Walk the George Washington Bridge - and hike the Palisades and view the Hudson!

8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

We shall walk along the side of the heaviest trafficked vehicular bridge in the world (more than 110 million vehicles per year), and transfer ourselves up and on to the Palisades - one of the most prized of our natural resources - and walk through the woods.  

You will hear history of the region, including the Palisades itself, as well as some personal stories -since we're walking to my home town!  

NOTE: This will walk has a 2 person minimum! 

What's Included

One bottle of water per person
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Food and drinks
Lunch
Transportation to/from attractions
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Take the IND A train to 175th Street, exiting up the steps to W. 177th St., and walking one block up Fort Washington Ave. to the corner (near the GW Port Authority Bus Terminal)

End point

This is a point close to subway and bus lines (and Penn Station is not far) so that one can return home easily

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    George Washington Bridge

    We shall walk the length of the most heavily trafficked bridge in the world, and learn its history and marvel at the views.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Palisades Interstate Park

    After crossing the George Washington Bridge, we will enter the Park at the head of the Long Trail. We shall walk along this wooded trail, viewing the Hudson River at many dramatic points, and learn its fascinating history.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    This sanctuary is actually in Tenafly, but for us it's the end of our walk along the Palisades. It's a special preserve, and we shall hear a bit of its history as we pass by it.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Once we leave the entrance of the Greenbrook Sanctuary, we shall cross over Route 9W and proceed up to the first left turn and walk into the woods - and the Tenafly Nature Center, and hear about how this preserve had its beginnings.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4

    After the Nature Center, we shall walk into the East Hill of Tenafly, and down this hill into the Highwood Park Historic District. We shall see many charming homes, including the home of Elizabeth Cady Stanton. We lunch at the Classic Diner in downtown Tenafly.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 5

    On our way back from the Classic Diner and our lunch, we shall take a bus that travels along the top of the Palisades in Guttenberg, NJ, giving us a great view of Manhattan before taking us through the Lincoln Tunnel to the Port Authority Bus Terminal

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
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