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Somerset County, Somerset County, NJ
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Somerset County

Somerset County is a sightseeing stop in Somerset County, NJ, part of the New York City guide. Cost: free.

· Somerset County, NJ

Why you should go…

Visit Somerset County NJ is the tourism division of the Somerset County Business Partnership, the county's official destination marketing organization. It promotes the county's attractions, events, dining and lodging to leisure and business travelers. The Business Partnership traces back to a county chamber of commerce founded in 1919 and took its current combined form in 2002.

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What's around here?

The closest stops to Somerset County, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sightseeing
    History Buff

    Morristown National Historical Park

    Free

    Tour Washington's headquarters at the Ford Mansion and walk the soldier hut sites of the 1779-80 winter encampment.

    22 mi awayMore like this

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden

    Under $25

    Historic 83-acre arts campus on Staten Island with botanical gardens, museums and a contemporary art center.

    23 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Theatre & Events
    Date Night

    Prudential Center

    $25–$50

    Downtown Newark arena where you catch New Jersey Devils hockey, Seton Hall basketball and touring concerts.

    24 mi awaySwitch it up: Theatre & Events

  • Tours
    Local Gem

    Have You Met Newark

    $25–$50

    Locally led walking and food tours exploring Newark's history, galleries, shops and eateries.

    24 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

    $25–$50

    Ferry out to Lady Liberty and walk the halls where 12 million immigrants first set foot in America.

    27 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Charging Bull

    Free

    Pose with the 7,100-pound bronze bull on Broadway, a Financial District landmark since 1989.

    29 mi awayMore like this