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A Walk Through Historic DUMBO
Old Fulton Plaza is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

1. Old Fulton Plaza

6.4
Old Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Park · DUMBO · 5 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Old Fulton Plaza was created in 2012 by the NYC Dept. of Transportation and the DUMBO Improvement District. Sit on one of Eleanor Alper's Fun Seatz and take in the incredible views. Read more.

Brooklyn Bridge is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

2. Brooklyn Bridge

9.5
Brooklyn Bridge, New York, NY
Bridge · 1012 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: The Brooklyn Bridge joined Manhattan and Brooklyn for the first time when it opened in 1883. It was the longest suspension bridge in the world until 1903. Read more.

St. Ann's Warehouse is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

3. St. Ann's Warehouse

9.2
45 Water St (at Old Dock St), Brooklyn, NY
Theater · DUMBO · 27 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Since 2000, St. Ann's Warehouse has commissioned, produced, and presented innovative theater in DUMBO. It moved into the historic Tobacco Warehouse, built in the 1870s by the Lorillard family in 2016. Read more.

Jane's Carousel is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

4. Jane's Carousel

9.3
45 Main St (at Old Dock St), Brooklyn, NY
Attraction · DUMBO · 86 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Jane's Carousel was built in 1922 by the Philadelphia Toboggan Company and installed in Idora Park in Youngstown, OH. It was bought and restored by David & Jane Walentas, and opened in DUMBO in 2011. Read more.

Empire Stores is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

5. Empire Stores

53-83 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Structure · DUMBO · 2 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Empire Stores was built in 1869 to house Arbuckle coffee. It is being re-purposed as a retail & office complex, and will house the Brooklyn Historical Society, West Elm, Vinegar Hill House & more. Read more.

Jacques Torres Chocolate is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

6. Jacques Torres Chocolate

8.2
66 Water St (btw Dock St & Main St), Brooklyn, NY
Candy Store · DUMBO · 107 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: In 2000, Master Pastry Chef Jacque Torres started his chocolate vision right here in DUMBO. Try their famous mudslide cookies, hot chocolate and ice cream right where it all began. Read more.

Almondine Bakery is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

7. Almondine Bakery

8.5
85 Water St (btwn Dock & Main St), Brooklyn, NY
Bakery · DUMBO · 150 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Hervé Poussot brings his famous French croissants, macaroons and baguettes DUMBO. A local favorite since its opening in 2004! Read more.

Atrium DUMBO is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

8. Atrium DUMBO

15 Main St (btwn Water St & Plymouth St), Brooklyn, NY
American Restaurant · DUMBO · 96 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Contemporary French-inspired restaurant from former DB Bistro Moderne alum Laurent Kalkotour, Alexander LaPratt, and Leslie Affre. Read more.

One Girl Cookies is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

9. One Girl Cookies

33 Main St, Brooklyn, NY
Bakery · DUMBO · 170 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Stop by One Girl Cookies, a darling of the Brooklyn artisanal food scene, and try their famous whoopie pies! Read more.

Powerhouse Arena is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

10. Powerhouse Arena

8.6
28 Adams St (Waer St), Brooklyn, NY
Bookstore · DUMBO · 68 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: This beloved neighborhood spot from world-renowned art book publisher Powerhouse Books is part bookstore, part gallery, and part boutique. Stop in to shop, or experience on of their amazing events. Read more.

Shibui is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

11. Shibui

306 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Antique Store · Vinegar Hill · 4 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: A few steps down from Washington, Shibui is a treasure trove of unique Japanese furniture, textiles and ceramics, including their speciality, authentic antique tansu.

Smack Mellon Gallery is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

12. Smack Mellon Gallery

8.8
92 Plymouth St (Washington St), Brooklyn, NY
Art Gallery · DUMBO · 6 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Founded in DUMBO in 1995, this gallery supports emerging, under-recognized mid-career and women artists in the creation and exhibition of new work. Read more.

Brooklyn Bridge Park - Main Street Section is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

13. Brooklyn Bridge Park - Main Street Section

8.5
Plymouth St (at Main St), Brooklyn, NY
Park · DUMBO · 4 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: This newly-renovated 3.5-acre park offers spectacular views and new ways to engage with the Brooklyn waterfront year-round, along with rotating art installations and public restrooms at 99 Plymouth. Read more.

The Archway Under the Manhattan Bridge is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

14. The Archway Under the Manhattan Bridge

9.0
50 Adams St (at Water St), Brooklyn, NY
Other Great Outdoors · DUMBO · 20 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: The Archway, DUMBO's premiere plaza, opened to the public in 2007. Paved with historic Belgian blocks and with cathedral like acoustics, it hosts plays to performances, lunchtime vendors and more. Read more.

Pearl Street Plaza is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

15. Pearl Street Plaza

6.7
Pearl St & Anchorage Pl (at Anchorage Pl & Pearl St), Brooklyn, NY
Plaza · DUMBO · 5 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Pearl Street Triangle was one of the first plazas to be created by the DOT Plaza Program, and one of the first to have free wifi. Take a step back and take in David Ellis' mural, PST. Read more.

Made in NY Media Center is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

16. Made in NY Media Center

30 John St (Between Jay and Pearl Streets), Brooklyn, NY
Government Building · DUMBO · 3 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: A collaborative workspace dedicated to supporting and connecting the next generation of media + tech entrepreneurs, innovators and artists. Gallery show, lectures and more, all open to the public. Read more.

Brooklyn Bridge Park - John Street Section is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

17. Brooklyn Bridge Park - John Street Section

8.6
11201 New York Blvd, Brooklyn, NY
Park · DUMBO · 3 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: From its unique vantage point north of the Manhattan Bridge at a dramatic bend in the East River, John Street opens up vistas and waterfront space never before enjoyed by the public. Read more.

Melville House is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

18. Melville House

7.9
145 Plymouth St (Jay Street), Brooklyn, NY
Bookstore · DUMBO · 3 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Melville House, voted the best indie publisher in NY by the Village Voice, hosts everything from poetry readings to televised political panels. (And of course, they sell books!) Read more.

19. Brooklyn Roasting Company

25 Jay St (btwn Plymouth & John St), Brooklyn, NY
Coffee Shop · DUMBO · 314 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Housed in the historic birthplace of domestic coffee, Brooklyn Roasting Company's Fair Trade, Rainforest Alliance, and Organic certified & sustainable coffees carries on the DUMBO coffee legacy. Read more.

Burrow is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

20. Burrow

8.9
68 Jay St (at Front St), Brooklyn, NY
Bakery · DUMBO · 36 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Formerly of The Modern at MoMA and Plaza Hotel, patissier and food stylist Ayaka Kurokawa creates French, Japanese and American influenced sweets in this hidden bakery in the lobby of 68 Jay. Read more.

Superfine is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

21. Superfine

7.5
126 Front St (at Pearl St), Brooklyn, NY
American Restaurant · DUMBO · 178 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Run by long-time DUMBO residents, Superfine is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant with a seasonal, ever-changing menu, pool and live music and old-school DUMBO charm. Read more.

AlMar is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

22. AlMar

6.7
111 Front St (btwn Washington St & Adams St), Brooklyn, NY
Italian Restaurant · DUMBO · 97 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: The chef/co-owner of the popular AlMar bring an interesting Italian dinner menu to DUMBO. Read more.

Gleason's Gym is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

23. Gleason's Gym

8.6
Brooklyn, NY
Boxing Gym · DUMBO · 12 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: What do Hilary Swank, Twyla Tharp, Mike Tyson and Martin Scorsese have in common? They've all trained at Gleason's Gym. Stop by this legendary boxing gym and soak up the history. Read more.

Juliana's Pizza is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

24. Juliana's Pizza

9.0
19 Old Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Pizzeria · DUMBO · 322 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Owned by Patsy Grimaldi, Juliana's Pizza was named the best pizzeria in the U.S. by TripAdvisor! Read more.

Grimaldi's Pizzeria is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

25. Grimaldi's Pizzeria

7.7
1 Front St (at Cadman Plaza W), Brooklyn, NY
Pizzeria · DUMBO · 590 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Grimaldi’s offers over 100 years of pizza-making traditions and calzones baked to perfection in their signature coal burning oven.Listed as the number one spot for pizza in NYC, be prepared for a wait Read more.

Manhattan Bridge is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

26. Manhattan Bridge

8.9
Manhattan Bridge, New York, NY
Bridge · 229 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Historic Buildings, the Manhattan Bridge, and the Empire State Building in the distance: you can't leave DUMBO without taking in this iconic photo opportunity at Washington Street and Water Street.

egg By Susan Lazar is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

27. egg By Susan Lazar

72 Jay Street, Brooklyn, NY
Children's Clothing Store · DUMBO · 2 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Pick up stylish kids clothes at Egg.

Redbeard Bikes is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

28. Redbeard Bikes

8.2
18 Bridge St, Brooklyn, NY
Bicycle Store · DUMBO · 6 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Pick up a statement bicycle at Redbeard Bikes.

Modern Anthology is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

29. Modern Anthology

68 Jay St (btwn Water & Front St.), Brooklyn, NY
Men's Store · DUMBO · 10 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Pick up the perfect accessory for the modern at Modern Anthology.

Trunk is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

30. Trunk

6.9
68 Jay St (Front), Brooklyn, NY
Clothing Store · DUMBO · 3 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Pick up one-of-kind artist-made clothes and accessories at Trunk.

Stable Building Galleries is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

31. Stable Building Galleries

16 Main St (Main and Water Street), Brooklyn, NY
Art Gallery · DUMBO · 1 tip

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Built in the 1800s as a horse stable for Robert Gair, 16 Main was converted into galleries in 2015. Today, it is home to Minus Space, Klompching Gallery, United Photo Industries and Masters Projects.

Dumbo - Famous Brick Walls is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

32. Dumbo - Famous Brick Walls

64 York Street (Between Washington Street and Adams Street), Brooklyn, NY
Street Art · DUMBO · 1 tip

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: The DUMBO Walls, painted in 2012, are presented by the DUMBO BID and Two Trees Management Co in partnership with the NYCDOT Urban Art Program, Jonathan LeVine Gallery, & the Wooster Collective. Read more.

West Elm is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

33. West Elm

8.3
2 Main St (at Plymouth St), Brooklyn, NY
Furniture and Home Store · DUMBO · 14 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: From Brooklyn With Love: West Elm (which was founded in DUMBO!) debuta a hip market and cafe, selling design accessories and locally made products.

The Archway Under the Manhattan Bridge is one of A Walk Through Historic DUMBO.

34. The Archway Under the Manhattan Bridge

9.0
50 Adams St (at Water St), Brooklyn, NY
Other Great Outdoors · DUMBO · 20 tips and reviews

DUMBO BIDDUMBO BID: Live at The Archway is a Weekly Cabaret Below the Manhattan Bridge — with free performances, interactive art experiences, beer and wine from our landlocked Lighthouse from June through September 2017. Read more.