A marvel of civil engineering, the Brooklyn Bridge is a powerful symbol of not only New York’s modern age, but of the optimism that pervaded the whole country at the time. Unlike other monuments of its age, (it shares a birth year with Edison’s “Electric Lighting System,” and national time zones) the Brooklyn Bridge is still in actual, practical use every day. Taking your children for a trip across the great structure will be part adventure in heights and part history lesson. If you’re in a hurry, drive across and admire the view from the window of your car. If you have a bit of time, take the kids on a stroll across the bridge and into Brooklyn. On the way, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of lower Manhattan and the East River. Grab a slice of pizza in Brooklyn, and then take the subway from High Street back into the city.
Location: Brooklyn Bridge, NY, NY 10038
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