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    Ed U.

    Crossing the Brooklyn Bridge is a must for any visitor, but it can get awfully packed. And I get called on to take photos constantly since I'm Asian. They just figure I've got the gift. Know what I mean? Well, Jamie W. and I just discovered crossing the Williamsburg Bridge was a nice alternative since few people take advantage of the pedestrian walkway. Sure, it was kinda grungy and covered in graffiti. But it worked just fine with worthwhile East River views through the rusted metal grates. We started in Manhattan's Lower East Side on Delancey Street and followed random joggers and scooters as they approached the entrance to the incline. It took us about forty minutes to walk the bridge. The terminus in Williamsburg was Bedford Avenue, a main thoroughfare for shopping and cafes, and exactly where we wanted to begin our Brooklyn adventure. Nearby was the newish Domino Park on the waterfront (review) where we could look back on the bridge from below. Is the Williamsburg Bridge the great unsung span connecting NYC? I guess it is. RELATED - Interested in NYC's attractions? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2ZvQA2F

    Coy W.

    After a massive meal at Katz's we decided to walk over to Brooklyn and we decided to take the Williamsburg Bridge across. It was a nice walk over to the bridge as I'd never actually walked across this bridge. When we got close, it took a minute to realize how to get to the bridge to cross. A few fumbled crosswalks later and we were on the bridge. I have to say even though the bridge was under construction, it was really nice to have directional and separate paths for bikes and pedestrians. It felt safe not having to worry that somebody was going to bump into us. The bridge itself has some views of both skylines. Though some of it was obstructed due to the construction. It's not as beautiful as the Brooklyn bridge but also doesn't have the traffic of it either. It's a 10-15 minute brisk walk across to Williamsburg. At no time did it feel unsafe crossing here and the weather was gorgeous that day. Once we got to Williamsburg we were looking for some coffee...and L'Industrie

    Veronika B.

    The Williamsburg bridge features a dedicated side for cyclists and one for pedestrians. A pretty easy and quick walk takes you from Williamsburg Brooklyn to the lower east side in Manhattan in about 15-20 minutes. Unfortunately this bridge seems like parts of it have been under never-ending construction for years with plenty of potholes and bumps, on the roadway and the bike path alike. I have only seen police here once (in 20 years) enforcing rules against mopeds and scooters in the bike lane. The architecture makes for a great juxtaposition against the iconic Manhattan skyline. The Manhattan side south bike entrance has to be one of the worst ever, forcing you off the path to navigate through the pedestrian cross walk just to get back on the path, makes no sense at all, it could really use a redesign.

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    Francine L.

    Williamsburg Bridge should be a must go for people that are movie buffs. This bridge has been shot around at for different movies and shows. Overall this bridge is over 100 years old and deserves some kind of recognition. You can walk, drive and also it has the subway to go from east side to Brooklyn. Overall I say this bridge has so much character and I actually do love the graffiti. It still is here and overall I think while your walking on this bridge during the day you can see a very good view of the city from so many viewpoints. But yes there is wiring so maybe for photos it isn't that good but it's just overall super cool to see. Since coming back here twice in a year within months apart I really enjoyed walking the entire bridge. I saw bikers, runners and walkers all around. I saw the subway train and saw plenty of slow moving cars. I saw boats on the water. It's honestly a beautiful site to take in. Give this bridge some credit it has been here longer than many of you guys!! Established in 1903, how would you be looking if you were that old?

    Avery D.

    This is a unique bridge! Compared to the Manhattan or Brooklyn Bridge, the view may not be as great, but the bridge itself is the view. There's a ton of graffiti all over it which is fun to look at. The view with on the pedestrian side isn't as cool as the view from the biking side, so I would recommend biking over the bridge. Seems like it would be fun!

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    Steve A.

    A bridge from Manhattan to hipster heaven. It's functionally a pretty good bridge. This carries traffic between the two boroughs. It's kind of far from the other two famous bridges. The bridge is kind of nice looking, not including the graffiti covering it. Aesthetically, it's no Brooklyn Bridge. It's metal and painted red, more modern looking. The bridge is still a sight to walk across, mostly because of the views. It's great no matter which way you're crossing. The views of Manhattan aren't as good as the Brooklyn Bridge. It's almost as good as the Manhattan Bridge. The bridge is covered in colorful graffiti. Of course you would never see that on the other bridge. This makes it seem lesser, though it's often entertaining reading. If you're driving across it, this is free. It eventually becomes the Queens Brooklyn Expressway. The subway also travels along it.

    Deborah M.

    What a beautiful bridge, but the drive over it is simply too short to enjoy the real splendor. Even when your stuck in traffic dealing with idiots the bridge does not give you enough time. There is just something sort of magical about this bridge and I am by no way some lover of bridges. This one is just amazing. If you get to NYC definitely drive over the bridge a few times to get your fill of the wonder.

    Lisa E.

    this is a loud and crappy bridge to walk over lacking all of the charm and views of the Brooklyn Bridge to the south. It does lack the huge crowds and has a dedicated bike lane, which the other does not have. Even worse, when you walk to the Manhattan side, you are dumped onto the least exciting area of the LES. So, if you are looking to choose between which bridge to enjoy a leisurely walk over, this is not the best choice. If you are riding to and from work or driving into that area, it's long and narrow and free.

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    Gorgeous view of Brooklyn and Manhattan from this bridge, walk over it and enjoy the view.

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    Brooklyn Bridge - I love those who yearn for the impossible.
  ― Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

    Brooklyn Bridge

    4.6(1.7k reviews)
    2.4 km

    Connecting Lower Manhattan with Brooklyn Heights, this iconic bridge is architectural marvel known…read morethe world over. Completed in 1883, this suspension bridge with its visually familiar stone arches has been featured in many Hollywood blockbusters including: Spider-Man, The French Connection, Enchanted, Sex and the City, I Am Legend, Cloverfield, Godzilla, Deep Impact, Moonstruck, and Sophie's Choice. Fun fact: in order to prove its safety, P.T. Barnum once crossed the bridge with 21 elephants. Today, this bridge averages nearly 29K pedestrians and over 103K vehicles PER DAY. Although I've been in NYC a handful of times, I've only ever walked across this bridge once in my life. Started on the Manhattan side and made my way over to Brooklyn, before walking it back over to Manhattan. All in, took me about 20mins with multiple stops for photos. On both ends of the bridge, you'll find a variety of merchants hawking their goods. Although there is substantially more on the Manhattan side than Brooklyn. A lot of the vendors will carry the same goods, but the prices are not all made equal. I recommend walking a bit deeper in if you spot something you like to see if you can find it cheaper. You can always double back if you cannot find it again. The pedestrian promenade is pretty wide and accommodates a pretty heavy flow of foot traffic, with plenty of room to stop to take pictures. And speaking of pictures, you'll definitely be treated to gorgeous, unobstructed views of the Lower Manhattan skyline and the East River walking in either direction. There is also separate protected bicycle path which is great in preventing collisions between pedestrians and cyclists. Come here on a beautiful day like I did and enjoy the extra cardio while soaking up the view. It's definitely worth it and something you should do at least once when visiting NYC.

    I love walking the Brooklyn Bridge. Whether you're a local, tourist, or regular visitor like…read moremyself, it's something everyone should do at least once. It's one of the most iconic structures in the world. The architecture and infrastructure of this bridge are mind-blowing. Many folks use the bridge in pedestrian as well as via motor vehicles form as their daily route. The views from the bridge are just incredible. As others have mentioned, it takes a good 30 minutes to walk and it goes by quickly. Don't hesitate to do it. Walk the bridge! It's a bucketlist item for sure.

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    'Remember, you have no companions but your shadow' --Genghis Khan

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    Fort Greene - Foggy and gray in Brooklyn today.

    Fort Greene

    4.8(13 reviews)
    2.6 kmFort Greene

    Fort Greene "is The Joint" I'm guessing my older more famous cohort Spike would say of his old…read morestomping grounds. I took this part of the hood for granted growing up. Later learned that the tower was a memorial for our Revolutionary War fallen veterans. George Washington snuck away from the Redcoats in the middle of the fog to avoid defeat in one of the many Revolutionary W battles. Spike Lee had a store The Spike Lee Joint selling clothing hats etc from his line at the time from the 80's to I believe 90's. Tennis courts in Fort Greene Park. Also the park was the site of the gauntlet gang initiation scene in The Education of Sonny Carson. Brooklyn Tech. The Brooklyn Academy of Music, The Barclay's, Junior's, The Albee Square Food Court, and countless excellent restaurants. Oh. And don't forget the Clock which used to be one of the tallest structures in Brooklyn before the 2000's and the Chase Building that looks like something from Lord of the Rings. It is a residential area with beautiful brownstones. Truly an awesome neighborhood

    If you ever need to test the durability of a backpack, just spend a day at Fort Greene Park. Mine…read morehas now survived three unexpected dirt slides, one collision with an overenthusiastic golden retriever, and a near-disastrous moment where I thought I lost my sketchbook in the grass. (It was under my leg. Typical.) I originally came here to get some work done, but that plan derailed when I got distracted by a group of people practising acrobatics on the lawn. Watching someone casually flip through the air while you struggle to open a granola bar puts things in perspective. They fell a few times, laughed it off, and tried again--like failure wasn't even a thing to consider. I respect that. One day, a woman with calloused hands sat next to me and began carefully arranging leaves on the bench beside her. She sorted them by colour--deep reds, crisp yellows, tired browns--before pressing each one flat against the wood as if committing them to memory. A breeze came through and scattered her careful work, but she only smiled and started again. I almost asked what she was making, but some things don't need a final form to have meaning. Five stars. Come here if you need space to think or if you want a reminder that the world is full of people quietly working on things that matter to them.

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    Van Gogh's Ear - Van Gogh's Ear, a public art sculpture by Elmgreen & Dragset

    Van Gogh's Ear

    5.0(3 reviews)
    5.1 kmMidtown East, Midtown West

    Don't look for this work of art. It's not there. If you were lucky enough to see it, write a…read morereview. It's pretty cool if you stare and stare. Then all of a sudden you realize what you're looking at! My photos are from April 14, 2016. It was a beautiful Spring Day. I am enjoying reminiciing about today during the Arctic Blast!

    "Van Gogh's Ear", a public art sculpture by Elmgreen & Dragset, is in place at 30 Rockefeller…read morePlaza, right across the street from the entrance to Sak's 5th Ave. The sculpture, by the same duo that brought us the Prada Marfa Store in the middle of the Texas desert, is a tribute to the ready-made style of Marcel Duchamp. The sculpture is a 30 foot tall swimming pool, taken out of its normal context and displayed in its side with a diving board built in at the top. One of my favorite elements are the working lights on the inside left and right of the pool sculpture. Being that it's out of context - a recreational object in the middle of a commercial center - it creates a sense of longing and desire for recreation over industry and gives you an off-kilter feeling (why am I going to work when I could be swimming!). Overall a great piece of colorful public art at placed I a great spot for the perfect season. The piece is on display from April 13th though June 3rd, 2016. Catch it while you can!

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