From Manhattan: 1.5-Hour Brooklyn Bridge Running Tour
ID: GYG193109-299615
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Combine sweating and sightseeing as you run over the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges and through parts of lower Manhattan and Dumbo. Take in the incredible views of Manhattan and Brooklyn which used to be two separate cities.
This short run covers a lot of landmarks within the neighborhoods around the bridges, taking you over the Brooklyn Bridge and back on the Manhattan Bridge, then through the streets of Chinatown and The Five Point Area, before finishing up downtown in front of City Hall.
The tour will be a casually paced run that includes both Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges, parts of lower Manhattan and Dumbo. There are a few planned stops along the route where your guide will point out items of interest as well as good photo opportunities.
This route includes the steep inclines up both bridges. More than one guide will be provided depending on group size as well as varied paces. Please do not worry - you will not be left behind.
Highlights
- Run over the Brooklyn Bridge to learn how this modern marvel built over 125 years ago
- Take in the skyline of Lower Manhattan from the Manhattan Bridge
- Discover the historical Five Points neighborhood in Chinatown
- Enjoy the photographic views in Brooklyn Bridge Park
- Learn the story of George Washington's overnight escape during the Revolutionary War
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This is a 4.3 mile (approximately 7km) running tour designed with exciting stops along the route to interest all runners and is paced to accommodate all running levels
• The tour will approximately be 1 hour in duration
• Photos will be taken by your running guide but we encourage you to bring your own camera as well
• There will not be a coat/bag check for this tour, your running guide will be using a running backpack and will carry small items for you if necessary
In front of The Woolworth Building (233 Broadway), New York, NY 10279, USA. The closest subway stations are the 4/5/6 Trains to the Brooklyn Bridge Subway Station; N/R Trains to the City Hall Station.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
