Things to do in Hudson County

Liberty Science Center is a must-see attraction. Located in beautiful Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ, the center is a cutting-edge, 300,000-square-foot learning and entertainment venue visited by more than 750,000 guests each year. The Science Center is also home to the Jennifer Chalsty Planetarium, the biggest planetarium in the Western Hemisphere, where you can spot the stars in the night sky. Explore the engineering marvels of our times in Skyscraper and try balancing on an I-beam in midair. Get dizzying views of LSC's interior when you enter the Infinity Climber, suspended 35 feet above the atrium floor. Enjoy live science demonstrations, 3-D movies, and laser shows, programming geared toward preschool kids, and engaging temporary shows that change up several times a year. Just a hop and skip from Manhattan, the center is a family-friendly attraction for all to enjoy.

Board the Spirit of New York from Chelsea Piers for a tour of Manhattan’s most iconic sights while you enjoy a bottomless mimosa brunch, lunch, or sunset dinner cruise. Take in the panoramic views from your reserved dining table or the dance floor within the fully enclosed climate-controlled decks or from the large outdoor open-air observation decks. Cruise past the Empire State Building, Intrepid, the Vessel at Hudson Yards, Chrysler Building, One World Trade Center, Battery Park, South Street Seaport, Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, Williamsburg Bridge, Governors Island, Ellis Island and of course the Statue of Liberty! As you marvel at Manhattan from the Hudson and East Rivers, enjoy bottomless mimosas onboard the brunch cruise and seasonal cocktails, wine pairings or beer from the fully stocked bar for purchase on all cruises. Take a stroll around the specious decks while you enjoy onboard entertainment with DJ music and games like giant Jenga and Connect Four. Create unforgettable memories under the skyline day or night on a New York Signature cruise. Join us December 3rd - January 1st for an enchanting and immersive Winter Wonderland experience as City Cruises celebrates the holiday season in style! Step aboard our uniquely decorated yachts, where a whimsical, fun-filled atmosphere awaits. Surround yourself with twinkling lights, snow-covered trees, themed cocktails, seasonal menus, live entertainment, and of course stunning views of NYC’s iconic sites along the skyline, perfectly complementing New York City's festive mix of holiday-themed attractions and restaurants.

If you're looking for a thrilling winter adventure, this is the perfect way to explore the iconic sights of New York City while staying warm and dry. Head to the marina, just 10 minutes by ferry from Downtown Manhattan on the New Jersey side of the Hudson River. Before embarking on your tour, you'll be provided with a life jacket (required), a wet or dry suit (if desired), locker space, and bottled water as well as a safety and operating briefing. Get ready to embark on a unique tour! Once on the water, marvel at up-close views of the One World Trade Center, Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, and much more. If you purchase the picture or video package upon arrival, your guide will capture great shots of you in front of every major sight. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline and discover New York City for a different persepctive. 

Depart from Kearny, New Jersey and fly along the Hudson River. See New York City from new heights on this helicopter tour of the city. Explore the symbols and sights of an iconic American city like the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Empire State Building. Choose between three different durations: 12-15 minute Tase of NYC Tour: On this tour, you will fly over Ellis and Governors Island where you will experience the Statue of Liberty and the first taste of freedom for millions of immigrants. Also see the South Street Seaport from the sky, cruise by the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges, and the famed Wall Street Financial Center on this much-loved New York helicopter tour. 17-19 minute Skyline Tour: Experience the sights that make New York famous with our NYC Skyline Tour. See the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island from the sky, fly by the Empire State Building, and check out Central Park from above as you fly along the Hudson River before cruising by the Intrepid Air, Sea, and Space Museum. 20-25 minute Ultimate Tour: Want a little more? Our Ultimate NYC Tour offers all of the sights listed above and then some! See Yankee Stadium from the sky, and relive the experience every time you catch a game on TV, no matter where you are. After that, you’ll fly along the Hudson to see the George Washington Bridge and wrap up the trip with a cruise by Battery Park and the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges.

When you arrive at the port, you will be greeted by staff that will welcome you onboard! Take in the panoramic views from your reserved dining table or the dance floor within the fully enclosed climate-controlled decks or from the large outdoor open-air observation decks. While you marvel at Manhattan from the Hudson and East Rivers, enjoy the chef-prepared buffet consisting of seasonal ingredients prepared fresh daily and seasonal cocktails, wine pairings or beer from the fully stocked bar for purchase. Take a stroll around the specious decks while you enjoy onboard entertainment with DJ music and games. Cruise past the Empire State Building, Intrepid, the Vessel at Hudson Yards, Chrysler Building, One World Trade Center, Battery Park, South Street Seaport, Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, Williamsburg Bridge, Governors Island, Ellis Island and of course the Statue of Liberty! Create unforgettable memories as you have a relaxing meal and take in the iconic sights Join us December 3rd - January 1st for an enchanting and immersive Winter Wonderland experience as City Cruises celebrates the holiday season in style! Step aboard our uniquely decorated yachts, where a whimsical, fun-filled atmosphere awaits. Surround yourself with twinkling lights, snow-covered trees, themed cocktails, seasonal menus, live entertainment, and of course stunning views of NYC’s iconic sites along the skyline, perfectly complementing New York City's festive mix of holiday-themed attractions and restaurants.

Take a high-speed boat ride on the Hudson River narrated by our professional US Coast Guard licensed captains. See famous sites in and around New York Harbor. Get a perfect photo at each stop with special navigation from the captain. First, be greeted by your captain and checked in. After a short and mandatory safety briefing, you'll get suited up and board the boat. Take advantage of anti-exposure suits in the winter and windproof jackets in the spring and fall.   Next, depart from North Cove Marina and head out onto the Hudson River to get spectacular views of downtown and midtown with the Empire State and Chrysler buildings in view. Then, travel south around Battery Park and enter the East River. See the helicopters land and take off at the helipad. From here, cruise past South Street Seaport, go under the Brooklyn Bridge, and up to the Manhattan Bridge for a one-of-a-kind photo opportunity. After taking in the iconic views, cruise along the Brooklyn waterfront, the Red Hook Container Terminal, and past Governors Island. Crossing the Upper Bay, observe commercial vessels such as tug boats, oil barges, and the Staten Island Ferry. From here, stop right in front of the Statue of Liberty outside the security zone to get an up-close and unobstructed view of Lady Liberty. From there, travel north along the New Jersey waterfront and stop by Ellis Island. Finally, see the Colgate Clock and get great views of Midtown, Hudson Yards, the Highline, FDNY Fireboat Station, and Chelsea Piers. Listen to live narration at every stop and ask your guide questions about the sites before getting back to the marina.

Embark on a shared or private sightseeing bus tour of New York City and admire the awe-inspiring views of its sparkling skyline at night. Ride along the New Jersey waterfront and see iconic landmarks illuminated against the backdrop of the night sky. Meet your guide and set off on your evening adventure through New York. Admire the fantastic views during the twilight hours when the city's famous skyline comes to life with an endless array of flickering lights. Experience the incredible panoramic views from a perfect vantage point on New Jersey’s waterfront, as you learn more about the sights from your guide. Then, stop at Carlo’s Bakery in the heart of Hoboken where you can purchase some of their renowned pastries. Gaze in awe at the towering skyscrapers of Manhattan that illuminate the night sky. Enjoy picture-perfect views of the iconic Statue of Liberty and visit the Empty Sky Memorial in Liberty State Park, before heading back across the Hudson River to Manhattan.

This tour will leave you breathless and allow you to take incredible photos of New York City. With your knowledgeable tour guide, who will entertain you along the way through Hell's Kitchen, Hudson Yards, Chelsea, SoHo, Chinatown and more. You'll cross first from Manhattan to Brooklyn over the Manhattan Bridge with an incredible view of the skyline. In Brooklyn you get off the bus and see one of the most famous sights in New York, the Brooklyn Heights and its promenade. After taking amazing photos of the Manhattan skyline and seeing the skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge up close, you'll continue to New Jersey, and we will make a brief stop, tasting a slice of real New Yorker pizza with a view of Manhattan. Afterwards you'll arrive at the famous Hamilton Park, where Alexander Hamilton lost his life in a duel with Aaron Burr. The highest point in New Jersey with an unforgettable view of the thousand lights of Manhattan that will take your breath away! The tour is suitable for all ages and ends near Times Square. The tour runs every Wednesday and Sunday. This tour will leave you breathless and allow you to take incredible photos of New York City at night.

Experience the magic of NYC from the water on this sailing cruise from Brooklyn. Feel free to bring your own food and drinks. Capture pictures of iconic sights like the Manhattan skyline and Brooklyn Bridge.  Meet your captain and begin your sailing adventure. Get up close to sights like Governors Island and the towering Statue of Liberty. View the immense Brooklyn Bridge from the water. See a piece of history as you pass by Ellis Island. Take in views of the World Trade Center.  Celebrate a birthday or anniversary, make a memorable proposal, build a tighter work team, or make a regular day special with an NYC cruise. Return to your meeting point at the end of your cruise. 

Day 1 New York - Philadelphia - DC Today, we will visit Philadelphia, where we will see Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. Afterward we will continue to Washington, DC to join a Washington DC In-depth Tour (include visit to White House, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Tidal Basin, Air Force Memorial and Pentagon (passby)). We will also take a Congress Tour to visit inside of the U.S. Capitol, then outside visit the Supreme Court of the United States, The National Archives, and the Senate. Day 2 Washington DC - Watkins Glen (Summer)/Corning Museum (Winter) - Buffalo - Niagara Fall Today we will go to visit the Watkins Glen (if closed in winter, we'll visit Corning Glass Center instead). After, we will arrive at Buffalo. This city bears both glory and desolation, being the start of the Erie Canal and the source of waterfall waters. Let us climb to the observation tower to experience the grandeur of the Great Lakes, and listen carefully to the rise and fall of this city. As we reach Niagara Falls, fulfilling the long-awaited visit to the Cave of the Winds wooden walkway (closed after October 20th). With nightfall, join us for a nighttime excursion to Goat Island, where amidst the misty colorful lights, lies a fairy-tale waterfall exclusive to the night. Finally, follow the evening breeze to ascend Luna Island. Day 3 Niagara Falls - New York In the morning, head to admire the Whirlpool Park landscape, overlooking the whirlpool and canyon to feel the awe-inspiring power of nature. Following downstream along the Niagara Gorge, the not-to-be-missed experience is the Niagara Hot Air Balloon Adventure at dawn. Next is a close encounter with the falls, the eagerly anticipated Maid of the Mist boat tour. After a lunch break in Niagara Falls, you'll begin the journey back, arriving at your original departure point around 8 PM, filled with unforgettable memories of your Niagara adventure.