeb Boathouse and the…read moreLake with Conservatory Water. It's located on the East Side of Fifth Avenue at 73rd Street. I'm thankful to Phil for adding this to Yelp. I've taken photos over the years because it's a favorite arch of mine. It's named for its distinctive archway and it is unique in Central Park. It's the only arch with a different façade on each side. The east side features the trefoil (or three-lobed) archway, while the west side is a simpler rounded arch leading to a stairway. When it's covered in vines I find it hard to enjoy it's beauty. I still recommend you visit to see the inside and the details of the design.

Just another arch in Central Park, but this one is a bit unique as it features wooden slat walls…read moreand ceilings on the inside. You can still view some ornate designs in the stonework on the outside entrances worn by the elements and age. One side is more picturesque with vines and bushes hanging over it. This 16-foot arch was constructed in 1862 to provide a pathway from Conservatory Water to the Lake.

This bridge was fixed ho nicely ! I took a cab from Brooklyn to the heights and then the Bronx…read moreafter a concert with a friend. This bridge made the trip quicker and honestly, was beautiful to see at night. It's modern and has nice lights. Theres was also no traffic

After the renovation, the bridge in one way is easier to navigate, in another way it's not…read more Going into Queens, there are 5 lanes. One lane coming from WillyB (assuming drivers merge properly and not cross the painted median), three lanes from BQE and one lane to exit Metropolitan Ave. If you don't pay attention and change to the correct lane, you will miss the LIE exit though you can still get to the BQE exits since there is a concrete divider. Going into Manhattan, there are 5 lanes with the 2 right lanes required merging. Either way, there is still congestion or slow downs during the merging in rush hour and depending on the sun location. At night, the steel cables are lit up with colors. Each night the colors are different. In the beginning, there is too be a light show. Now, it's 1 solid color. Pedestrian walkway is great. It's an easy hike from Sunnyside, Queens to Greenpoint, Brooklyn. It's about a mile walk. Brooklyn puts you in the residential area. Queens puts you by the cemetery or the industrial area. Enjoy.

When I cross this bridge, I usually have to bayonne my best behaviour, because it's a bit…read moredangerous. The Bayonne Bridge is pretty and will get you to Staten Island, and it's currently undergoing construction and is EZ pass only, in fact because nobody without EZ Pass is even allowed on here anymore, cash customers need to avoid this bridge. It's the fifth longest Steel Bridge in the world, and at night time they annoyingly constantly are closing it. The roadworks were in full effect as recently as the last time I used it. The footpath is absolutely lovely, but of course traffic is a bit more now that it's a nicer bridge. Now let's finish with a song (unless we're in Helsinki, in which case we'll Finnish with a song). Somewhere (ba dum bum bum) Bayonne the sea (ba dum bum bum) Somewhere waiting for me

Possibly one of the bridges that at the same time get LOTS of traffic daily, and that in the worst…read morecondition. The amount of hours I spent in my life waiting for this gate to clear from vehicles is enormous. And it's condition? Thank got they started working on it. The view from this bridge is a view that show you the heavy industrial area surrounding the area. And the bridge bland well with that rusty color and dirty water bellow it. You know, I started with 1 star, and added one just now while writing, thinking there is something cool about this bridge after all...

If you want to date either Rebecca De Morney or Portia De Rossi, and Portia is already taken, then…read moreTry Becca. There's not a lot of love for the little Tribeca Bridge. It is just a little bridge, I'm not sure why it doesn't get enough love. It's a nice footbridge going over whip Nae Nae (not sure why I said that) on the west side of town, oh I meant 9A, the street that at most times a day you would not really want to try to cross on foot, although I've done so many times. It's a 1992 Bridge and there are nice views despite the obstruction from the grates. It's pretty over here and due to the great views, I like it a lot, and I'm definitely not going to give it less than a four, even though everybody else seemed to do so.

A cool pedestrian foot bridge that lies above West Street (Route 9A) intersecting Chambers Street…read morewhere it connects Stuyvesant High School and Rockefeller Park that provides a safe passage for students across the busy and dangerous intersection. Completed in 1992, Tribeca Bridge resonate a modern design. Steps leading to the bridge are spiral and long stairway but hones a beautiful view of the entry way. Albeit, a safe passage to cross the street but with the long spiral stairway and walk way it does not save time, otherwise I'd suggest to cross at street level dodging perilous traffic. Elevator ability is accessible for those with physical limitations and, it is to my belief, feeds a foul stench. Through the grates of this pedestrian foot bridge some nice views are presented.

This is one of my favorite things about my neighborhood the view is absolutely beautiful. The…read morereflection of the sun on the water, the view itself and the chirping of the birds is a great feeling. This is a great place to go jogging, walking or bike riding which I often see people do. I love walking my dog on this route when I want to take her on longer walks..she gets to enjoy the long walk and I get to transport myself mentally outside of the Bronx with the view of the water, the trees etc. If you're going to walk your dogs be cautious, I don't allow her to go to the grass area because there is glass All over! Near the fence and especially on the grass side. The reason is because the evil people like to break car windows at night in this area. The reservoir is notorious for that and tire robberies. There's never glass on the actual path you would normally walk on. It's never crowded, even during the summer. There's probably 1 or 2 groups of people who will pullout chairs and listen to music coming out of their cars but it never gets crowded like the park across the street does. Clean up of the area tends to be good, there will be garbage across the fence area which is clear has just been blown away from the garbage can nearby. It usually gets cleared by the next day.

I love walking around the Reservoir it clears the mind. The area around it always clean and well…read moretaken care of. Depending on the weather the area might be more crowded but enjoy the view

Love this wonderful residential street! Having lived in the neighborhood, it was one of the places…read morewould bring my visitors to see this amazing, quaint, picturesque remaining street of wooden row homes in Manhattan. Take time to also enjoy the adjacent historic Morris Jumel mansion - Washington actually slept here - and neighborhood brownstones. That being said, don't bring your tourbus! It destroys the tranquility of the space!

Absolutely loved this street! It's such a nice hidden gem. The houses are really nice and it feels…read morelike you're transported to another city or country. This street feels like your in Netherlands. They also had a flee market when I was there, selling stuff like jewelry, old electronics, DVDs, CDs, and vinyls. There are people that actually live in the houses, I saw plenty of people go in and out of the houses. What I like is that this street isn't too busy, or swarming with tourists. It truly feels like you're back in old New York.