As for Brooklyn, it's generally considered safe for tourists, but some of its neighborhoods—especially East New York, Vinegar Hill, Fort Greene, Williamsburg, DUMBO, and Crown Heights—do suffer from more crime than other places in New York, according to SafeAround and Address Report.
Is it safe to walk the Brooklyn Bridge at night?
It is also very safe to walk across the Brooklyn Bridge at night, as there are many tourists and commuters using the bridge until about 11 pm (23:00) at night. In fact, walking the Brooklyn Bridge at night is one of the top free things to do at night in NYC.
What does Dumbo stand for?
Dumbo, a neighborhood whose name is an acronym for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass (no matter what Jerry Seinfeld tells you), is one of the most-visited spots in Brooklyn.
How long is the walk on the Brooklyn Bridge?
The bridge is just over 1 mile long or about 2 km long. If you're going to walk across it, you will likely be taking photos. It takes 30 minutes to walk across it if you're not taking any photos OR an hour if you're stopping to take photos and enjoy the view.
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