Title: Things to Do in Orange in 2026 | Expedia.com [Orange Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Orange.dx6004582)[Hotels in Orange](https://expedia.com/Orange-Hotels.d6004582.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Orange](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Orange.d6004582.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Orange](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Orange.d6004582.Car-Rental-Guide)[Orange Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Orange.d6004582.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Orange ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Orange Types of activities [Orange Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Orange.dx6004582) ![Delicious soul food in NJ is possible. Everything in this photo is a 10! #troverfoodies](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004582/3096f081-ef66-4d5c-93e9-87f4855ace68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Delicious soul food in NJ is possible. Everything in this photo is a 10! #troverfoodies](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004582/3096f081-ef66-4d5c-93e9-87f4855ace68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- --- ## Orange must see attractions ### 1\. Times Square Locals might bemoanTimes Square’s touristy hustle and bustle, but the neon wonderland isundeniably New York City's beating heart. Loud and chaotic, the crowdedepicenter is one of the world’s most visited and recognizable touristattractions. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Times-Square-Manhattan.d502080.Vacation-Attraction) ![Times Square which includes a city, signage and a high rise building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502080/ba1463c8-9bb1-4699-95b4-495107edd8f3.jpg) ### 2\. Central Park When it comes to film credits, no green space in the world can match New York City's Central Park. “When Harry Met Sally,” “Annie Hall,” “Home Alone 2,” and “Sex and the City: The Movie” all feature scenes shot in Manhattan’s iconic park, which opened in 1857 and is renowned as one of the city’s most precious outdoor areas. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Central-Park-Manhattan.d6056463.Vacation-Attraction) ![spring landscape in the Central park, New York, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056463/218d1975-505c-48d8-beb4-0f420513a376.jpg) ### 3\. Madison Square Garden Midtown Manhattan has one of the world’s most famous indoor arenas: Madison Square Garden (MSG). Watch the NBA New York Knicks, NHL New York Rangers and WNBA New York Liberty or your favorite big-name concert performers at this huge venue. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Madison-Square-Garden-Manhattan.d6291778.Vacation-Attraction) ![NewYork_MadisonSquareGarden_6291778_8](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6291778/100a91d6-4c2c-4f29-9372-94725c3c5e3a.jpg) ### 4\. Statue of Liberty Few buildings conjure up as many emotions as New York’s iconic Statue of Liberty, an awe-inspiring symbol of freedom, hope and democracy standing proud on Liberty Island in New York Harbor. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Statue-Of-Liberty-New-York.d502066.Vacation-Attraction) ![Statue of Liberty](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502066/7fa049ab-2439-4d49-b340-2016317d6e92.jpg) ### 5\. Grand Central Terminal Stand aside from the 750,000 daily visitors rushing to and from their trains and admire the architectural beauty of the majestic Grand Central Terminal. It’s also home to shops and dining options, making it an entertaining one-stop destination. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Grand-Central-Terminal-Manhattan.d502081.Vacation-Attraction) ![Chrysler Building shines amid evening glow in New York City skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064535/523d78ba-b47f-4343-a805-fb2b0d208577.jpg) ### 6\. Empire State Building The Empire StateBuilding is a world-famous landmark, synonymous with New York. It’s renowned asa backdrop in films such as “An Affair to Remember,” “King Kong,” and“Sleepless in Seattle.” In fact, it’s one of the city’s most significant andromantic skyscrapers. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Empire-State-Building-Manhattan.d502075.Vacation-Attraction) ![Close up view of the Empire State Building and the New York city skyline on a beautiful blue sky day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502075/e47e13bb-635b-4451-addb-36dd590eca37.jpg) ### 7\. Rockefeller Center An ode to 1930s NewYork, Rockefeller Center in Midtown Manhattan fuses the old and the new, and isat the heart of the city’s annual holiday celebrations. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Rockefeller-Center-Manhattan.d502076.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rockefeller Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502076/95920105-ade5-4842-982e-64df4898f074.jpg) ### 8\. Broadway Broadway is called the “Great White Way” for the dazzling lights surrounding the popular Times Square portion of this avenue. Take a moment to look in all directions from your spot at the center of Times Square. Every December 31, about 1 million people crowd into this space to watch the 12-foot (3.6-meter) ball drop from One Times Square in celebration of the New Year. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Broadway-Manhattan.d6064537.Vacation-Attraction) ![Motion blur effect,Times square with illuminated buildings and advertise on front crowded streets and yellow cabs for transportation tourists,midtown in New York with busy traffic and taxi cars moving](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064537/a8ea8d2d-ca3c-4cc4-9553-0e1c2a53eb63.jpg) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6004582) ## Recommended things to do in Orange | Number of things to do | 36 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [USA Firsty eSim - Free Roaming Mobile Data](/things-to-do/usa-firsty-esim-free-roaming-mobile-data.a50479810.activity-details): $8 | | Top 5 things to do | [American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-sesame-street-learn-play-ticket.a49876491.activity-details)[American Dream DreamWorks Indoor Water Park Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-dreamworks-indoor-water-park-ticket.a4976613.activity-details)[American Dream Mirror Maze Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-mirror-maze-ticket.a5072952.activity-details)[New Jersey Devils Ice Hockey Game at Prudential Center](/things-to-do/new-jersey-devils-ice-hockey-game-at-prudential-center.a47588423.activity-details)[American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium](/things-to-do/american-dream-sea-life-new-jersey-aquarium.a2671186.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [American Dream Mirror Maze Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-mirror-maze-ticket.a5072952.activity-details)[American Dream: Angry Birds Mini Golf Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-angry-birds-mini-golf-ticket.a50091634.activity-details)[American Dream TiLT Interactive Museum Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-tilt-interactive-museum-ticket.a5005198.activity-details)[American Dream: Mirror Maze Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-mirror-maze-admission-ticket.a50097370.activity-details)[USA Firsty eSim - Free Roaming Mobile Data](/things-to-do/usa-firsty-esim-free-roaming-mobile-data.a50479810.activity-details) | | With kids | [American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-sesame-street-learn-play-ticket.a49876491.activity-details)[American Dream DreamWorks Indoor Water Park Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-dreamworks-indoor-water-park-ticket.a4976613.activity-details)[American Dream Mirror Maze Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-mirror-maze-ticket.a5072952.activity-details)[American Dream: Indoor Ice Skating Rink Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-indoor-ice-skating-rink-admission-ticket.a50100405.activity-details)[American Dream Nickelodeon Universe Indoor Theme Park Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-nickelodeon-universe-indoor-theme-park-ticket.a4974383.activity-details) | ## What to do in Orange --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Orange? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Orange ![Prudential Center which includes a city and a high rise building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079929/4b100c82-6573-47b3-b052-02d8b26d2227.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Prudential Center See everything from electrifying hockey games and huge musical concerts to monster truck rallies and children’s shows at The Rock. [](https://expedia.com/Prudential-Center-Central-Ward.d6079929.Vacation-Attraction) ![Photo – crowded soccer stadium, football fans support the team](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6093585/e2ed4666-892c-4dc1-81d5-a24d873919a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sports Illustrated Stadium Catch an event at Sports Illustrated Stadium during your trip to Harrison. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.com/Sports-Illustrated-Stadium-Newark.d6093585.Vacation-Attraction) ![New Jersey Performing Arts Center showing theater scenes, interior views and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079917/beb7c70a-4c6a-4aea-a1ef-7f1d2994ef1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### New Jersey Performing Arts Center Come for a night at the theater and be dazzled by a Grammy Award-winning symphony orchestra, an international ballet company or a famous rock group. [](https://expedia.com/New-Jersey-Performing-Arts-Center-Downtown-Newark.d6079917.Vacation-Attraction) ![Seton Hall University from an aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502106/b9099df7-12ee-44c7-9dbf-0b25ab26b5e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seton Hall University Explore the campus of Seton Hall University as part of your travels around South Orange. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.com/Seton-Hall-University-Newark.d502106.Vacation-Attraction) ![Branch Brook Park showing a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6262073/2fead5d6-f89a-4942-8c5b-d00ddd4bc37b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Branch Brook Park The largest park in the “Garden State” features lakes, waterways, forests, meadows and a spectacular cherry blossom festival in spring. [](https://expedia.com/Branch-Brook-Park-Newark.d6262073.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rubella tortoise in the zoo. Three turtles are standing on their backs, one on one. Trachemys Scripta Elegans .](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079937/4bc52210-23e6-46a6-b9b3-71158b85e636.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Turtle Back Zoo Visit the native and exotic animals who call Turtle Back Zoo home during your travels in West Orange. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Turtle-Back-Zoo-Newark.d6079937.Vacation-Attraction) ![Montclair Art Museum showing interior views and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229389/ae82509e-ef4c-407b-a475-908c82a3f1f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Montclair Art Museum Use the audio guide to learn about historic and modern Native American art and sip wine at a live music event. [](https://expedia.com/Montclair-Art-Museum-Newark.d6229389.Vacation-Attraction) ![Little fairy dwellings are strewn throughout the South Mountain Fairy Trail](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6345486/0f244675-8745-40e3-8c5f-7bc5f65cfbbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### South Mountain Reservation Explore the great outdoors at South Mountain Reservation, a lovely green space in Newark. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/South-Mountain-Reservation-Newark.d6262119.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Mills at Jersey Gardens You can do some window-shopping at The Mills at Jersey Gardens during your stay in Elizabeth. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.com/The-Mills-At-Jersey-Gardens-Newark.d6079911.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Orange ![Downtown Newark featuring a square or plaza, a city and outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000663296/d20edfde-0e85-4aef-b9c3-454e9761ab21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Newark ![Aerial of East Orange New Jersey ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6741/007a53a9-095a-4cb9-8c5f-1caf38b89ae1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bloomfield ![Aerial Drone of South Orange New Jersey ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6765/dce4d73c-b99c-43a0-a6b9-c046f2069dd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### South Orange ![Aerial Drone of Montclair New Jersey ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7798/68987740-5bcd-4cc6-b8d4-1d8a0056bf60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### East Orange ![West Orange Trail bike path bridge in Winter Garden, Orlando Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10453/f6340dd2-f5c8-49dd-977f-374b8e702cae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### West Orange ![Montclair Art Museum showing outdoor art and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229389/a62acda8-ca4c-4e92-937c-12d2e3581839.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Montclair ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Orange worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Orange? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Orange? ### Is three days enough to stay in Orange? ### Is Orange a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Orange with kids? > - [American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/american-dream-sesame-street-learn-play-ticket.a49876491.activity-details) > - [American Dream DreamWorks Indoor Water Park Ticket](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/american-dream-dreamworks-indoor-water-park-ticket.a4976613.activity-details) > - [American Dream Mirror Maze Ticket](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/american-dream-mirror-maze-ticket.a5072952.activity-details) > - [American Dream: Indoor Ice Skating Rink Admission Ticket](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/american-dream-indoor-ice-skating-rink-admission-ticket.a50100405.activity-details) > - [American Dream Nickelodeon Universe Indoor Theme Park Ticket](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/american-dream-nickelodeon-universe-indoor-theme-park-ticket.a4974383.activity-details) ### What to do in Orange for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Orange?