DUMBO
Neighbourhood · Brooklyn, New York

DUMBO

Photo: Benhodgson · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

DUMBO stands for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass. It consists of converted warehouses, cobblestone streets, and parks along the East River. Visitors look for the bridge structures and open views across the water.

On day 7 of Washington DC, Philadelphia and New York in 7 Days

Good to know

Tickets
No tickets required
Time needed
1 to 2 hours
Best time
Late afternoon
Getting there
F train to York Street or A/C trains to High Street

Itineraries with DUMBO

Day 7 of Washington DC, Philadelphia and New York in 7 Days

The High Line and Brooklyn

How DUMBO fits into a day.
  1. 10:00High LineNew York
  2. 13:00DUMBONew York
  3. 16:00Brooklyn Heights PromenadeNew York
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DUMBO questions

What does DUMBO stand for?

DUMBO stands for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass.

Is DUMBO safe to visit?

DUMBO is a busy residential and tourist area with standard urban precautions advised at night.

How do I get to DUMBO from Manhattan?

Take the F train to York Street or the A/C trains to High Street, then walk downhill to the waterfront.

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