Top rated Historic sites in East Orange, United States to elevate your visit (Updated April, 2024)

Top rated Historic sites in East Orange

Experience the best that East Orange has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 66 places from Historic site category.

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Weir Farm National Historical Park

National reserve

Historic retreat visited by renowned painters, with art & nature programs & outdoor activities.

4.80 (351 reviews) (~83.19 km from centre)

Washington's Headquarters Museum

Historical place museum

👍👍 Place of significant historical importance right in Morristown. The free tour was great and provided a great overview of the life and times of people of that generation

4.80 (258 reviews) (~22.26 km from centre)

Fort Hancock

Historical place

National historic landmark & park featuring a museum exhibiting coastal defense gun batteries.

4.80 (170 reviews) (~37.8 km from centre)

InfoAge - Camp Evans Historic District

Museum

👍👍 This little known and growing historical museum is home to so much history it is hard to describe. The main attractions are; a hall displaying the history of radio and broadcasting, a seperate hall showcasing the history of computers and a third hall with military vehicles. There are also lovingly m...

4.80 (124 reviews) (~65.77 km from centre)

Morristown National Historical Park

Historical place

👍👍 Enjoyed learning about the history in Morristown during this time in our countries early years. Staff answered questions and were friendly. Spent severe hours here looking at all the displays and information.

4.80 (80 reviews) (~22.29 km from centre)

Jockey Hollow

Historical place

👍👍 Great hiking, trails were well marked. Awesome views and historical signage.

4.80 (51 reviews) (~28.47 km from centre)

Updike Farmstead

Historical place

👍👍 Updike Farmstead is a magical place! I had my wedding ceremony and reception there in September 2019. Leanne and the folks at the Princeton Historical Society were a pleasure to work with. Leanne was attentive and very helpful through the entire wedding planning process - she was a knowledgeable res...

4.80 (49 reviews) (~63.96 km from centre)

Garretson Forge & Farm

Museum

A historic Dutch home with working farm & gardens, open to visitors on Sundays only.

4.80 (41 reviews) (~18.52 km from centre)

Battery Potter

Historical place

👍👍 I lived on Sandy Hook from the time I was 9 years old until I was 13. It was the best place to live. What's not to love?? 2 blocks from the beach, cool buildings to explore, which brought the added excitement of trying not to get caught inside. The Coast Guard station used to host cheap screenings...

4.80 (33 reviews) (~37.55 km from centre)

Van Cortlandt Manor

Historical place museum

Revolutionary War-era manor & living history museum with guides in period dress plus gardens & more.

4.70 (1.4K reviews) (~54.64 km from centre)

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

History museum

Home & laboratory of American inventor & manufacturer features historical artifacts & archives.

4.70 (1.3K reviews) (~3.08 km from centre)

Ringwood Manor

Historical place

The grounds of this historic mansion are part of a state park with a lake & occasional events.

4.70 (520 reviews) (~41.54 km from centre)

Bannerman Castle

Castle

Abandoned military warehouse in a Hudson River island castle, providing seasonal walking tours.

4.70 (470 reviews) (~78.62 km from centre)

Smithville Mansion

Museum

👍👍 There is a lot going on here. Trails, tours, African American History, beautiful scenery, Canoes, and more!

4.70 (250 reviews) (~98.31 km from centre)

John Jay Homestead

Historical place

Restored farmhouse & outhouses on a 62-acre estate owned by an 18th-century founding father.

4.70 (157 reviews) (~70.62 km from centre)

Perth Amboy Ferry Slip

Historical place

👍👍 A historic waterside museum that gives the interesting history of Perth Amboy and the many ships that were docked at the marina. From Ironworkers to Slave traders— each complete with unique story. The area was clean and early morning joggers / dog walkers roamed the area.

4.70 (90 reviews) (~29.36 km from centre)

Culver Fire Tower

Historical place

👍👍 You can get up here using the Tower Trail. You can cut half of the trail out (which I suggest if you're not a seasoned hiker because the main climb up is INTENSE.) if you drive down Sunrise Mountain Road until you see the trail sign - you can't miss it. You can park on the right side of the road. Be...

4.70 (73 reviews) (~66.41 km from centre)

Bat Cave Property

Historical place

👍👍 Parking lot is just off of Green Pond Rd on the right. Very easy walk to the cave. Go experience the cool air coming out of the cave during the Summer or the warm air in the Winter!

4.70 (70 reviews) (~31.28 km from centre)

New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site

Historical place

Costumed staff re-enact Revolutionary War life at George Washington's final military encampment.

4.70 (62 reviews) (~79.33 km from centre)

Sheffield Island Lighthouse Cruises

Cruise agency

👍 Nice way to spend a day. Pleasant water taxi boat ride out to the lighthouse. Quick tour of lighthouse (can't get up into lighthouse). Building well kept, nice pavilion to sit under. Only negatives are bugs and goose droppings. Wear sneakers! Pack snacks and drinks. It's a fun trip.

4.70 (60 reviews) (~75.86 km from centre)

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Top rated Historic sites in East Orange, United States