Bow Bridge

Culture
Monument
Mythical Place

Romane

Published on 19/03/2025

This point of interest is available as audio on the tour: Visit New York, A Stroll in Central Park

At 26 meters long, the Bow Bridge is the longest and arguably the most romantic bridge in Central Park. Built in 1862 by Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould, the park’s leading architects, it sports a wrought-iron structure and Greek-inspired decorations. Featured in countless films, including Woody Allen’s “Manhattan,” Sydney Pollack’s “Our Finest Years” and “Spider-Man 3,” this mythical bridge has a special place in the hearts of New Yorkers and moviegoers worldwide.