Location: Englewood Cliffs
Top Things to do in Englewood Cliffs
Top 10 Things to do in Englewood Cliffs, United States
Englewood Cliffs is a borough in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the borough's population was 5,281, reflecting a decline of 41 (-0.8%) from the 5,322 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn declined by 312 (-5.5%) from the 5,634 counted in the 1990 Census.
Restaurants in Englewood Cliffs
1. New York Botanical Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Located in the Bronx, just 20 minutes from Midtown Manhattan via Metro North Railroad, the 250-acre New York Botanical Garden is a showplace of nature in every season of the year and a must-see destination for NYC visitors. Discover 50 breathtaking gardens, indoor rain forests and deserts, 50 acres of native forest, a river, waterfalls, and rolling green hills. Major seasonal exhibitions and events complement the existing beauty of the permanent gardens, and highlights include the Holiday Train Show (November - January) and The Orchid Show (March - April). NYBG is the perfect excursion for visitors looking to experience the natural beauty of New York City.
Reviewed By GMBG - Brooklyn, New York
The annual Orchid Show is one of the highlights of the year. While wonderful in the day -on Friday and Saturday nights, the NYBG sells ticket for 6:30, 7:30or 8:30 entrance. Go for the 6:30 entrance as you will get to see the gorgeous flowers in day light as well as artfully lit in the evening. Plus music is piped in and there are three bar stations. What a fun and beautiful evening experience.
2. Fort Lee Historic Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By DarnGoodPatron - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
This is the best part of living in the area. It's great to take friends and family every time they visit. Between the river, season and weather, it's a diffident view and experience every time. It's a wonderful place to take photos and get away. The only downfall is some rather large groups of rude or loud people or people with their dogs off leash, bad parents/children or people flying drones.
**note to personnel -- please enforce leash, noise and drone rules.
3. Bergen Performing Arts Center
Overall Ratings
4 based on 103 reviews
Reviewed By ldjs - Fort Lee, New Jersey
Bergenpac is located conveniently in the center of Englewood, there is ample parking around and many good restaurants nearby.
The venue is spacious and seating is very comfortable and sound is pretty good too.
The venue is used for anything from community events to world class performers.
They do a lot of education and local community outreach.
It is a local gem, offering drama and variety, comedy shows, classical music and ballet and more.
The volunteers and staff are very nice and responsive as well.
Good for everyone really, including older patrons and families with younger children depending on performance.
4. Overpeck County Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
The north section in Leonia has been open for many years but last year, the southern part was renovated, a new environmentally friendly bridge was installed to cross the Overpeck; new playing fields in the Ridgefield Park section, walking/biking/jogging trails begin in Leonia and head over to Ridgefield Park. Amphitheater on the Ridgefield Park side has had concerts. Watch the horses go through their paces on the Leonia side. Dog park is on the north side, kayak/canoe launch on the south side. Load s of parking and beautiful views of the creek/lake. Incredible to have this treasure 5 minutes from the GWB. Bus 172 from the NY side of the GWBBS takes you down Fort Lee Road to the entrance of the park (or Rockland Bus line 11A runs on Grand Avenue and stops at Fort Lee Road (2 blocks east of the park). If you're in the Ridgefield Park side watching the kids in the playing field and look east, you'll see the skyline of midtown Manhattan (and the World Trade Center).
Reviewed By Sujit-Mahapatra - Bayonne, New Jersey
Had fun with Kayaking. The Kayak rentals are to the right of Fort Lee Road/Overpeck Park Driveway intersection, via the wooden bridges. The staff there were quite friendly and helpful. Just a note that Canoes are not available everyday there, so better inquire before visiting. Kids under 5 are not allowed, and kids under 8 are allowed on canowe ONLY with two accompanying adults.Also went to the dinosaurs field station nearby.
5. Rockefeller Lookout
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By robcurtross - New York City, New York
This is the first lookout going north on the Palisades Parkway. The views are primarily of the Bronx across the river, including the outlet of the Harlem River, where there is a very low railroad bridge requiring a drawbridge for larger boats and parts of the campus of Columbia University.
There are no facilities at this lookout, and no way to turn around and go back to get cheap gas about 2 miles south on the parkway.
Views are the name of the game at this lookout. And, they can be quite splendid.
6. InterViajes NY
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 202 reviews
Excursiones en Nueva York con guías enCastellano. Excursion New York a Washington o Boston $95 dólares Excursion Contrastes, Misa Gospel y Harlem, Nocturno $40 dólares Excursion New York a Filadelfia $110 dólares Excursion a las Cataratas del Niagara $200 dólares
Reviewed By martindemeio - Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The trip was excellent. The bus is really confortable and counts with WIFI and AC. Patricia, the tour guide, knows a lot of Washingon history and made this journey really enjoyable. If you go to NY, it's a must-do excursion. 100% recommended.
7. Woodlawn Cemetery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 126 reviews
Occupying more than 400 acres in the Bronx, this cemetery is known for the ornate and imaginative mausoleums and monuments of some of the country's most famous industrialists and politicians. Notable individuals include Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, Celia Cruz, Irving Berlin, Herman Melville, and many more. Guide maps are available at both cemetery entrances.
Reviewed By mabeena - Bronx, NY
Go in through the Jerome Avenue gate. That is where you should start your tour. All the large mausoleums are there. So many famous people are buried here. Download a map or pick one up at the 233rd St gate. Tours are given and in the fall they have night time tours. it really is a beautiful peaceful setting
8. The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Overall Ratings
5 based on 47 reviews
At New York City's most visited museum and attraction, you will experience over 5,000 years of art from around the world. The Met is for anyone as a source of inspiration, insight and understanding. You can learn, escape, play, dream, discover, connect.
Reviewed By Kerrie C
I’m not a huge fan of art galleries but I can imagine if this is your thing you will love it. Lots of great displays, sculptures, portraits, landscapes and modern art. Maps available to help navigate this museum with ease. Spent an hour here but you could spend much much longer. Audio guides are available.
9. Rockefeller Lookout
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Kauai-Biz-Traveler - Riverside, California
Excellent views of the Hudson, Manhattan and the GW Bridge in a natural setting. The beauty is spoiled however when you notice the graffiti and overflowing (and blowing) trash.
10. Flat Rock Brook Nature Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By robcurtross - New York City, New York
A small, beautiful preserve and nature center situated on the western slope of the Palisades; there are four miles of relatively easy hiking trails, with many interesting sights.
Flat Rock Brook Nature Center was established in 1973 to preserve one of the last remnants of the Palisades forest as a natural sanctuary for plant and animal life. It is available to the public for trail walks, nature study and other passive recreation.
In 2013, a new educational dock overlooking Quarry Pond was completed. Its hexagonal shape provides a better viewing platform for school groups that visit the Nature Center. The Nature Center building (restrooms included) has been renovated and the pond dredged to provide an improved water habitat for wildlife.
Trails Overview:
The park contains a compact network of seven marked trails totaling roughly 4 miles.
This park is only a couple of miles from the George Washington Bridge, and I've often stopped on my way to or from NYC -- either way, it refreshes my soul.
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