What to do in North Jersey, NJ

Activities, attractions and tours

Liberty Science Center
Downtown Newark showing heritage architecture, outdoor art and a square or plaza
Jersey City which includes a high-rise building and a city
Branch Brook Park which includes a garden as well as a couple
Downtown Newark which includes heritage architecture

North Jersey Attractions

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Activities and Tours

North Jersey is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in North Jersey to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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North Jersey Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of North Jersey.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to North Jersey attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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Downtown Jersey City featuring outdoor art

Downtown Jersey City

4.5/5(63 area reviews)

Facing Manhattan from the west side of the Hudson River, Downtown Jersey City is packed with parks and historic neighborhoods.

Downtown Jersey City
Newport

Newport

Unique features of Newport include the river views and bars. Make a stop by Newport Centre or Holland Tunnel while you're exploring the area.

Newport
This is a view of Lower Manhattan at night, from Jersey City, New Jersey, more specifically from the Lefrak Point Light. One World Trade Center is the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere. The area around the Lefrak Light is very nice, with parks and well maintained public spaces.
To get there from NYC just take the PATH train and get off at Newport Station.
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The Waterfront

If you're spending some time in The Waterfront, Newport Centre and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway are top sights worth seeing.

The Waterfront
Capturing the urban charm of Jersey City Heights, this aerial view showcases the vibrant residential neighborhoods, tree-lined streets, and a sprawling cityscape. The bustling energy of this area blen

The Heights

2.5/5(2 area reviews)

Perched atop the New Jersey Palisades, this neighborhood boasts stately Victorian and Edwardian homes, Pershing Field's green space, and a bustling Central Avenue shopping district. Easily access the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail via Congress Street elevator.

The Heights
Loew\'s Jersey Theater showing theater scenes

Journal Square

Discover a bustling business district and residential area with diverse shopping options along Newark Avenue and India Square. Enjoy cultural events at Loew's Jersey Theater and easy access to transportation at Journal Square PATH and bus station.

Journal Square
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Historic Downtown

While visiting Historic Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Jersey City City Hall.

Historic Downtown

 

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