Let the kids run around as you relax on the grass at Independence Park. Getting some sunshine and fresh air is never a bad idea!

Keeping a tight hold on your purse strings? The fact that Independence Park won't cost you a cent will be music to your ears. This outdoor sports and fitness area is located in the riverside neighborhood of North Ironbound and just one of countless things to experience around these parts. Prudential Center, The Mills at Jersey Gardens and New Jersey Performing Arts Center are ready for you too.

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Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel

Save 100% on your flight

per person

Jun 1 - Jun 6

Roundtrip flight included

Miami (MIA) to Newark (EWR)

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)

Staff in all areas of the hotel were awesome compared to other hotels in the surrounding area.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2024

Sheraton Parsippany Hotel

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per person

Jun 1 - Jun 6

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Miami (MIA) to Newark (EWR)

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)

It was nice and comfortable

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2024

Peachtree Suites

Journal Square

per person

Jun 15 - Jun 22

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Los Angeles (LAX) to Newark (EWR)

8.2/10 Very Good! (124 reviews)

Very nice staff and nice rooms.

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2024

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Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

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Professional Photoshoot Private Walking Tour

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Spirit of New York Signature Dinner Cruise

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NYC: ARTECHOUSE Immersive Art Experience Entrance Ticket

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Downtown Super Tour with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Harbor Cruise

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