Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Rutherford February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Rutherford](https://expedia.co.uk/Rutherford-Hotels.d6474.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Rutherford](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Rutherford.d6474.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Rutherford Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Rutherford.d6474.Car-Hire-Guide)[Rutherford Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Rutherford.d6474.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Rutherford, NJ ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Rutherford Types of activities [Rutherford travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Rutherford.dx6474) ## Rutherford Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Rutherford has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Rutherford, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Rutherford with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Rutherford Rutherford is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Rutherford, and make it a breeze to explore Rutherford and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Rutherford to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Rutherford, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Rutherford. #### Rutherford attractions Rutherford has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Rutherford to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Rutherford. Looking for things to do in Rutherford can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Rutherford or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Rutherford attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. 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Loud and chaotic, the crowded epicenter is one of the world’s most visited and recognizable tourist attractions. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Times-Square-Manhattan.d502080.Attraction) ![Times Square featuring a skyscraper, city views and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502080/ba1463c8-9bb1-4699-95b4-495107edd8f3.jpg) ### 2\. Central Park When it comes to film credits, no green space in the world can match New York City's Central Park. “When Harry Met Sally,” “Annie Hall,” “Home Alone 2,” and “Sex and the City: The Movie” all feature scenes shot in Manhattan’s iconic park, which opened in 1857 and is renowned as one of the city’s most precious outdoor areas. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Central-Park-Manhattan.d6056463.Attraction) ![spring landscape in the Central park, New York, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056463/218d1975-505c-48d8-beb4-0f420513a376.jpg) ### 3\. Madison Square Garden Midtown Manhattan has one of the world’s most famous indoor arenas: Madison Square Garden (MSG). Watch the NBA New York Knicks, NHL New York Rangers and WNBA New York Liberty or your favorite big-name concert performers at this huge venue. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madison-Square-Garden-Manhattan.d6291778.Attraction) ![NewYork_MadisonSquareGarden_6291778_8](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6291778/100a91d6-4c2c-4f29-9372-94725c3c5e3a.jpg) ### 4\. Statue of Liberty Few buildings conjure up as many emotions as New York’s iconic Statue of Liberty, an awe-inspiring symbol of freedom, hope and democracy standing proud on Liberty Island in New York Harbor. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Statue-Of-Liberty-New-York.d502066.Attraction) ![Statue of Liberty](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502066/7fa049ab-2439-4d49-b340-2016317d6e92.jpg) ### 5\. Grand Central Terminal Stand aside from the 750,000 daily visitors rushing to and from their trains and admire the architectural beauty of the majestic Grand Central Terminal. It’s also home to shops and dining options, making it an entertaining one-stop destination. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grand-Central-Terminal-Manhattan.d502081.Attraction) ![Grand Central Terminal which includes cbd, night scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064535/523d78ba-b47f-4343-a805-fb2b0d208577.jpg) ### 6\. Empire State Building The Empire State Building is a world-famous landmark, synonymous with New York. It’s renowned as a backdrop in films such as “An Affair to Remember,” “King Kong,” and “Sleepless in Seattle.” In fact, it’s one of the city’s most significant and romantic skyscrapers. 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6474) ## Recommended things to do in Rutherford | Number of things to do | 1117 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [eSIM: Airalo United States Package](/things-to-do/esim-airalo-united-states-package.a49634661.activity-details): £4 | | Top 5 things to do | [New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent](/things-to-do/new-york-explorer-pass-visit-2-10-attractions-and-save-up-to-50-percent.a182983.activity-details)[American Dream Nickelodeon Universe Indoor Theme Park Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-nickelodeon-universe-indoor-theme-park-ticket.a4974383.activity-details)[Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards](/things-to-do/edge-observation-deck-at-hudson-yards.a50517646.activity-details)[SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets](/things-to-do/summit-one-vanderbilt-experience-tickets.a44823095.activity-details)[American Dream One Day Fun Day Dreamworks Waterpark 4-in-1 Pass](/things-to-do/american-dream-one-day-fun-day-dreamworks-waterpark-4-in-1-pass.a46707044.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards](/things-to-do/edge-observation-deck-at-hudson-yards.a50517646.activity-details)[SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets](/things-to-do/summit-one-vanderbilt-experience-tickets.a44823095.activity-details)[Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum](/things-to-do/madame-tussauds-new-york-celebrity-wax-museum.a184171.activity-details)[Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options](/things-to-do/statue-of-liberty-ellis-island-tour-all-options.a269114.activity-details)[Circle Line: New York Harbour Lights Evening Cruise](/things-to-do/circle-line-new-york-harbour-lights-evening-cruise.a255366.activity-details) | | With kids | [New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent](/things-to-do/new-york-explorer-pass-visit-2-10-attractions-and-save-up-to-50-percent.a182983.activity-details)[American Dream Nickelodeon Universe Indoor Theme Park Ticket](/things-to-do/american-dream-nickelodeon-universe-indoor-theme-park-ticket.a4974383.activity-details)[Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards](/things-to-do/edge-observation-deck-at-hudson-yards.a50517646.activity-details)[American Dream One Day Fun Day Dreamworks Waterpark 4-in-1 Pass](/things-to-do/american-dream-one-day-fun-day-dreamworks-waterpark-4-in-1-pass.a46707044.activity-details)[Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options](/things-to-do/statue-of-liberty-ellis-island-tour-all-options.a269114.activity-details) | ## What to do in Rutherford --- ### Popular places to visit ![Brand New Rink ahhhh the cold crisp air in the middle of the mall.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7803/d717748a-4859-4a45-b391-c600677fda29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### American Dream 3/5(1 review) When you visit American Dream, a popular shopping spot in East Rutherford, you can enjoy some retail therapy. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/American-Dream-Jersey-City.d553248635977993864.Attraction) ![MetLife Stadium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058084/15ac4ee9-0545-47d7-b336-b6fbee6d9064.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### MetLife Stadium 5/5(8 reviews) Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/MetLife-Stadium-Jersey-City.d6058084.Attraction) ![A panorama view approaching dusk from the Hudson River across the skyline of Manhattan, New York, in the fall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6261333/ea4d4eba-53c7-4db2-a594-9cde8c4d373b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manhattan Cruise Terminal Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manhattan-Cruise-Terminal-Manhattan.d6261333.Attraction) ![Right outside Jacob Javits Convention Center. Looks like a real-life Escher to me](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2621/6bfc4f60-277e-47ba-89f7-19290dcd1445.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jacob K. Javits Convention Center 4.5/5(2 reviews) During your trip, find out what's happening in Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, a top convention centre in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jacob-K-Javits-Convention-Center-Manhattan.d502056.Attraction) ![Liberty State Park which includes a city, a high-rise building and skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507442/d6fb32c3-d025-492b-b871-f29961dc983c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Liberty State Park Besides its many attractions, Jersey City’s sprawling waterfront park offers beautiful views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the Manhattan skyline. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Liberty-State-Park-Jersey-City.d507442.Attraction) ![Hoboken Waterfront featuring a city as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6262039/16973faa-76fa-4607-b982-a0f20f1fcab7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hoboken Waterfront With a bustling downtown vibe and several scenic pier parks, the Hoboken Waterfront is picturesque entertaining precinct with excellent views of New York City . [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hoboken-Waterfront-Jersey-City.d6262039.Attraction) ![Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum featuring a marina, military items and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064593/900a09e6-3cd1-4c32-83ba-80b52e0fe539.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum 4.5/5(3 reviews) You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum during your trip to New York. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Intrepid-Sea-Manhattan.d6064593.Attraction) ![Port Imperial / Weehawken Ferry Terminal at Hudson River, New Jersey with Ferry, side view during cloudy winter day, horizontal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6262099/0a7f4aa1-3457-415b-805e-c5b38f3a9633.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port Imperial Ferry Terminal Explore the waterfront in Weehawken with a trip to Port Imperial Ferry Terminal. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Imperial-Ferry-Terminal-Jersey-City.d6262099.Attraction) ![Liberty Science Center showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079885/12914285-c26f-4adb-97e7-9506e00ec97c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Liberty Science Center Dig for dinosaur fossils, feel your way through a pitch-black touch tunnel and discover a range of other hands-on exhibits at this huge family-friendly facility. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Liberty-Science-Center-Jersey-City.d6079885.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Rutherford ![Brand New Rink ahhhh the cold crisp air in the middle of the mall.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7803/d717748a-4859-4a45-b391-c600677fda29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### East Rutherford ![Liberty State Park which includes city views, general coastal views and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507442/6230c4db-123c-44b7-831e-49ecd0d1ed84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jersey City ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rutherford worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Rutherford? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Rutherford? ### Is three days enough to stay in Rutherford? ### What are some activities to do in Rutherford with kids? > - [New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/new-york-explorer-pass-visit-2-10-attractions-and-save-up-to-50-percent.a182983.activity-details) > - [American Dream Nickelodeon Universe Indoor Theme Park Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/american-dream-nickelodeon-universe-indoor-theme-park-ticket.a4974383.activity-details) > - [Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edge-observation-deck-at-hudson-yards.a50517646.activity-details) > - [American Dream One Day Fun Day Dreamworks Waterpark 4-in-1 Pass](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/american-dream-one-day-fun-day-dreamworks-waterpark-4-in-1-pass.a46707044.activity-details) > - [Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/statue-of-liberty-ellis-island-tour-all-options.a269114.activity-details) ### What to do in Rutherford for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Rutherford? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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