North Bergen is an affordable and family-friendly township set on the Hudson River. It’s a great base to explore New York City and experience the Empire State through a local lens. Admire the Manhattan skyline from riverside parks and dive into the area’s colourful Hispanic heritage.
Things to do in North Bergen
Enjoy uninterrupted views of the New York City skyline from River View Park. Walk along the tree-lined paths and peer through public binoculars for a close-up look at iconic skyscrapers like the Empire State Building and Central Park Tower.
Stretch your legs on the breezy Hudson River Waterfront Walkway. The path stretches along the western bank of the Hudson River and passes directly through North Bergen. Refuel with a riverside picnic or treat yourself at an upmarket waterfront restaurant.
Shop, dine and discover the Hispanic heritage on Bergenline Avenue. The bustling thoroughfare is nicknamed “Havana on the Hudson” and is lined with hundreds of shops, cafes and restaurants. Sample everything from Mexican tacos and Venezuelan arepas to Peruvian ceviche and Ecuadorian stews.
Cross the Hudson River and spend the day sightseeing in New York City. Admire masterpieces at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, get lost in sprawling Central Park and café hop in Greenwich Village. Stroll along cobblestone streets and shop designer boutiques in SoHo and head to Little Italy for some of the best pizza, pasta and gelato this side of Rome.
Getting around North Bergen
Parts of North Bergen are pedestrian-friendly and easy to get around on foot. Hudson-Bergen Light Rail (HBLR) trams connect North Bergen with Jersey City, while local buses run between North Bergen and Downtown Manhattan in 40 minutes. John F. Kennedy International Airport is a one to two-hour drive away and Newark Liberty International Airport is 30 minutes away.