Roosevelt Island Tramway

Although the Roosevelt Island Tram in New York is not entirely free, we chose to include it regardless because the majority of tourists have Unlimited Metrocards. A must watch! Amazing views of Manhattan, the East River, Roosevelt Island, and a glimpse inside the first Spider-Man movie are all available from the Roosevelt Island Tramway that crosses the East River.

At Second Avenue and 60th Street, there is an entry to the Roosevelt tram. The aerial tramway has a gondola-like appearance. Simply walk up and pay using your Metrocard. You don't pay any additional fees if you have an Unlimited MetroCard. (You can purchase a MetroCard even before leaving for New York.) You can get to Roosevelt Island in four minutes via the gondola/tram. A little island in the East River is called Roosevelt Island. Approximately 16,000 people live and work there.

You may have a great (and peaceful) stroll on Roosevelt Island. To complete this, proceed to the river and then turn left. The view of Manhattan is spectacular, and there are many benches. ideal for unwinding. On the way back, you can take the tram once more, but there is a metro station right behind the tram, in between the first few apartment complexes.

The tramway was shut down on March 1 as part of a $25 million effort to rebuild and enhance the system. All parts were replaced with the exception of the three tower bases thanks to assistance from the French business Poma.

Location: New York, United States