1. Subway: Directions to Brooklyn Bridge Park and DUMBO by Subway
Visitors to DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park have three choices of subway.- A/C train to High Street, exit onto Cadman Plaza West. Walk left, toward the overhead highway; the street changes name to Old Fulton Street. Walk down the hill and bear left as you approach the East River. Continue on Fulton to DUMBO's Front Street to get a sense of the neighborhood.
- 2/3 train to Clark Street, take the Henry Street exit. Walk left on Henry Street. Go left on Cadman Plaza West/Old Fulton Street and walk downhill to the entrance to Brooklyn Bridge Park, located at the bottom of the hill, at the waterfront.
- F train to York Street, walk one block down Jay Street toward Manhattan, turning left at Front Street. Take Front Street until Old Fulton Street, turn right. The Turn left on Front Street. Proceed straight until Old Fulton Street. Turn right. The entrance to Brooklyn Bridge Park is located at the bottom of the hill, at the waterfront.
Travelers Tips:
— To avoid frustrating route changes, always check subway schedules on Hopstop or the New York City MTA Trip Planner website.
— All the subways above are at least a quarter of a mile (or half kilometre) from the beginning of Brooklyn Bridge Park.
— If you want to stop to pick up a snack, or see a bit of a historic Brooklyn Heights, the 2 or 3 subway is preferable.
2. Walking: Directions to Brooklyn Bridge Park and DUMBO After Walking the Brooklyn Bridge
It's very easy to reach DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park after walking across the Brooklyn Bridge. Use these helpful resources:- Directions on how to walk across the Brooklyn Bridge from Manhattan to Brooklyn.
- Detailed directions on where to exit the Brooklyn Bridge walkway to get to DUMBO.
3. Bus: Directions to Brooklyn Bridge Park and DUMBO By Bus
The B25 bus stops at Fulton Ferry landing. This bus runs from Bedford-Stuyvesant to Fort Greene to Downtown Brooklyn to Fulton Ferry, and back. Visitors to DUMBO who are unable to walk more than a few blocks might save a bit of walking by taking the bus to and from a stop within blocks of the 2 or 3 subway stop at Clark Street and back.This bus operates only in Brooklyn. See the B 25 Bus Schedule
Travelers Tip: Again, it's smart to check bus schedules on Hopstop or the New York City MTA Trip Planner website for possible delays or changes.
4. Ferry Boat: Seasonally, Take a Water Taxi from Manhattan to DUMBO
A wonderful way to get to DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park is by ferry. A water taxi operates between Manhattan and DUMBO — but only seasonally, starting in the late spring.
- Saturday and Sunday: The ferry runs between Pier 6, Fulton Ferry Landing and South Street Seaport.
- Fridays: The ferry runs between Pier 6, Fulton Ferry Landing and South Street Seaport and Governors Island. On Fridays, you can take your bike for free.
5. By Car: Driving to DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park
Finally, of course one can easily drive to DUMBO from Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, and Long Island; parking is another matter. DUMBO is located near the Gowanus Expressway, and of course, near to the Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan Bridge. For detailed directions check your destination's website, for instance directions to St. Ann's Warehouse in DUMBO.Travelers Tip: Where can you park a car in DUMBO or near Brooklyn Bridge Park?
However you get there, DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park are fun to explore. Have fun!
