What to do and see in Englewood, United States: The Best Places and Tips

October 22, 2017 Mikaela Didonna

Englewood is a city located in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the city had a total population of 27,147, reflecting an increase of 944 (+3.6%) from the 26,203 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 1,353 (+5.4%) from the 24,850 counted in the 1990 Census.
Restaurants in Englewood

1. Bergen Performing Arts Center

30 N Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631-2707 +1 201-227-1030
Excellent
49%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 103 reviews

Bergen Performing Arts Center

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.

2. Overpeck County Park

Fort Lee Road/Overpeck Park Driveway, 50 Fort Lee Road, Leonia, NJ 07605 +1 201-336-7275
Excellent
60%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 53 reviews

Overpeck County Park

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.

3. Van Saun County Park / Bergen County Zoological Park

216 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652-5349 +1 201-262-3771
Excellent
63%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 364 reviews

Van Saun County Park / Bergen County Zoological Park

Reviewed By Liza H - Dumont, New Jersey

We love the Bergen County Zoo. It is a family favorite! We are members and they have many great activities all year long! Wonderful new updates and fantastic programs. My kids go to their zoo camp for a week in the summer as well! Love it!

4. Fort Lee Historic Park

Hudson Terrace, Fort Lee, NJ +1 201-461-1776
Excellent
30%
Good
59%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 71 reviews

Fort Lee Historic Park

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.

5. New York Botanical Garden

2900 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10458-5153 +1 718-817-8700
Excellent
76%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2 reviews

New York Botanical Garden

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.

6. Teaneck Cinemas

503 Cedar Ln, Teaneck, NJ 07666-1710 +1 201-530-7410
Excellent
47%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 35 reviews

Teaneck Cinemas

Reviewed By wolfman2014 - Brooklyn, New York

After not going to a theater for many many years, we went here to see a small independent film. Tickets during the day were just $5 each and that cannot be beat. The theater itself was a bit small, but seats were comfy and floor was clean. Street parking in the area is available, although I am sure it may get tough on the weekends.

7. The Shops at Riverside

390 Hackensack Avenue One Riverside Square, Hackensack, NJ 07601-6310 +1 201-489-2212
Excellent
37%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 83 reviews

The Shops at Riverside

Reviewed By KimoraBak

Riverside Square Mall is a fine location to peacefully stroll and shop for tasteful retail. With an array of dining and snack options to refresh your palate small or large Riverside Square Mall serves them all.

8. King Spa

321 Commercial Ave, Palisades Park, NJ 07650-1211 +1 201-947-9955
Excellent
47%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
5%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 128 reviews

King Spa

Reviewed By lunahod - New York City, New York

no frills 4 floors of simple delight. service is readily available though usually without a smile. clean, reliable, well worth the money. the design is atrocious but oh well... you can't have everything. the point is in the heat that's readily available really everywhere, starting with the worm floors and going all the way to the hottest/largest sauna next to the juice joint. smaller less hot saunas are also abundant as are places to rest including cozy corners where one can simply lay on the worm ceramic floor. overall, an excellent half day of the whole day trip to rejuvenation. highly recommended, especially in the cold seasons.

9. Flat Rock Brook Nature Center

443 Van Nostrand Ave, Entrance at the end of the street., Englewood, NJ 07631-4729 +1 201-567-1265
Excellent
50%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 10 reviews

Flat Rock Brook Nature Center

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.

10. African Art Museum of the Society of African Missions

23 Bliss Ave, Tenafly, NJ 07670-3001 +1 201-894-8611
Excellent
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Good
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5 based on 4 reviews

African Art Museum of the Society of African Missions

Reviewed By Edward B

A last minute activity to offset a blistering heat day. A real treasure in Tenafly NJ easily missed, but loaded with artifacts from Africa with great classic features in modernity. A wonderful find.

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