Hackensack River Waterfront, NJ
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Prudential Center
See everything from electrifying hockey games and huge musical concerts to monster truck rallies and children’s shows at The Rock.

New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Come for a night at the theater and be dazzled by a Grammy Award-winning symphony orchestra, an international ballet company or a famous rock group.

Branch Brook Park
The largest park in the “Garden State” features lakes, waterways, forests, meadows and a spectacular cherry blossom festival in spring.

Pleasantdale Chateau
You can learn about the history of West Orange when you stop by Pleasantdale Chateau. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Montclair Art Museum
Use the audio guide to learn about historic and modern Native American art and sip wine at a live music event.

South Mountain Reservation
Explore the great outdoors at South Mountain Reservation, a lovely green space in Newark. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Things to do

New York Skyline Magic - Private Tour With a Real Local

Museum of Ice Cream New York City Admission Ticket

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise

One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York

New York City Dinner Cruise with Live Music
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Other neighborhoods around Hackensack River Waterfront

Greenville
Primarily residential with parks such as Bayside Park and Audubon Park, this affordable area offers historic sites like Bayview – New York Bay Cemetery. Easily accessible via Hudson-Bergen Light Rail and New Jersey Transit buses.

West Side
Lincoln Park offers various recreational facilities, while West Side Avenue boasts shopping options. Easily accessible via West Side Avenue Station and multiple bus routes, the area is undergoing expansion with new residences and retail spaces.

Marion
Marion is well-liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Jersey City area, you might plan a trip to Justice William Brennan Courthouse or Passaic.

North Ironbound
North Ironbound might not have many top sights, but Prudential Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ironbound District
Experience a European market town vibe in this Portuguese-influenced area, with waterfront recreation along the Passaic River and parks like Riverfront Park. Easily accessible from Newark Penn Station, enjoy local amenities within walking distance.

Newark Central Business District
If you're spending time in Newark Central Business District, check out sights like Prudential Center or New Jersey Performing Arts Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.
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