Private Brooklyn Bridge Tour with a Local
Description
Everyone else comes to the Bridge to take a photo and move on. Not us - we'll understand the huge effort that went in to getting the Bridge built, the lives lost and made, the scandals and celebrations. It's such a beautiful bridge but even better when you understand how it came to be. In many ways the story of New York is the story of the Brooklyn Bridge. Almost nothing you see in the City existed before the Bridge - we'll use the Bridge as a way to understand the City that rose around it - the buildings, the other bridges, the transportation system, the people. And then there are all the fun stories that span 140 years. We'll have a jam packed 90 minutes exploring the bridge, the city, and their history.
Tour Options
Itinerary
We'll meet in one of the oldest parts of Brooklyn. We'll spend 30 minutes walking around the base of the bridge, admiring the best views of it, and discussing the amazing story of how it was built
Then we'll walk over the bridge, getting a chance to examine the architecture up close. Walking over the Bridge is an amazing experience and we'll talk about how much and how little this process has changed in the last 140 years, finishing the story of its construction and its long life
We'll finish up on the Manhattan side of the Bridge inside the lovely City Hall Park where we can see the alternative side of the Bridge.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(11)
!Very interesting and informative! We learned so many fascinating facts about the bridge and its history.
Jon was an amazing host and shared in depth history pertaining to the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. He is passionate about his City and the Bridge that served as an architectural/engineering feat that took NYC to amazing heights!
Brooklyn bridge walking tour with Jonathan was probably the most memorable experience during our trip in New York City. He was knowledgeable, informative and passionate about the bridge. We highly recommend booking with Jonathan (local). Thank you so much for a wonderful experience!
If you want to walk the Brooklyn Bridge, and never forget you crossed it, go with Jonathan. He is extremely well informed; he knows about the details ánd the historical context. And, not a minor detail: he is a storyteller pur sang. You’ll hear about the family who built it, the disasters that happened on the way, about construction challenges in those days and why it’s still here today. During the walk he shows historical pictures and drawings for a better understanding. Honestly, after having crossed the bridge with him, you are as passionate about it as he is. / This message is from a historian from the Netherlands.
Jon, our private Tour Guide, was personable and patient with our questions, knowlegable about the Bridge's history and architecture- very insightful. He knew the Roebling family history well, and 1000+ points for his many shout-outs to the critical, central role that Emily Roebling played in the Bridge's completion! Plus, it was a sunny, clear evening, and the Sunset was absolutely spectacular. I would recommend Jon's tour to anyone.
Jon was knowledgeable and passionate about the subject. Great experience with valuable insights about this iconic bridge!
The tour was awesome! Jon, our tour guide was great, very nice, professional, knowledgeable and very passionate about bridges. He made it very entertaining, I would do it again!!!
Jon shared the most significant and interesting aspects of the bridge in an easily comprehensible and enthusiastic way. Truly fascinating. I highly recommend.
We enjoyed this tour a lot. Our guide John has a lot of knowledge of the bridge and its history. He will take you to the best spots for pictures and he will share a lot of great and interesting information. Thank you John, we had a very good time and you were great!
We had an amazing time with our guide Jonathan. His passion and knowledge for the Brooklyn Bridge was outstanding. He so rightly said when we were talking that a bridge is just a bridge until you know about it's history and he was so right. The background of the architecture, building and all it's history were mind blowing. It was such a hot day and we had such a great experience. Jonathan is a credit to your team and I cannot recommend him enough. Thank you Jonathan for such a great day :) Sally and the Family xxx
