This bridge is notable relative to various other crossings of the Potomac as being one that is rarely backed up. The bizarre intersections after you get to the Virginia or Maryland side sometimes are, but the bridge itself, with its several lanes for local and travel through vehicles each, generally moves. Technically, it is a drawbridge, but it would take quite a ship to require it to lift and I have never seen it happen. Also important is that there is the ability to walk across the bridge (or bike) by a decent sized path that leads between Alexandria and National Harbor. During daytime, you'll want some sun protection, but I've also done it at night while staying at National Harbor and it was an experience. read more

Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

If you really want to know about this Woodrow Wilson Bridge thing, it depresses the hell out of me, it really does. It sits out there over the Potomac, connecting Maryland and Virginia, which sounds like the kind of place guys I went to military school would talk about like it's the center of the universe just to sound big-time. ​It's a bascule drawbridge, which just means it opens up in the middle so huge, pretentious boats can slide through like they own the place. People get all excited because it has a big pedestrian and bike path on it. You see people riding their little bicycles on it as you drive over it, looking all grand and proper, like they're accomplishing something momentous. It depresses me. They build this massive, modern slab of concrete with big white arches underneath and put a giant, fancy stone monument right at the entrance named after president Wilson. And underneath, it's just thousands of cars stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic, full of guys in suits driving home to talk about their office jobs. ​The worst part is looking at the water underneath it. Whenever I look at a river like that, all I can think about is Central Park and where the damn ducks go when the water freezes over in the winter. Nobody on this bridge gives a damn about the ducks. They just care about getting across as fast as they can so they can buy something stupid at dinner or sit in a movie theater or go to a show, snobby stuff. ​It's big a n d useful, it's also really loud when you roll the windows down. I'll give it four stars out of five, mostly just because the river didn't ask for any of this concrete nonsense and did absolutely nothing to deserve these noisy people crammed over it. read more

I've walked this trail many times, but this past week reminded me just how special it is. I have been staycationing in Old Town to get a feel for the commute to and from D.C. during the workweek before I purchase a second home, and rediscovering this walk from the VA side was an unexpected gift. I've always loved Old Town, and I love the Harbor too but I didn't realize how many beautiful trails are tucked right here in Old Town. They're peaceful, scenic, and genuinely good for the soul. Last Monday's weather was perfect, and walking this trail at night made me appreciate the views even more. It's a safe, calming route that lets you slow down and take in life, health, opportunity, and family. Sometimes the simple things are the ones that reset you. Peace really is priceless. If you're from the DMV, I highly recommend coming out to experience this walk. It's quiet, grounding, and worth every step. After my long walk I had a clear mind....clarity. Tidbit: God always speaks to us. He definitely speaks to me. God reveals it to you again and again, long before you ever go searching. God literally shows you truth. Don't lean onto your own understanding. Let God lead, so something better more aligned has room to come in. God saw it too, leave it in his hands. #grateful Do this walk! It's amazing! read more

Its a bridge, so there's only do much you can say,but being from Rhode Island its refreshing to see a bridge with a smooth drive over and no potholes. read more

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Driving north on 95. This is quite an impressive bridge. Thanks to all the wonderful people past present and future caring for us to build and maintain this fine bridge. read more

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The bridge is convenient when traveling. We were trying to get creative and find a different route when traffic was an issue. read more

Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Yet another bridge I lived to write a review about so I am considering it safe. I have been over this bridge probably more than 50 times...possibly more so this isn't just a once over! This bridge take you from Va to MD...or MD to VA. You can walk or run this bridge which is nice! The views are pretty! Here is some Wikipedia knowledge on the bridge below; The Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge (also known as the Woodrow Wilson Bridge or the Wilson Bridge) is a bascule bridge that spans the Potomac River between the independent city of Alexandria, Virginia, and Oxon Hill in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. The original bridge was one of only a handful of drawbridges in the U.S. Interstate Highway System. It contained the only portion of the Interstate system owned and operated by the federal government until it was turned over to the Virginia and Maryland departments of transportation upon project completion. *Fun fact* The bridge is named for the 28th President of the United States, Woodrow Wilson (1856-1924), a native of Staunton, Virginia. While he was President, Wilson reportedly spent an average of two hours a day riding in his automobile to relax or to "loosen his mind from the problems before him." President Wilson was an advocate of automobile and highway improvements in the United States. In 1916, he said, "My interest in good roads is...to bind communities together and open their intercourse, so that it will flow with absolute freedom and facility". All in all this is a wonderful bridge to use when in the area! Again you can drive your car on it or you can enjoy on foot. read more

Some people wouldn't row, not for Harvard, not for my Oxford, but me? I Woodrow. If I wanted to and if I was good at it - neither of which is the case. The Woodrow Wilson Bridge is actually one of the most awesome bridges in the DC area because it gets the insanely busy Beltway across from Virginia into Maryland, and vice versa. It's also a drawbridge which makes it a little bit of a problem, but because of the new spans, the drawbridge is now only used between 50 and 100 times a year, instead of the old one which was almost used constantly, and always daily. It's 25ft higher than it used to be, but it cost a lot of money to get that 25 feet. A lot of people do have problems getting across this bridge of course in the traffic and whatnot, but you can still see all the way into DC from here so it's amazing, one of the best "beltway" views in the world without a doubt, I mean there's not many parts of Sam Houston Tollway from which you can see Houston and so on. There are six or seven lanes each way, and I can't remember exactly why. They probably need more. It's one of the few times I've seen an interstate highway with a drawbridge on it. read more

Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge - I wouldn't walk. I would row. - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I love traveling around the DC area. You get to see so many interesting sights and go across many interesting bridges. I don't even remember why we came the way we did to end up at this bridge, but here we are. After going over the other reviews of this bridge I guess I am lucky to not have experienced the older version. That sounds like a mess. This newer version allowed for us to smoothly transition from Virginia to Maryland and get to our final destination. We did not experience any traffic backups for the time of day we went across and didn't need to use this bridge again when we were leaving the area. What caught my eye the most of this bridge is the big placard for the name of it. The Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge has this pillar that looks like it has a giant coin on it honoring President Wilson. It was pretty cool in my opinion. read more

This is a big improvement over the original WW Bridge. That was scary, as the grates would shake you. It didn't matter if in a car or on a motorcycle. That wasn't fun, as the new one doesn't have so many delays either. The old one was garbage, this is quite pleasant. Even if stuck on it, due to traffic, there aren't the creaking sounds it used to have. The views are incredible. Walk the trail across it sometime. Here Virginia and Maryland meet. This is better marked too, and more room to maneuver. I appreciate the Potomac, National Harbor, Alexandria, and DC off in the distance. The architecture is nicely done. read more

The Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge is heavily traveled by commuters. The bridge is named to honor President Woodrow Wilson. Three states/jurisdictions (Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC) are connected via this bridge. Interstates 95 (Virginia and Maryland bound) and 495 (DC bound) are traveled across this bridge. You'll have views of the Potomac River as you cruise across the bridge. Time your drive just right to avoid heavy congestion! You also don't want to be caught off guard when the drawbridge is open because you'll be sitting in your vehicle for quite some time! I like traveling across the bridge because you'll end up venturing into the nation's capital. There's so much history in the area and you get a sneak peak as to what's in store as the bridge takes you toward the historic landmarks. You could end up at National Harbor for a ride on the Ferris wheel that overlooks the Potomac River. Or, you can explore historic Old Town Alexandria. Nevertheless, wherever your commute take you, the Woodrow Wilson Bridge is an integral part of daily travel. It's the lifeline that keeps all 3 jurisdictions/states connected and makes travel easy. While it may not be effortless due to heavy commuter periods, it's still a great way to get into DC, VA, or MD quickly. Every time I'm back home in Virginia, I travel across this bridge with a sense of pride in this great country. read more

Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge - Welcome to Virginia - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

There aren't enough easy ways to cross between Maryland and Virginia in the Washington area, but the Woodrow Wilson Bridge does a pretty good job of it. Very wide with SIX lanes across in each direction. Clear and smooth. Lots of signage and of course, warnings about it being a drawbridge. Watching it open would have to be very cool to see, but I'm sure that it totally screws up the traffic when it happens. Sadly, I was driving and wasn't able to enjoy any of the view today. Are there other drawbridges on major Interstates? I know that I-95 has one in Jacksonville FL. read more

Not only is the bridge a fast and efficient way to cross over into VA/MD but it's cool. It's a draw bridge with a nice view of the National Harbor I love crossing this bridge anytime I'm traveling to MD!! read more

I've driven this bridge at all times of the day and night and I'm so thankful that I've never run into traffic. You always hit traffic on a bridge. Not this one. Sorry if you're the unlucky soul who gets stuck in traffic after you read this :-) At least you'll be able to see the water... read more

Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Nice bridge. I remember when it was just the opposite. Nothing but Traffic and construction. Now when you cross you can see the National Harbour and the Ferris wheel. read more

This bridge is alright. It's just a part of the beltway. For those of you from Houston, LA or other areas with plentiful urban sprawl, you're probably wondering, wtf took so long to build the bridge? Why did it take so long to build the mixing bowl, and why was it so expensive? Houston has plenty of interchanges that never take nearly as long to build as the mixing bowl in Springfield. I love the fact that you can bike across it. I've ridden across this, and it's pretty neat. It's not a purty suspension bridge, but it gets the job done. You can ride across this from Fort Washington into Old Town Alexandria using one of the Segway tours. The location of the bridge also spans DC, MD, and VA. Here's a link to the map location in case you want to see it. http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=woodrow+wilson+bridge+dc&sll=40.556004,-74.374094&sspn=0.012961,0.033023&ie=UTF8&hq=woodrow+wilson+bridge&hnear=District+of+Columbia&ll=38.791557,-77.036734&spn=0.026592,0.066047&z=15&iwloc=A read more

So happy this bridge is 6 lanes now! I remember how backed up it used to get, but not anymore. I also, love the walking/biking trails along the bridge. Best idea ever! read more

Great bridge. Bad during rush hour. Great history. Great view of the new National Harbor Place, Old Town Alexandria, Potomac River. But some of the on and off trip is hard. If you don't now where you going you get off the wrong exit. Great day when it clear day not so good when it's rainy day. read more

Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Love the new Wilson Bridge - this has eased traffic over the bridge so much! Also the new bridge looks "beautiful" compared to the old version! Love the biking/ walking trail right next to the bridge! read more

Nice Bridge! I spend my cardio days walking\running on the path\trail along side the bridge. Good Workout its about 6 miles roundtrip. You can run walk ride bikes whatever you choose to do. Nice,pretty clean & nice view Driving over the bridge is a breeze; no real traffic even during peek hours read more

Great walk right outside the conference center town of National Harbor..... you can walk/run or rent a bike to old town Alexandria..... a great form of exercise without having to worry about taking a car or Uber ..... read more

A quick and easy way to cross the Potomac! This concrete monolith is NICE! Multiple lanes, well-marked and plentiful signage, express or thru lanes, and even a bike path plus observation scopes alongside! I -had- to get the Bachelorette home to Arlington. The WWB made it quick and easy. One thing about location, the Yelp address lists DC, I'm almost certain its not in DC. Problem is is it in MD or VA? That's not clear either. Ah well, as long as it gets me where I'm going fast and safe. I'd hate to be around when the draw bridge opens or if there is a traffic incident though... When it comes to crossing the Potomac in a car, this is as good as it gets! read more

But how do you know if it's just a bad day, or time to move on with your life? Virginia is for lovers ???? EWWWW Drove pass this a billion times can't believe I haven't wrote a review yet..so here goes nothing! It is really stupid!! The only missing link for a decent public transportation is something that crosses Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge to link transit systems from Virginia and Maryland.... For now...you have to cross the bridge yourself (walking or by taxi)... read more

Pretty cool bridge. Nice that it has the walking/running/biking path to get across for those that dare to do so. The view of The National Harbour from here is beautiful at night. If you were unfortunate enough to have had it as apart of your commute prior to it being widened, then you probably appreciate it's current size much more than those who didn't. read more

Cool bridge with 6 lanes. Traveled across it many times on our way to and from Virginia and Maryland and vice versa. Cool view. Close to National Harbor!! read more

Great place to go running! There are little information spots that give you a little bit of history on the local area. Pretty cool!

What a great after-work hike. We parked at Jones Point and walked to National Harbor. There aren't many hikes where you can traverse DC, Virginia and Maryland, eat ice cream and ride a Ferris Wheel. read more