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Sunset sailing on the Hudson River
The Statue of Liberty overlooking a cruise ship and the Hudson River
Mumford & Sons rocks the crowd at Pier A Park in Hoboken
Aerial view of Liberty Science Center
Kayaking past the Statue of Liberty in the Hudson River
Outdoor dining on trendy Erie Street
An exciting soccer match at Red Bull Arena in Harrison
Black skimmers taking flight in Lincoln Park
Enjoying go-karts at Pole Position Raceway
The dining room at an innovative bistro in the historic downtown area
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The cultural hot spot within view of New York City
Singular Landmarks and Parks
Liberty State Park is a breath of fresh air on New York Bay amid the city hustle and bustle. Just across from Liberty Island and Ellis Island, the park’s 405 hectares include a promenade with a Statue of Liberty overlook. See the historic Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal at the park’s north end, bike or hike Freedom Way’s trails, or take a kayak eco-tour on the Hudson River. At the Empty Sky 911 Memorial, a corridor of stainless steel focuses in on the space where the Twin Towers used to be and honors those New Jerseyans lost in the attacks. Don’t miss the Liberty Science Center’s 12 galleries and hundreds of exhibits or its IMAX dome theater, considered the USA’s largest. From here, take a Statue of Liberty Cruise by ferry to get even closer to the NYC skyline.
Big on Culture
Several museums reflect the area’s diverse traditions and cultural influences. Explore the unconventional collection at The Museum of Russian Art, which features the work of rotating artists as well as permanent holdings. Look for seasonal exhibits that expand on the museum’s Avant-Garde and Nonconformist art focus. Take a trip to the Afro-American Historical and Cultural Society Museum, housed on the second floor of a library and filled with memorabilia, artifacts, documents and photographs that explore the area’s African American heritage. C