How to get to Randall's Island for 'Cirque du Soleil: Luzia'

Find directions to the island by bus, subway, car, bike, and foot, and see this limited-run circus spectacular taking place under the Big Top.

Located off the eastern coast of Manhattan, Randall's Island is a lesser-known hub of recreation in New York City. The island mostly contains athletic fields and other green spaces, but at the center is Randall's Island Park, home to the massive Icahn Stadium and grounds for all kinds of festivals, concerts, and shows.

The latest event taking place on Randall's Island is Cirque du Soleil: Luzia, the first Cirque event in NYC in 6 years. Cirque du Soleil is renowned for its family-friendly circus spectaculars, and through April 27, Luzia showcases stunning, jaw-dropping acts inspired by the culture and traditions of Mexico.

Cirque du Soleil's Big Top may be easy to spot from a mile away, but if you're unfamiliar with how to get to it, you're in the right place. Read below to learn how to get to Randall's Island by various modes of transportation so you don't miss out on all the fun Cirque du Soleil: Luzia has to offer.

The below information is about getting to Randall's Island from Manhattan. For directions from other boroughs, visit Randall's Island's visitor page.

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How to get to Randall's Island by car

All vehicles entering Randall's Island must use the RFK Triborough Bridge, which connects to the island from the intersection of 125th Street and Second Avenue in Manhattan. Those using GPS navigation should enter the following address for Randall's Island Park: 10 Central Road, New York, NY 10035.

Parking on the island is limited, and parking fees go into effect during events.

Rideshare services such as Uber, Lyft, and Curb (for booking yellow taxis) are additional options for getting to Randall's Island by car.

How to get to Randall's Island by bus

Take the M35 bus from its first stop at E 125 St / Lexington Av in Manhattan and get off one stop later at Main Rdy / Icahn Stadium. The Cirque du Soleil Big Top is located steps away.

How to get to Randall's Island by bike or on foot

Two pedestrian bridges connect Manhattan to Randall's Island.

• RFK Triborough Bridge: From the intersection of 125th Street and Second Avenue on Manhattan's east side, you can walk or bike across the RFK Triborough Bridge to reach the island. It is approximately a 10-minute walk south of the bridge to reach the Cirque Big Top at Randall's Island Park.
• 103rd Street Footbridge (also called Ward's Island Bridge): From the intersection of East River Esplanade/FDR Drive and 103rd Street on Manhattan's east side, you can walk or bike across the 103rd Street Footbridge to reach the southern tip of Randall's Island. From there, it is approximately a 20-minute walk north to reach the Cirque Big Top at Randall's Island Park.

Those using Citi Bikes can utilize the docking station at Icahn Stadium to park or take out a bike.

How to get to Randall's Island by subway

There are no subway stops located on Randall's Island. The closest subway station is the 125th St. stop on the 4/5/6 line. Exit the stop at 125th St. and Lexington Avenue, and you can get to Randall's Island from there by bus, car, bike, or foot per the instructions above.