The 11 Best Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO Tours

1.Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO Neighborhood Tour – from Manhattan to Brooklyn

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 826 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $49Our pick

Start at Tweed Courthouse at 11:00 am and walk 2.5 hours across the Brooklyn Bridge into DUMBO. A local guide covers bridge engineering, Brooklyn civic history, and neighborhood life, with time for photos before finishing at Brooklyn Bridge Park and its lunch spots.

“We had a fantastic knowledgeable guide. This is the only way to learn about the history of the Bridge and the Dumbo (Down Under Manhattan Bridge Overpass) area. Would highly recommend.”

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2.Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO Food Tour: Local Eats & Landmarks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 478 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $69

Spend about three hours walking from Brooklyn Heights to DUMBO, with stops for pizza, sweets, and other local bites. Guides such as Eric, Alex, Mickey, and Tavia add neighborhood history, architecture, and practical food tips. Groups are capped at 12, with private tours available.

“Erik was amazing and was just fantastic, his knowledge was vast and he knew absolutely everything. Erik made it fun and very vibrant.”

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3.2-Hour Brooklyn Bridge Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 230 reviews · 2 hours · from $59

You’ll ride a comfortable hybrid bike from 79 Chambers Street through downtown Manhattan and Brooklyn, crossing the Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges. Guides such as Paul, Bob, Eddie, and Johannes lead an easy-paced route with frequent photo stops, city history, and skyline views. Basic bike-riding ability is required.

“Brilliant experience ! Eddie was a great guide We had super sunny day which made the whole experience wonderful. The place is easy to give easy walking distance from both Brooklyn Bridge and World Tease Centre They provided great lightweight Cannonade bikes with super comfy seats, a well fitting and adjustable helmet and basket Effie checked we could all ride a bike ( sometimes people do join the ride abd cannot cycle !!! ) YOU MUST BE ABLE TO RUDE A BIKE TO FO THIS TOUR Went at comfortable pace not yo fast or slow Stops to check everyone together Stop in Brooklyn for photos Fabulous way to see the…”

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4.Walking tour in Manhattan Brooklyn Bridge and Waterfront

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 222 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (approx.) · from $29Best value

Walk from City Hall across the Brooklyn Bridge and into DUMBO, Brooklyn Bridge Park, and Brooklyn Heights with local guide Scott. Expect about three miles, a relaxed pace, bridge history, photo stops, waterfront views, and practical advice on food and getting back to Manhattan.

“The walking tour was phenomenal! It was the right amount of time and did allow breaks. The tour guide was super friendly and he knew the city! I loved his personality! I love history and the tour gave tidbits of information about New York I would have never read about. Plus, we stumbled upon some celebrities. 😁😁😁”

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5.Brooklyn Bridge and Dumbo District Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 200 reviews · 2h 30m · from $49

Meet your licensed guide at Tweed Court House for a 2 to 2.5-hour walk across the Brooklyn Bridge and through DUMBO. Expect bridge history, skyline views, photo stops, and local tips from guides such as Sean, Kevin, Kyle, and others. Tours run in English or Spanish.

“Our Guide, Shawn, provided a wealth of information regarding the Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO and answered a ton of information about the bridge and the community beneath it. He was courteous and concerned for everyone on the tour.”

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6.Brooklyn Bridge and Dumbo Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 186 reviews · 2 hours · from $34

Walk from Manhattan to Brooklyn with guides such as Nick, Max, or Deborah, learning about the bridge’s accidents, politics, and elephant parade. Finish in Dumbo among cobbled streets and converted warehouses. Expect two miles of walking, English commentary, and great photo stops.

“the tour guide was so nice to me and my service dog- funny also and he was very informative about the tour”

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7.Brooklyn Bridge and Waterfront 2-hour Guided Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 184 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59

Start at 79 Chambers Street and pedal through Lower Manhattan, past Wall Street, South Street Seaport, and harbor views, then cross Brooklyn Bridge into DUMBO. Guides such as Eddie, Paul, Bob, and Alex lead the 2-hour ride, with a hybrid bike, helmet, basket, and water included.

“We had to change the time & this was no stress or hassle. Chuck our guide was very informative answered any question - a fun and safe way to see the bridges etc Would definitely recommend”

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8.Brooklyn Bridge Waterfront Guided Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59

Join Scott for a small-group bike ride from City Hall Park across the Brooklyn Bridge and through Brooklyn Heights, DUMBO, Brooklyn Bridge Park, and the East River waterfront. Bikes and helmets are provided. Expect photo stops, local stories, and a manageable two-hour route.

“The bike tour was excellent. Scott was a great tour leader who had fantastic knowledge of the Brooklyn area. Tour with Scott definitely recommended.”

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9.Guided Bike Tour of Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 113 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59

Ride from 79 Chambers Street through Lower Manhattan, across the Brooklyn Bridge, into DUMBO and Brooklyn Heights, then back toward South Street Seaport. You get a bike or e-bike, helmet, and bag. Guides such as Kevin, Eddie, Paul, and Alex add local history, photos, and practical help.

“This was a really cool experience. Me and my son learned a lot about the history of the area. Our tour guide was fun and knowledgeable. I recommend you have some gloves and dress real warm during the winter.”

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10.Brooklyn Bridge Dumbo Walking Tour with Photography Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Join Andres Martinez for a 90-minute walk from Jane’s Carousel through Pebble Beach, DUMBO, and Brooklyn Bridge Park. Expect landmark stories, movie-style Brooklyn Bridge views, a stop near Gleason’s Gym, and guided photos for groups of up to six.

“I booked this Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO photo session with Andres, and it was such a great experience. He knew all the best spots for photos and guided me through each shot so naturally. The pictures came out amazing, honestly some of the best I’ve ever had taken of me.”

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11.Brooklyn Bridge at Night Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 1 hour 50 minutes (approx.) · from $150

Meet guide Zim or another professional photographer at 8:30 pm near Brooklyn Bridge. Over 1 hour 50 minutes, learn night settings, composition, bracketing, and bulb mode while photographing the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges, Brooklyn Bridge Park, and Manhattan’s lit skyline.

“Had an amazing and inspirational session with instructor Zim, and Mike helped correct a small issue over the phone. Awesome experience with the whole company!”

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