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TURTLE BACK ZOO
This is no ordinary zoo. It’s the number one zoo in the entire Garden State. Be prepared to be impressed with the incredible array of special animals from around the world you will come face to face with. Plus, enjoy attractions galore like the carousel, miniature train and pony rides. 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange, New Jersey 07052 973-731-5800
PAPER MILL PLAYHOUSE
First-rate musicals and plays are the domain of the Paper Mill Playhouse. Classic shows range from “Mary Poppins” and “West Side Story” to more recent Broadway hits like “The Producers” and “Million Dollar Quartet.” There are also plenty of musicals just for kids. 22 Brookside Dr, Millburn, New Jersey 07041 | 973-376-4343
REEVES-REED ARBORETUM
You’ll be smitten with everything you see at Reeves-Reed Arboretum, from the colorful gardens to the unique hardwood forest to the picturesque hiking trails. This stunning locale is listed on the National Register and the New Jersey Register of Historic Places. 165 Hobart Ave., Summit, New Jersey 07901 | 908-273-8787
JOCKEY HOLLOW
Situated in Morristown National Historical Park, Jockey Hollow is a well-known spot from the days of the Revolutionary War. The Continental Army spent an extreme cold winter here in 1789-1790 in very cramped quarters, tiny huts that you’ll be able to see on a self-guided tour. Morristown National Historical Park, Washington Place, Morristown, New Jersey 07960 | 973-539-2085
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Shoppers will love exploring some of the area’s most popular shopping destinations, such as Shoppes at New Providence - 3 mins, Livingston Mall - 15 mins and Village Shopping Center - 3 mins.
TOP THINGS TO DO IN NJ
Make the most of your stay at The Hub Murray Hill by getting out and experiencing all of the fun things there are to do nearby. Our New Providence, NJ hotel is within close proximity of a myriad of attractions. Get an amazing history lesson at Jockey Hollow in Morristown National Historical Park. Commune with nature at Reeves-Reed Arboretum. Catch a proven Broadway show or one that’s en route to Broadway at Paper Mill Playhouse. And encounter exotic animals from around the globe at Turtle Back Zoo.
Planning to Visit?
Murray Hill is centrally located in New Providence, within a 10-minute drive of the Mall at Short Hills and Reeves-Reed Arboretum. This hotel is 11.8 mi (19 km) from Seton Hall University and 15.6 mi (25 km) from Rutgers University, Busch Campus.
We are just minutes away from a variety of arboretums; including Reeves-Reed Arboretum, Historic Tree Grove and Arboretum, and the Cora Hartshorn Arboretum and Bird Sanctuary. These botanical gardens feature a diverse collection of trees alongside charming, lush gardens, sure to exhibit the natural beauty of New Jersey.
We’re also located in close proximity to the area’s most popular shopping centers, such as the Malls at Short Hill and The Mills at Jersey Gardens. Shoppers will love exploring the large variety of brands these Jersey malls have to offer, even New Jersey exclusives!
The Paper Mill Playhouse, New Jersey’s official theater, and the New Jersey Center for Visual Arts are popular settings to experience a taste of New Jersey’s art and culture. Located in the heart of New Providence, we are surrounded by an array of fine dining, nightlife and entertainment options.