Livingston Avenue Bridge, Albany

Name: Livingston Avenue Bridge
Address: Albany, United States

#64 among attractions in Albany

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The Livingston Avenue Bridge is a railroad bridge over the Hudson River in New York connecting Albany and Rensselaer. The original structure was built in 1866 by the Hudson River Bridge Company but was replaced in 1901–02. A rotating swing bridge span allows large ships to proceed up the river. ()

Opened: 1902 (122 years ago)Length: 1272 ftCoordinates: 42°39'15"N, 73°44'30"W

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Livingston Avenue Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Times Union Center, The Egg Building, Albany City Hall, Huck Finn's Playland.

0.8 miSW
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Times Union Center, Albany
20 min walk • The Times Union Center stands as a bustling hub of entertainment and sports in the heart of Albany, New York. This indoor arena, with its capacity to accommodate up to 17,500 spectators, has been a landmark of the city since its opening in 1990.
0.9 miW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
The Egg Building, Albany
23 min walk • The Egg is a performing arts venue in Albany, New York. Named for its shape, the building was designed by Harrison & Abramovitz as part of the Empire State Plaza project, and built between 1966 and 1978. It is located in the northeast corner of the Plaza.
0.7 miW
Romanesque architecture, City hall, Romanesque revival architecture
Albany City Hall, Albany
18 min walk • Albany City Hall is the seat of government of the city of Albany, New York, United States. It houses the office of the mayor, the Common Council chamber, the city and traffic courts, as well as other city services.
0.8 miN
Theme park, Amusement park
Huck Finn's Playland, Albany
20 min walk • Huck Finn's Playland is an amusement park located in Albany, New York. It opened in 2015 and features the rides of the former Hoffman's Playland.
0.9 miW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany
24 min walk • The Albany Institute of History & Art is a museum in Albany, New York, United States, "dedicated to collecting, preserving, interpreting and promoting interest in the history, art, and culture of Albany and the Upper Hudson Valley region". It is located on Washington Avenue in downtown Albany.
0.4 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Palace Theatre, Albany
11 min walk • The Palace Theatre is an entertainment venue in downtown Albany, New York, located on the corner of Clinton Avenue and North Pearl Street. The theatre is operated by the Palace Performing Arts Center, Inc - a 501 non-profit organization.
0.7 miW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Albany
17 min walk • St. Peter's Episcopal Church, also known as St. Peter's Church, is located in downtown Albany, New York, United States. It was designed in the mid-19th century by Richard Upjohn and his son Richard M. Upjohn in the French Gothic Revival architectural style.
0.6 miNW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Ten Broeck Mansion, Albany
15 min walk • The Ten Broeck Mansion in Albany, New York was built in 1797. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971.
0.5 miW
Church
First Church in Albany, Albany
12 min walk • The First Reformed Church, also known as First Church in Albany or North Dutch Church, is located at North Pearl and Orange streets in Albany, New York, United States. It is a member congregation of the Reformed Church in America. The building was designed by Philip Hooker and built in the period of 1797–1799.
0.5 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Capital Repertory Theatre, Albany
12 min walk • Capital Repertory Theatre is a 309-seat professional regional theatre in Albany, New York. Capital Rep is the only theatre in the Capital District in the League of Resident Theatres.
0.4 miW
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Albany Center Gallery, Albany
11 min walk • Albany Center Gallery is a nonprofit art space located in downtown Albany, New York. Supported by city, state, corporate and foundation funds, as well as fundraisers, individual donations and memberships, the Gallery is dedicated to the exhibition of regional artists within a...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Livingston Avenue Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center, Albany (9 min walk), Buildings at 744–750 Broadway, Albany (10 min walk), Patroon Agent's House and Office, Albany (10 min walk), Broadway–Livingston Avenue Historic District, Albany (11 min walk).

How to get to Livingston Avenue Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Livingston Avenue Bridge:

Bus

Broadway & Peter D Kiernan Plaza • Lines: 224, 540 (12 min walk)
Broadway • Lines: 905 (16 min walk)

Train

Albany-Rensselaer (23 min walk)