High Bridge

The High Bridge

New York City’s Oldest Standing Bridge Connects Manhattan and the Bronx

After closing for more than 40 years, The High Bridge—New York City’s oldest standing bridge—is open! Come explore this iconic landmark that connects pedestrians and bicyclists from Manhattan and the Bronx.

Visit the High Bridge

The High Bridge connects the neighborhoods of Washington Heights in Manhattan and Highbridge in the Bronx, and is accessible from both boroughs.

The High Bridge is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. High Bridge hours will change seasonally.

How to Reach the High Bridge

If you are entering the High Bridge from the Manhattan side, please enter Highbridge Park at West 172nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue and walk east to the High Bridge Water Tower Terrace staircase down to the bridge level. If entering from the Bronx side, enter at University Avenue and 170th Street in Highbridge, Bronx.

For ADA access, please use the ramp located at 167th Street and Edgecombe Avenue on the Manhattan side or the ramp north of 170th Street and University Avenue on the Bronx side.

Street parking is limited.

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