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What to Do, See, and Explore in New Jersey and New York 🌃

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Bored? 🥱 Let’s fix that! Check out these top spots in NJ and NY that are perfect for making memories (and maybe a few TikToks 😉)
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Outdoor Activities

 
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Great for hiking, picnic and any outdoor activities. This park is huuuge!
South Mountain Reservation
 
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The best park in Jersey city. Been coming here since I was a kid.
Liberty State Park
 
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I always have the best time when I’m here. You can come here with friends, family or even a date night. The Mac and cheese bites are delicious 😋
Topgolf Edison
 
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I recommend everyone coming to see the Brooklyn bridge at least once while in the city.
Brooklyn Bridge

Restaurants

 
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Has beautiful scenery & great food. I recommend getting the Mac and cheese😋
Lokal Eatery & Bar
 
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The penne alla vodka with salmon is delicious! 😍 Always my go to
Light Rail Cafe
 
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If you’re a fan of Caribbean food, I recommend trying this place. Has delicious jerk chicken Mac
Harrys Daughter
 
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There are multiple delicious options but I highly recommend getting the oxtail pizza (my mouth is watering just thinking about it lol)
Cuts & Slices
 
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Crave-worthy seafood, killer sides, and the Miami Vice to top it off! 😍
theBoil
 
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Great for a night out with friends or partner. Amazing vibes, food and music. (It is pretty small inside, wouldn’t recommend large groups)
Xperience Kitchen & Cocktails

Other Food & Drinks

 
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Love a little drinky-drink? This place has just what you’re looking for — delicious and deceptively strong, so pace yourself!
Ringside Lounge
 
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Boba lovers come to the front! Get the brown sugar milk tea and the Thai milk tea, you won’t be disappointed 🧋 sooo yummy
Lil M Bubble Tea

Arts & Entertainment

 
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Views for days! If you’re into heights and jaw dropping cityscapes, this is the perfect photo spot
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
 
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Whether you're all about that yoga life or just love staying active, this is a fun and refreshing way to move. You can go solo or bring your friends🧘‍♀️ (there’s locations in nyc too)
AIR® Aerial Fitness (@airfitsouthorange) · South Orange, NJ
 
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Trippy visuals and dope backdrops, perfect for unforgettable pics!
Mercer Labs
 
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Last minute free event taking place this Saturday in Central Park. However, if you can’t make this one, the global citizen festival takes place every year in September.
The 2025 Global Citizen Festival: New York
 
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Incredibly unique and bursting with creativity, this place showcased a style of art I’d never seen before. I truly enjoyed every moment spent here.
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens
 
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Perfect for a flirty date night or a fun night out with the girls 🤭
Museum of Sex
 
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Come here with your friends or partner, either way a time will be had!
Albatross
 
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Wanna make your own charm bracelet and pick your own jewelry? Well this is the activity for you. A fun activity to do with your girls.
Brooklyn Charm

Local Favorites

 
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If you’re into great views, good drinks, and a relaxed scene, this place checks all those boxes. Great for photos too 📸
RoofTop At The Exchange | Official Site - Jersey City
 
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I had such an amazing time with my girls. Games and drinks?🍹 who could complain? Lol
Funplex After Dark - East Hanover
 
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I love this spa so much. Prices have gone up but it’s definitely worth the experience. You have a variety of heated and un heated pools to choose from, saunas, massages, food etc.
SoJo Spa Club