- TripBuzz found 566 things to do with kids in or near Paterson, New Jersey, including 561 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Bronx and Flushing.
- From Paul's Bar & Bowling to Paterson Museum, the Paterson area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Movie Theaters, Arts & Crafts Classes and History Museums.
- With a population of nearly 150,000 people, Paterson is New Jersey's third most populous city and the nation's second most dense city, just behind New York City. Only 45 minutes from downtown Manhattan, Paterson has a prominent view of the city's sky line, which is a big attraction to the area.
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11.4 Miles
A prominent stone monument to firefighters is located in the center of Firemen's Park. Areas around the statue include a children's playground, picnic tables, benches, and a wading pool that is open during the warmer months.
11.5 Miles
94%
36 votes
Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ 07430
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Ramapo Valley County Reservation is an over 4000 acre county park a variety of hills and valleys for hiking. Ramapo Reservation is available for camping and also features fishing and kayaking on several ponds and the Ramapo River.
11.6 Miles
With a history in film making, Fort Lee Museum showcases artifacts and memorabilia from its past. The museum offers a mix of rotating and permanent exhibits featuring posters, photographs, and more.
11.6 Miles
Origrinally built in 1908, Monument Park was dedicated to the community by the Daughters of the American Revolution. In addition to a central Revolutionary War Monument, the park has a summer concert site, the Fort Lee Museum, and a preserved Revolutionary War encampment.
11.7 Miles
70%
256 votes
179th Street and Riverside Drive, New York City, NY 10033
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Built in 1927, the George Washington Bridge connects New York City and the state of New Jersey. The location, one of the most famous bridges in the world, has been featured in a wide variety of motion pictures.
11.7 Miles
With the help of 32 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, Field Station: Dinosaurs brings these ancient animals to life. In addition to the animatronic creatures, visitors are able to view a 3-D show, meet a 15-foot puppet of a T-Rex, and interact with the roaming dinosaur wranglers in the park.
11.7 Miles
Laurel Hill Park contains two softball fields and a baseball / soccer turf field for those who wish to play in a team sporting event. The park's picnic tables and gazebo also make it a suitable place for a family or group outing.
11.8 Miles
Situated on top of a cliff, Fort Lee Historic Park provides multiple scenic overlooks near a reconstructed Revolutionary War encampment. The park has an on-site Visitor Center that features living history programs and several walking paths and hiking trails.
11.8 Miles
88%
92 votes
560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052
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The Essex County Turtle Back Zoo is oriented towards providing their animals with a more natural habitat than other zoos. There are numerous close-up displays, a petting zoo, an aquarium where visitors can pet a shark, and live music entertainment.
11.8 Miles
97%
31 votes
2400 Hudson Ter, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
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While the Palisades Interstate Park Commission covers several parks and recreational sites, it is most known for several hiking trails. There are over 30 miles of paths within the main park which can accommodate everyone from beginners to advanced hikers.