The 14 New Jersey Tours That Are Worth the Money

1.The Escape Game New Jersey: 60-Minute Adventure at American Dream

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 341 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $49Our pick

At The Escape Game New Jersey inside American Dream, you and your team get 60 minutes to solve a mission with help from a game guide. Choose from seven themes, including Prison Break and Cosmic Crisis. Plan about 75 minutes total, and note that other players may join unless you book every spot.

“Amazing!!! Diondre was the best!!! Everyone was so kind and helpful!”

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2.Liberty Science Center General Admission with Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 138 reviews · 1 day · from $22Best value

Spend a day at Liberty Science Center in Liberty State Park, Jersey City. General admission covers permanent exhibits, science demonstrations, and labs. Try the Infinity Climber, test friction on a rock wall, and make a giant soap bubble. Add a planetarium show, 3D film, or SUE: The T. rex Experience for an extra charge.

“Good, except I had to go to a separate line to check in VS just scanning at the main check in.”

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3.LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 44 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $27

Spend about three hours at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester in Ridge Hill, Yonkers. Admission covers 15 attractions, including a LEGO-built New York skyline, two rides, car-building, DUPLO play and 4D films. It suits children ages 3 to 10, and adults must come with a child. Food and the optional Master Builder Academy Creation cost extra.

“So much fun, not crowded and lots to do. Even the adults had fun. Don’t plan to eat here, the snack bar is quite basic (drinks and bagged stacks) but right outside is a wealth of great food places to try.”

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4.Private EWR Airport transfer / New York City (One Way)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · 45 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

A private one-way ride from Newark Airport to a Manhattan address, for groups of up to three. Your driver’s contact details are sent by message, and the car waits curbside after you call. Flight monitoring and a set free-wait period help with arrival timing. Meet and greet and car seats cost extra.

“Our driver was fabulous! He was waiting on us as we exited baggage claim, was cheerful and engaging during the trip to Manhattan. Will definitely use this service again!”

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5.Private Walking Tour of Hoboken, Only Half a Mile from Manhattan!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Walk Hoboken with Greg on a private, customizable tour that pairs Hudson River views with old railways, tree-lined streets, local food, and stories of the city’s immigrant and industrial past. The three-hour route can include Pier A Park, Stevens Institute, Washington Street, and classic local stops. You can also arrange to meet in Manhattan and travel over together.

“Greg is an excellent guide. We started the tour on the waterfront learning all about Hoboken’s history. We finished the waterfront at Steven’s Institute with a talk about the founding family, before heading into the residential tree lined streets of town. We enjoyed great stops for food and ice cream all while passing by Frank Sinatra’s childhood home. It was also fun to see the connections between Hoboken and Jersey City. Greg is easy going, loves questions and makes the several hour tour feel much shorter. Wear comfortable shoes!”

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6.Newark: New Jersey Devils Ice Hockey Game Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 25 reviews · 2h 30m · from $26

Take your seat at a New Jersey Devils NHL game at Prudential Center, known locally as The Rock. Your digital ticket includes a reserved seat, with location set by your chosen category. Expect about 150 minutes of hockey, a spirited home crowd, the NJ Devil mascot, and arena concessions for sale.

“Nous n’avons pas pu accéder aux billets et n’avons pas assisté au match. J’ai fait plusieurs relances….. une honte”

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7.New York Skyline Magic – The Real Skyline With a Real Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $60

Follow the New Jersey waterfront from Jersey City to Weehawken on a private, three-hour mix of driving and short walks. Local guide Paolo takes you to skyline viewpoints, the 9/11 memorial, Hoboken’s waterfront, Hamilton Park, and Boulevard East. The tour ends at Port Imperial, with ferry, bus, and train options for returning to Manhattan.

“A few nights ago we went on a fabulous private tour of the Manhattan Skyline with Paolo on the New Jersey side. The different views from afternoon, evening and then at night were magical. Instead of looking up at the buildings in Manhattan we had beautiful unobstructed views from special locations. Pics don't do it justice. We enjoyed all of the stops in the itinerary while riding in a very comfortable vehicle with drop off and pick up services throughout. Paolo is very patient, accommodating and knowledgeable. We learned so much and truly enjoyed the entire time we spent with him.”

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8.Deluxe 1.5-Hour Central Park Pedicab Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $90

Ride with a private pedicab guide through Central Park for 1.5 hours, stopping at landmarks such as Bethesda Fountain, Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields, and the Alice in Wonderland statue. Abdul is one guide praised for his professional manner and humor. The tour starts and ends at 59th Street and 7th Avenue, with hotel pickup available if you choose that option.

“Abdul was a delight, knowledgeable & professional with a sense of humor. I’ve never seen some sights that he took us to even having been in the Park before.”

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9.JFK Airport RoundTrip Transfer to New York City

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 12 reviews · from $74

Elife Ride arranges a private, air-conditioned transfer between JFK and your New York City accommodation. Your English-speaking driver contacts you by text, phone, or WhatsApp to set a meeting point, tracks your flight, and helps with your bags. The service is advertised as round-trip, with 60 minutes of airport waiting time included.

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10.City Cruises NYC: Skyline Dinner Cruise from New Jersey

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 11 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $119

Board City Cruises at Lincoln Harbor Marina in Weehawken for a 2.5-hour dinner cruise on the Hudson and East River. Expect an attended buffet, assigned seating, DJ music and outdoor deck access, with views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan landmarks. Drinks beyond coffee, tea and water cost extra, and food quality can be uneven.

“The servers in the boat and even their Captain were incredibly nice. I don't have words to appreciate them.”

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11.New York City + Niagara Falls 2-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $228

Leave New York at 7:00 am for a two-day trip with bus transport, one hotel night, Corning Museum of Glass, and Niagara Falls by day and night. Depending on the season, the route includes Watkins Glen and attractions such as Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds. Guides may include Kiko Song, Daniel, or Helena, but names are not guaranteed.

“Daniel was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable. The Maid Of the Mist was fantastic. The Cave of the Winds was an experience to feel the power of the falls.”

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12.Private Sail Around New York City and The Statue of Liberty

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Board a private sailboat at Liberty Landing Marina in Jersey City for a harbor route past lower Manhattan, the Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island, Governors Island, and the Statue of Liberty. Captain Barry leads the trip, and you may be able to take part in sailing if you ask. The yacht holds up to six people; the listed duration is about two hours.

“My family had a fantastic time on a sunset sail with Captain Barry! Beautiful views of the Manhattan skyline, Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty and more! It was a great night for a sunset sail, highly recommend!”

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13.Hoboken: Private Walking Tour with Manhattan Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 3 hours · from $59

Walk Hoboken with Greg, a local resident and licensed NYC tour guide, on a private, customizable three-hour outing. Expect Hudson River parks, Manhattan views, historic streets, local businesses, and stories of the city’s immigrant and industrial past. Meet in Hoboken or travel there together from Manhattan by ferry or train.

“My son recently moved to Hoboken and during my visit we came upon this tour. Booking and communication with Greg was excellent. He promptly met us at our meeting spot and we had a wonderful few hours exploring Hoboken and learning the history of the town. He was extremely knowledgeable of the area, the buildings, businesses, and overall a delightful time. My son and I both highly recommend this tour with Greg. You will learn about the many layers of Hoboken and what a truly place this is.”

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14.Sunset Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $55

Join Urban Paddle Kayak Tours in Jersey City for an approximately one-hour sunset paddle in a sheltered cove. The crew covers paddle basics, so you can take part without prior kayaking experience. Look for views of Liberty State Park, the Statue of Liberty, New York City and Hudson Yards from a colorful sit-on-top kayak.

“Es war genau wie erhofft. Tolle Aussicht, super nette Crew! Bin vorher noch nicht Kajak gefahren und kann es nur empfehlen.”

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