Best places: Scenic spots in Elizabeth

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Dumbo - Manhattan Bridge View image
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Dumbo - Manhattan Bridge View
Scenic spot
Street intersection & well-known selfie spot with the iconic Manhattan Bridge as a backdrop.
4.80 (4.2K reviews) (~19.15 km from centre)
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Bow Bridge
Bridge
This scenic, 1862 pedestrian bridge with a decorative banister is a well-known romantic spot.
4.80 (2.5K reviews) (~23.66 km from centre)
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Gapstow Bridge
Bridge
Ornamental arched bridge over the Pond, with views of Central Park South buildings & Wollman Rink.
4.80 (1.7K reviews) (~23.01 km from centre)
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Hudson River Waterfront Walkway
Scenic spot
Long, paved riverside cycling & walking path offering dramatic views of the Manhattan skyline.
4.80 (1.4K reviews) (~17.55 km from centre)
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Hartshorne Woods Park
Park
Forested park home to WWII-era bunkers, popular for 14 miles of hiking, biking & equestrian trails.
4.80 (1.2K reviews) (~35.66 km from centre)
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Raymondskill Falls
Tourist attraction
👍👍 First a warning! On weekends and holidays in the summer you cannot park at the falls lot. You have to park at Milford knob lot and catch the (free) trolley down. Now that that is covered, the falls are a nice hike. The trails are nicely maintained and there are wooden overlooks at the falls. It has...
4.80 (1K reviews) (~87.54 km from centre)
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Mount Mitchill Scenic Overlook
Park
👍👍 The Mount Mitchill Scenic Overlook has a truly spectacular view of Sandy Hook, Raritan Bay and the New York skyline. There are coin operated viewers to get a closer look. You can also sit and relax on the benches and watch the passing ships. This 12-acre site is also a Memorial dedicated to the 14...
4.80 (878 reviews) (~33.36 km from centre)
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Bethesda Terrace
Historical landmark
Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.
4.70 (10.3K reviews) (~23.62 km from centre)
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Unisphere
Tourist attraction
Spherical stainless steel globe orbited by three rings & commissioned for the 1964 World’s Fair.
4.70 (3.6K reviews) (~32.15 km from centre)
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Pier 35
Park
Waterside pier with exercise equipment & giant swings, plus sunset views over the East River.
4.70 (2.2K reviews) (~19.41 km from centre)
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Balto Statue
Tourist attraction
Sculpture of lead sled dog that raced to deliver medicine saving Alaska's children from diphtheria.
4.70 (2.1K reviews) (~23.39 km from centre)
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The Mall and Literary Walk
Scenic spot
Statues of Shakespeare, Robert Burns & other writers dot this wide promenade shaded by elm trees.
4.80 (494 reviews) (~23.48 km from centre)
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High Rocks Vista
Scenic spot
👍👍 Upon entering the park I was admittedly nervous to see the warning signs about copperheads as I’m terrified of snakes. Our two dogs and son were with us so I was concerned more for them. I’m happy to report there were no snake encounters during our hike! There was ample parking in the small lot...
4.80 (488 reviews) (~79.07 km from centre)
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Flag Plaza
Scenic spot
Picnic spot in a state park, with US flags flying & views over the Statue of Liberty to Manhattan.
4.70 (967 reviews) (~13.39 km from centre)
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Alpine Lookout
Scenic spot
👍 Great view of the river and NY. Lots of parking. Nice walk along the edge. Fence looks a bit sketchy. "YOU ARE HERE" information board posted on sidewalk area. Place could use a good cleaning to remove clothes and garbage left behind from disgusting humans.
4.70 (808 reviews) (~38.03 km from centre)
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Umpire Rock
Scenic spot
👍👍 This's one of the most popular places to visit in NY. I love to come here in spring and autumn. People visiting here seem calm and gentle, so I also can be so relaxed.
4.70 (790 reviews) (~22.85 km from centre)
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Rockefeller Lookout
Scenic spot
👍 Spent a couple of hours here on a beautiful Saturday at dusk. Had a wonderful time painting the view.
4.70 (756 reviews) (~34.11 km from centre)
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Strawberry Fields
Tourist attraction
Quiet, shady patch of Central Park with black-&-white tile mosaic honoring Beatle John Lennon.
4.60 (8.9K reviews) (~23.47 km from centre)
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Black Tom Island
Historical landmark
👍👍 Had a early morning visit! We truly enjoyed ourselves. The weather was perfect for a morning walk and as a homeschool mom we got some lessons in!
4.80 (372 reviews) (~13.47 km from centre)
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The Hawks Nest Lookout
Scenic spot
👍 Was hoping to see more fall colors but I guess we are too early (10/10/23). It was still a nice view though. Back to Texas we go 😔
4.80 (358 reviews) (~94.88 km from centre)
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