Pier 3
Lay out in the large lawn protected from the wind and sun or get lost in the exploratory labyrinth. Pier 3, the final pier to be converted to parkland, is the perfect place to unwind.
Pier 3
© Alexa Hoyer
How To Get Here
Parking is limited, so we encourage you to take public transportation. And lucky for you, there are plenty of transportation options.
Bus
B25 (at Fulton Ferry Landing), B61 (at Atlantic Avenue and Hicks Street), B63 (on the loop road near Pier 6 in the park), or B67 (at Jay Street and York Street)
CitiBike
The closest CitiBike station (Brooklyn Bridge Park - Pier 2) is right by Pier 2; if it’s full, there are stations at the north (Old Fulton St) and south (Atlantic Ave & Furman St) entrances to the park.
Pier 3
About Pier 3
About Pier 3
Pier 3 is the final pier converted to parkland and opened in 2018.
The most prominent feature of Pier 3 is its large central lawn protected from the wind and sun by groves of shrubs and trees. Along the north side of the Pier there is an exploratory labyrinth with interactive features. The outer section of the Pier hosts a grove with moveable furniture, including picnic tables and Adirondack chairs clustered to create a variety of seating areas. The surrounding hardscaped area provides space for small events and performances as well as unprogrammed play.
The labyrinth on Pier 3 has hedges of varying sizes to create an exploratory maze of picnic tables, mirrored games, and historic elements salvaged from the park like bollards, cleats, and excavated railroad tracks. Within the maze you will find a walk-in kaleidoscope, an echo game, dance chimes, parabolic reflectors, a conference tube, and interesting seating options, including Gunter Beltzig stone seating.
FAQS
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Are there public restrooms?
Yes, there are restrooms at Pier 6 at Fornino, in the Boathouse in the Pier 5 Uplands, in the orange building on Pier 2, in Empire Stores, in 99 Plymouth, and seasonally at the Pier 1 entrance.
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Can I bring a school group for a field day?
Yes, however a permit is required. School trips and field days are allowed for a maximum group size of 200, with 1 adult present for every 10 children. Brooklyn Bridge Park has a limited number of school bus layover parking and is not guaranteed. Insurance is required for schools outside of the New York City public school system. Please see the permits page for more information.
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Can I get a permit for or reserve picnic tables or grilling areas?
No, picnic tables and grilling areas are on a first come, first serve basis. When the grilling area is busy, we ask that grills are only used for one hour at a time.
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Is there anywhere to eat?
Yes! There are lots of places to eat throughout Brooklyn Bridge Park. Please browse through all the concessions and nearby eateries here.
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Do I need a permit to take photos?
It depends on the photoshoot. Permits are required for commercial photo shoots. See more on the permits page.
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When do I need a permit?
Generally, permits are required if you wish to bring a group larger than 20 people into Brooklyn Bridge Park; if you want to have a wedding ceremony; if you want to ticket or market for an event; if you want to film of photograph for professional purposes; if you wish to have dedicated access to a sports field or court; if there is any “set up” required for your activity. This list is not exclusive or exhaustive.
Please review the Permits section for more information on when a permit is needed and how to apply for one. Submitting an application does not guarantee you will be granted a permit. Your application is not approved until you have received a permit from Brooklyn Bridge Park. Applications may take up to 21 days to process after they have been submitted.
