West Street pedestrian bridges, New York City
Facts and practical information
The West Street pedestrian bridges are a series of pedestrian bridges that cross West Street to connect the neighborhoods of Tribeca and the Financial District with Battery Park City in Lower Manhattan, New York City. The bridges were built to provide alternatives to crossing the busy street. Prior to the September 11 attacks, there were three bridges at Chambers Street, Vesey Street and Liberty Street. The Vesey Street and Liberty Street bridges connected the former World Trade Center complex with the World Financial Center. ()
199 Chambers StDowntown Manhattan (Tribeca)New York City 10007-1044
West Street pedestrian bridges – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: One World Trade Center, Brookfield Place, 225 Liberty Street, World Financial Center Plaza.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is West Street pedestrian bridges open?
- Monday 10 am - 6 pm
- Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
- Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
- Friday 10 am - 6 pm
- Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
- Sunday 10 am - 6 pm
Which popular attractions are close to West Street pedestrian bridges?
How to get to West Street pedestrian bridges by public transport?
Metro
- Chambers Street • Lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C (8 min walk)
- World Trade Center • Lines: Hob–Wtc, Nwk–Wtc (9 min walk)
Bus
- Church Street & Warren Street • Lines: 120 (8 min walk)
- The Oculus (10 min walk)
Ferry
- Brookfield Place / Battery Park City Ferry Terminal (9 min walk)
- Battery Park • Lines: Sc-Ny (26 min walk)
Light rail
- Exchange Place • Lines: Hblr (29 min walk)
- Harborside Financial Center • Lines: Hblr (29 min walk)