Jones Bridge

Jones Bridge, formally the William A. Jones Memorial Bridge, is a historic Beaux-Arts bridge spanning the Pasig River in central Manila, connecting Binondo and Ermita. Originally built from 1919 to 1921 and named after U.S. legislator William Atkinson Jones, it was destroyed in World War II and later reconstructed. Restored in 2019 to its neoclassical design, it is notable for its ornate lampposts, sculptural details, and illuminated nighttime appearance.

Visitors can expect a pedestrian-friendly historic bridge over the Pasig River with wide sidewalks, ornate Beaux-Arts lampposts, decorative piers and sculptures. The bridge offers views of the Pasig River, the Manila skyline, Escolta Street and the Pasig River Esplanade. It is an open public thoroughfare used by vehicles and pedestrians, popular for walking, photography and viewing the illuminated bridge and river at night.

Constructed from 1919 to 1921 during the American colonial period to replace the earlier Puente de España, and named after William Atkinson Jones, author of the Jones Law. The original neoclassical bridge was considered an ornate landmark of Manila. It was destroyed during the Battle of Manila in World War II in 1945 and later rebuilt as a simpler girder bridge. A major restoration from 2019 returned Beaux-Arts elements, lampposts and statuary based on the original design.

The bridge is a recognized heritage landmark of Manila known for its Beaux-Arts architecture and as a symbol of the city's historic river crossings. Its restored ornamentation and lighting have made it a cultural focal point linking Binondo Chinatown, Escolta heritage district and Intramuros, and a popular site for photography and heritage walks.