Bow Bridge, Central Park

Bow Bridge is a footbridge spanning about 26 meters (85 feet) across The Lake in Central Park, linking Cherry Hill with The Ramble. It features arched cast iron railings and wooden planking.

The bridge was completed in 1862 by architects Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould as part of Frederick Law Olmsted's design for the park's transportation routes. It remains one of the original structures that shaped the park.

The bridge has become known through appearances in films like Spider-Man 3 and Enchanted, making it a recognizable part of New York's entertainment world. Visitors often recognize it from movies before they arrive.

The bridge is accessible from multiple pathways connecting to Fifth Avenue and Central Park West. It is easy to reach on foot, and boat rentals are available nearby at Loeb Boathouse.

Four cast iron urns stand at the bridge's ends, replicated from the 1862 originals after the initial pieces vanished mysteriously in 1920. These urns are a silent reminder of the bridge's earliest days.

Location: Manhattan

GPS coordinates: 40.77580,-73.97180

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:40