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Roosevelt Island Tramway
LeisureVisit: ~90 min
Urban cable car opened in 1976 that links Manhattan, from Second Avenue at 59th Street, with Roosevelt Island across the East River. The cabin hangs from cables above the Queensboro Bridge and offers views of the East Side. On the island there is a riverside promenade and Four Freedoms Park.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Roosevelt Island Tramway: 2 missions
- Ride the Roosevelt Island TramwayTake the cabin on Second Avenue and look at the Queensboro Bridge and the skyscrapers during the ride.
- Stroll along the East River edge on the islandWalk beside the river on Roosevelt Island and look for the view of Manhattan and the UN headquarters.
Near Roosevelt Island Tramway
Lexington Avenue1.5 km awayThe Frick Collection1.8 km awayFifth Avenue1.9 km awayPark Avenue1.9 km awayMadison Avenue1.9 km awayWollman Rink2.2 km away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Roosevelt Island Tramway?
Allow about 1 h 30 min for the visit.
What is there to do at Roosevelt Island Tramway?
Ride the Roosevelt Island Tramway and Stroll along the East River edge on the island.
What is there to see near Roosevelt Island Tramway?
Lexington Avenue (1.5 km), The Frick Collection (1.8 km) and Fifth Avenue (1.9 km).