Find the perfect holiday rental for your Essex County getaway
Learn about the unique charm of Essex County with a stay in a holiday home rental. This city has something for everyone. American Dream and Statue of Liberty are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. Whether you're planning a family holiday, romantic stay or trip with friends, holiday rentals offer features like full kitchens and laundry facilities for a more convenient stay.
Activities and attractions in Essex County
Are you hoping to find attractions to visit during your stay? Venture out of your holiday home and experience everything that makes Essex County a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Bronx Zoo (17.4 mi / 27.9 km)
- Turtle Back Zoo (6.1 mi / 9.8 km)
- Passaic (6.6 mi / 10.6 km)
- Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park (7.2 mi / 11.6 km)
- LEGOLAND® Discovery Center (7.3 mi / 11.8 km)
- DreamWorks Water Park (7.3 mi / 11.8 km)
Exploring the natural features in Essex County
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Essex County is a great place to spend some time outside. These are a few of the area's noteworthy sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Central Park (11.2 mi / 18 km)
- Bryant Park (10 mi / 16 km)
- Military Park (0.3 mi / 0.5 km)
- Branch Brook Park (3.7 mi / 5.9 km)
- Lincoln Park (4.3 mi / 6.9 km)
- Eagle Rock Reservation (5.9 mi / 9.5 km)
Travelling to and around Essex County
The nearest airport is in Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR), located 3.1 mi (5 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County), which is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Newark Penn Station, Newark Broad St Station and Newark International Airport Station are the main stations in the area. It's easy to get around Essex County by catching a ride on the metro at Military Park Station, Washington Street Station or NJPAC - Center Street Station.