Visit this car-free waterfront esplanade to capture the sunrise fog and geometric shape of the highway’s underbelly. On a beautiful sunny day, this spot also boasts unobstructed views of the Manhattan and Brooklyn bridges.
Plan
Overview
Skill level
Easy
Accessbility
Public Location
Hours
Anytime
Fee
Free
Pack
Wide-angle lens (26mm)
Model
How to get there
N40° 42' 29.754"W73° 59' 55.0716"
This image was taken below FDR Drive along the East River Bikeway, east of the Brooklyn Bridge.
To get there, park your car using public parking on South Street. Then, turn left onto the East River Bikeway. After taking a 5-minute walk toward the Manhattan Bridge, you'll arrive at the location of the shot.
By Subway:
- Closest Station: Fulton Street Station (2 or 3 Train)
- Head southeast on Fulton St toward Gold St
- Slight left to stay on Fulton St
- Turn left onto E River Bikeway
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