Tappan Zee Bridge Is Longest Bridge In New York State

Here at Only In New York, we love highlighting all sorts of adventures that you can take within this wonderful state of ours. In the past, we’ve highlighted some of our favorite hikes that will lead you to unique bridges that you can cross over, but how many of New York’s most epic bridges have you managed to cross off of your bucket list? If you’re ready to enjoy an adventure all from the seat of your car, then see what it’s like to go for a drive over the longest bridge in the Empire State!

Down within our scenic Hudson Valley region, the Tappan Zee Bridge happens to be the longest bridge in all of New York State.

To take a quick trip down memory lane, the original Tappan Zee Bridge of New York stood over the Hudson River between 1955 and 2017 - formerly spanning across the river's second widest point.

To provide our drivers with a more safe bridge to travel along, in 2018 the official opening of the new Tappan Zee Bridge was unveiled for all to travel across.

Now, New Yorkers can make their way across the new and architecturally stunning Tappan Zee Bridge - one of only two crossings that stretches across the Hudson River within Rockland and Westchester Counties.

Offering sweeping views of the Hudson Valley, if you're a passenger while traveling across this bridge, you'll find your head constantly on a swivel as you soak in all of the sights.

The Tappan Zee Bridge is a total of 16,368-feet long...

...making for a driving an adventure that's just over 3-miles long.

Costing nearly $4 billion dollars to complete, the new bridge that you see before you today is one that will leave you completely in awe - and yes, beautifully lights up at night for all to see!

Carrying traffic from the New York State Thruway, I-87, and I-287, you'll find people from all around New York and beyond making their way across this breathtaking bridge.

So, if you're looking for an adventure that you'll never forget and can enjoy from the seat of your car, then consider taking a drive across the Tappan Zee Bridge - New York's longest bridge.

If you’re wondering what other notable bridges exist here in the Empire State, then be sure to also read about how The Longest Covered Bridge In New York, Blenheim Covered Bridge, Is 210 Feet Long!

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