Walk across the iconic Brooklyn Bridge with a professional local guide on this 3-hour walking tour of Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights, and DUMBO. Learn the fascinating history behind one of New York City’s greatest engineering achievements, discover the elegant streets of historic Brooklyn Heights, and explore the vibrant waterfront neighborhood of DUMBO. Along the way, enjoy spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline, East River, and Statue of Liberty while hearing the stories, people, and events that shaped these iconic Brooklyn neighborhoods.
Walking Across the Brooklyn Bridge
Begin your tour by walking across the Brooklyn Bridge, one of New York City’s most iconic landmarks. Learn how this groundbreaking suspension bridge was designed and built in the 19th century, the challenges faced by the engineers and workers who constructed it, and why the bridge remains one of the city's greatest engineering achievements.
As you cross the bridge, your guide will point out historic details and share stories about the people who built, opened, and used the bridge. Along the way, enjoy spectacular views of Lower Manhattan, the East River, the Statue of Liberty, and Brooklyn while stopping at some of the bridge's best photo locations.
Explore Historic Brooklyn Heights
After crossing the Brooklyn Bridge, continue into Brooklyn Heights, one of New York City's most historic and beautiful neighborhoods. Known as America's first suburb, Brooklyn Heights is filled with elegant brownstones, tree-lined streets, and fascinating stories.
Learn about George Washington's doomed stand during the Revolutionary War, the Underground Railroad, and some of the neighborhood's famous residents, including Truman Capote, Arthur Miller, and Norman Mailer. Your guide will also take you to the Brooklyn Heights Promenade, where you'll enjoy breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, Brooklyn Bridge, and New York Harbor.
Explore DUMBO and the Brooklyn Waterfront
Continue into DUMBO, one of Brooklyn's most exciting neighborhoods. Once a busy industrial district, DUMBO—short for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass—has been transformed into a vibrant waterfront destination known for its cobblestone streets, historic buildings, art, restaurants, and spectacular bridge views.
Walk along the waterfront and visit some of DUMBO's most famous sights, including the Washington Street view of the Manhattan Bridge, the historic Fulton Ferry District, Jane's Carousel, and Time Out Market. Along the way, learn how Brooklyn's waterfront evolved from an industrial center into one of New York City's most popular neighborhoods.
Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights & DUMBO Tour Highlights
- Walk across the iconic Brooklyn Bridge with a professional local guide
- Learn the fascinating history behind the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge
- Explore historic Brooklyn Heights and its elegant brownstone-lined streets
- Take in spectacular views from the Brooklyn Heights Promenade
- Discover DUMBO, the historic Fulton Ferry District, and the famous Manhattan Bridge view
- Visit Jane's Carousel and see other iconic Brooklyn waterfront landmarks
- Hear stories about the people, events, and industries that shaped these neighborhoods
- Enjoy photo opportunities overlooking the Manhattan skyline, East River, and New York Harbor
Sites You'll Visit
Brooklyn Bridge
Walk across this iconic New York landmark and learn about its groundbreaking engineering, construction, and place in New York City history.
Brooklyn Heights
Explore one of Brooklyn's oldest and most historic residential neighborhoods, known for its beautiful brownstones, tree-lined streets, and famous residents.
Brooklyn Heights Promenade
Take in spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline, Brooklyn Bridge, East River, and New York Harbor from this famous waterfront walkway.
Fulton Ferry District
Discover the historic waterfront area where Brooklyn's ferry service once connected the borough with Manhattan and learn about its important role in Brooklyn's development.
Washington Street & the Manhattan Bridge
See one of DUMBO's most photographed locations, where the Manhattan Bridge frames the Empire State Building in the distance.
Jane's Carousel
See the beautifully restored historic carousel overlooking the East River and Brooklyn Bridge.
DUMBO
Explore the former industrial neighborhood of DUMBO Brooklyn and learn how its warehouses, factories, and waterfront were transformed into one of New York City's most popular neighborhoods.
Time Out Market
Pass through this popular Brooklyn destination in the heart of DUMBO and learn more about the neighborhood's transformation.
...and much more!
Choose How You Pay
Pay what you wish or prepay your tour — the choice is yours.
With our Name-Your-Own-Price option, you can reserve your place with a $5 booking fee and decide after the tour what the experience was worth to you. You can also choose to prepay the full tour price when booking if you prefer.
The Name-Your-Own-Price option is available for individuals and small groups. Group rates apply to larger parties.
Whether you're visiting New York City for the first time or returning to discover more of Brooklyn, this Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights & DUMBO walking tour combines history, architecture, neighborhood stories, spectacular views, and unforgettable photo opportunities. Explore three of Brooklyn's most iconic destinations with an expert local guide and discover the stories that bring these neighborhoods to life. Reserve your spot today and experience the Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights, and DUMBO with us.
Tour Information
- Duration: 3 hours
- Meeting Point: Meet your guide at the green Elevator Kiosk next to the Brooklyn Bridge–City Hall Subway Station (4, 5, 6 trains) on the Manhattan side of the Brooklyn Bridge. Use the Centre Street exit (between Chambers Street and the Brooklyn Bridge Promenade). The kiosk is on the same side of Centre Street as City Hall Park—there is no need to enter the park. (map)
- Ending Point: The tour concludes at Fulton Ferry Landing in Brooklyn. From there, you may continue exploring DUMBO, Brooklyn Bridge Park, or, if you wish, purchase a ticket for the NYC Ferry to Pier 11/Wall Street or other Manhattan ferry terminals (ferry ticket not included).
- Tour Type: Guided walking tour Neighborhoods: Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights & DUMBO
- Payment: Choose Pay-What-You-Wish or prepay when booking (group rates apply)
- Tour Type: Guided walking tour
- Walking: Approximately 3 hours of walking, including crossing the Brooklyn Bridge
- Accessibility: There are stairs along the standard tour route. Guests using a wheelchair should contact us before booking so we can give the guide time to plan an appropriate route. Guests who are able to walk down the stairs may choose to follow the standard route.
- Weather: The tour runs rain or shine.
Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights & DUMBO Map