Parsippany Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Parsippany
Parsippany
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This midpoint between New York City and the Delaware Water Gap combines scenic beauty with a charming town center and a famed history in furniture making.

Parsippany is a small town in the heart of northern New Jersey. Enjoy the relaxed pace of this quiet spot and explore its historic farm, parks and shops.The town was originally settled by the Lenape Native American tribe. The name Parsippany derives from their word parsipanong, meaning “the place where the river winds through the valley.” Visit one of the town’s 31 parks, such as Cameron Tract or Knoll Park. Take the family to Druid Hill and enjoy the sports fields and playgrounds.

One of Parsippany’s main attractions is Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms. This is the former country estate of Gustav Stickley, a major figure in the Arts and Crafts movement in the late 1890s. His furniture remains highly collectible today. His estate has been designated a National Historic Landmark and is open to the public. Take a guided tour through Log Home, the estate’s primary residence, to see some of Stickley’s original pieces.

Parsippany has a variety of stores and restaurants, ranging from well-known chains to quaint local establishments. For a larger shopping experience, several malls are within a 15-minute driving radius.

New York City is just 35 miles (56.3 kilometres) from Parsippany and is easily accessible via car or public transport  Whether you want to see a Broadway show, watch a sporting match or visit a world-renowned museum. New York City has dozens of attractions to suit any visitor.

Almost the same distance in the opposite direction is the Delaware Water Gap, where the Delaware River slices through the Appalachian Mountains. Go canoeing on the river, try your luck at fishing or take a dip in the cool water. There are many trails for hiking and rock climbing in varying levels of difficulty.

Fly into Newark International Airport, which is a 30-minute drive from Parsippany. Parsippany is the perfect destination for a relaxing day in a charming town. If you’re looking for more adventure, there are several natural and metropolitan attractions nearby.

Where to stay in Parsippany

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Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hyatt Grand Central New York
4 out of 5
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Hyatt Grand Central New York
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
4 out of 5
145 W 44th St, New York, NY
The price is ₹11,578 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
₹11,578
₹16,539 total
3 Jul - 4 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (5,353 reviews)
Great hotel, staff and location
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Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
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Radio City Apartments
Radio City Apartments
3.5 out of 5
142 West 49th Street, New York, NY
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8.8/10 Excellent! (4,405 reviews)
"Great location, everything is just a few steps away including transportation."

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31 Street Broadway Hotel
31 Street Broadway Hotel
2 out of 5
38 West 31st Street, New York, NY
Stay at this aparthotel in New York. Enjoy room service, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
5.4/10 (1,070 reviews)
"It’s a dive, with very cheap sheets and towels, and the beds didn’t match the description so we had to share beds (but they wouldn’t do anything about it because “the same number of people could sleep”), and the halls smelled weird, the elevators were overcrowded, and the floor was quite slanted… ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

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Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Dutch Apartments Long Island City
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3.5 out of 5
39-35 27th Street, Long Island City, NY
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Long Island City. Enjoy concierge services, an in-room coffee maker and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (146 reviews)
"Great hotel - nice room, comfortable bed, super cool view from the roof top. Only thing that can be improved is the elevator - it is extremely slow!"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

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