Crossing This 176-Year-Old Bridge In New York Is Like Walking Through History

Ever wondered what it might feel like to walk on a piece of history? Wonder no more: In New York City, there is a bridge that connects Manhattan and The Bronx that is 176 years old! And it's currently open and operational as a pedestrian bridge, so anyone in the area is free to take a stroll or even bike over it. It might be our favorite historic bridge in New York City. To learn more, keep reading, below.

Originally called the Aqueduct Bridge, the High Bridge is the oldest bridge in all of New York City.

The bridge first opened as part of the Croton Aqueduct in 1848. More recently, it reopened as a pedestrian walkway in 2015. Before that, it was closed for 45 years.

A steel arch bridge with a height of 140 feet, the bridge towers over the Harlem River. The eastern end of the bridge is stationed in the Highbridge part of the Bronx, and the western tip is in Highbridge Park in Manhattan.

The bridge was first designed as a stone arch bridge, and had the look of a Roman aqueduct. In 1928, though, the bridge was replaced by a 450-foot steel arch.

Restoration of the bridge leading up to its current iteration started in 2009. It was a $20 million project.

Now, both walkers and bicyclists alike can enjoy this historic structure. We recommend checking it out on a sunny weekend.

New York City is full of history, and there are so many great buildings, parks and structures to check out. But we really insist that visitors to the city take a stroll on the High Bridge. It's a great way to get some exercise and also learn a bit about the city's history. While in New York City, why not also check out this wild wizard-themed pub in the city? And for those looking for a place to stay, we recommend the centrally-located hotel Crowne Plaza, Times Square.