Step outside Essence Hotel and you’re minutes from major shopping centers, leafy nature preserves, and enough family attractions to fill a long weekend. Ask our concierge for directions, discounted tickets, or ride‑share arrangements.
Revolutionary‑War estate offering guided tours and seasonal reenactments (2 mi / 5 min).
Scenic overlooks of New York City skyline plus 10+ miles of hiking trails (6 mi / 12 min).
Well‑curated American and Native American collections; rotating contemporary exhibits (9 mi / 15 min).
Willowbrook Mall – 150+ stores, flagship restaurants, and a luxury cinema (1 mi / 4 min).
Dey Mansion Washington’s Headquarters – Revolutionary‑War estate offering guided tours and seasonal reenactments (2 mi / 5 min).
MetLife Stadium & Meadowlands Sports Complex – NFL games, concerts, and the American Dream retail/entertainment center (20 mi / 28 min).
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park – One of the largest waterfalls in the Northeast and the birthplace of America’s industrial boom (8 mi / 14 min).
High Mountain Park Preserve – Scenic overlooks of New York City skyline plus 10+ miles of hiking trails (6 mi / 12 min).
Turtle Back Zoo – Award‑winning zoo with 200+ species, treetop adventure course, and mini‑golf (17 mi / 25 min).
Eagle Rock Reservation – Sunset picnic spot with sweeping Manhattan views, plus the 9/11 Memorial (15 mi / 22 min).
Times Square – Hop on I‑80 east or take NJ Transit from Wayne/Route 23 Park & Ride; be in Times Square in roughly 35 minutes outside rush hour.
