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Attractions

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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 597 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $67 per adult
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History & culture

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Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 1745 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $99 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 1745 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $99 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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American Museum of Natural History Tickets

American Museum of Natural History Tickets

Activity duration is 1 day
7.8 out of 10 with 842 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $43 per adult
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Shows & concerts

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The Lion King On Broadway

The Lion King On Broadway

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 1432 reviews
Price is CA $170 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Prudential Center featuring a skyscraper and a city

Prudential Center

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Catch an event at Prudential Center during your trip to Newark. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Prudential Center
Branch Brook Park featuring a park

Branch Brook Park

Explore the great outdoors at Branch Brook Park, a lovely green space in Newark. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Branch Brook Park

Mall at Short Hills

You can enjoy retail therapy at Mall at Short Hills during your stay in Short Hills. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Mall at Short Hills

Newark sightseeing tours & attractions

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