- The list below includes 580 free or cheap things to do in or near Newark, New Jersey, including 121 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Parks, Recreation Centers and Movie Theaters.
- From Newark Public Library to Military Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Newark and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Queens and Brooklyn.
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The 18th Century Dutch designed Hamilton House Museum takes visitors back to the early days of Clifton. The house stands to preserve the history of the village and surrounding farmlands that once thrived in the area.
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12th Avenue & 46th Street, New York City, NY 10036
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Interactive exhibits that integrate virtual and multi-sensory technology form the foundation of Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum. There are 30 restored aircraft, the space shuttle Enterprise, and the submarine Growler within the museum exhibits.
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At Temple Bar, visitors can enjoy a variety of specialty cocktails, including Champagne Carlton and the Betty Draper, the latter of which is named after the Mad Men character. The site's menu items include Deviled Eggs and Hoison Braised Short Ribs.
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At Reeves-Reed Arboretum, visitors can explore the gardens, pathways, and historic buildings on the premises. In the spring time, they feature a 'daffodil-bowl' where an entire hillside is blooming with daffodils.
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Breaker Billiards is a pool hall that features over a dozen tables of various kinds, as well as ping pong tables. The facility hosts a variety of specials and promotions.
9.4 Miles
Pedestrians, trains, bicycles, and motor vehicles have crossed the Brooklyn Bridge since 1883. At the time of its construction, it was the longest suspension bridge in the world, with its 1595.5 feet. It is a National Historic Landmark.
9.4 Miles
Dating back to 1663, the Fort Wadsworth covers 226 acres and is one of the oldest forts in the country. Among the events which are held here, the New York City Marathon passes through it.
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The Bowery, located in south Manhattan, is a neighborhood that contains the Amato Opera, the Bowery Ballroom, the Bowery Mural, and the Bowery Poetry Club. The location's 'Little Saigon' neighborhood contains restaurants with Vietnamese cuisines.
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Locals enjoy Greig Farm for the ability to pick their own produce. The farm offers memberships for those who visit regularly and host holiday events throughout the year including pumpkin picking and summer berry picking.
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Absolutely Fish is a large retail fish store housing over 9,000 gallons of marine fish and 5,000 gallons of freshwater fish from around the world. The store also offers school tours and classes for children.