Title: Things to Do in Harrison in 2026 | Expedia.com [Harrison Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Harrison.dx6046576)[Hotels in Harrison](https://expedia.com/Harrison-Hotels.d6046576.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Harrison](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Harrison.d6046576.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Harrison](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Harrison.d6046576.Car-Rental-Guide)[Harrison Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Harrison.d6046576.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Harrison ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Harrison Types of activities [Harrison Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Harrison.dx6046576) ![Aerial view of Harrison and Newark New Jersey with residential buildings, warehouses and the stadium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046576/7fc5b0e0-f503-42c6-954e-4b49d4d5084c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of Harrison and Newark New Jersey with residential buildings, warehouses and the stadium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046576/7fc5b0e0-f503-42c6-954e-4b49d4d5084c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Construction in Harrison NJ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046576/cbf21040-db89-47f3-839e-6657e175ee4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Awesome ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046576/3dbdf35e-65de-4522-8abd-bbab0da89d00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shades of Fall!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046576/28e88a9c-c93a-4989-88a4-efcac2df3316.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Harrison 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\. 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) ### 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\. 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) ![](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_6046576) ## Recommended things to do in Harrison | Number of things to do | 1300 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [eSIM: Airalo United States Package](/things-to-do/esim-airalo-united-states-package.a49634661.activity-details): $5 | | Top 5 things to do | [SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets](/things-to-do/summit-one-vanderbilt-experience-tickets.a44823095.activity-details)[Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum](/things-to-do/madame-tussauds-new-york-celebrity-wax-museum.a184171.activity-details)[Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards](/things-to-do/edge-observation-deck-at-hudson-yards.a50517646.activity-details)[New York CityPASS®: Experience 5 must-see attractions](/things-to-do/new-york-citypass-experience-5-must-see-attractions.a184465.activity-details)[Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options](/things-to-do/statue-of-liberty-ellis-island-tour-all-options.a269114.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [American Dream Mirror Maze Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-mirror-maze-ticket.a5072952.activity-details)[Central Park Zoo Admission Ticket with 4D Theater Access](/things-to-do/central-park-zoo-admission-ticket-with-4d-theater-access.a2303371.activity-details)[American Dream: Angry Birds Mini Golf Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-angry-birds-mini-golf-ticket.a50091634.activity-details)[American Dream: Mirror Maze Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-mirror-maze-admission-ticket.a50097370.activity-details)[New York and Washington Self Guided AI Tour for Seven days](/things-to-do/new-york-and-washington-self-guided-ai-tour-for-seven-days.a51866323.activity-details) | | With kids | [Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards](/things-to-do/edge-observation-deck-at-hudson-yards.a50517646.activity-details)[Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options](/things-to-do/statue-of-liberty-ellis-island-tour-all-options.a269114.activity-details)[Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise](/things-to-do/circle-line-new-york-harbor-lights-evening-cruise.a255366.activity-details)[New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent](/things-to-do/new-york-explorer-pass-visit-2-10-attractions-and-save-up-to-50-percent.a182983.activity-details)[American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-sesame-street-learn-play-ticket.a49876491.activity-details) | ## What to do in Harrison --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Harrison? [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 Harrison ![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) ![Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart featuring a church or cathedral, street scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532664086/d795b532-ccde-4602-b6d7-ec71e8bbe044.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart Add your name to a guestbook that includes Pope John Paul II when you visit this stunning Gothic cathedral in the heart of Newark. [](https://expedia.com/Cathedral-Basilica-Of-The-Sacred-Heart-Newark.d553248621532664086.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) --- 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 Harrison ![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 ![Kearny Power Station and Pulasky Skyway at dusk in NJ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000447322/4150fdd8-eb7a-4178-ba2f-fc1826af8ab7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kearny ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Harrison worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Harrison? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Harrison? ### Is three days enough to stay in Harrison? ### Is Harrison a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Harrison with kids? > - [Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/edge-observation-deck-at-hudson-yards.a50517646.activity-details) > - [Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/statue-of-liberty-ellis-island-tour-all-options.a269114.activity-details) > - [Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/circle-line-new-york-harbor-lights-evening-cruise.a255366.activity-details) > - [New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/new-york-explorer-pass-visit-2-10-attractions-and-save-up-to-50-percent.a182983.activity-details) > - [American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/american-dream-sesame-street-learn-play-ticket.a49876491.activity-details) ### What to do in Harrison for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Harrison? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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