Entertainment Alternatives in Jersey City, New Jersey

Jersey City, New Jersey has much to offer in the way of entertainment. The ferry ride from Liberty State Park is the quickest and easiest way to visit the Statue of Liberty. Get back on the ferry from Lady Liberty for a quick trip to Ellis Island, and discover how millions of immigrants experienced the "American Dream" in the early 20th century. Back on the mainland, drop in at Jersey City's Liberty Science Center. This high-tech science wonderland re-opened on July 19, 2007 after a $104 million expansion and renovation project - with new exhibits, almost twice the space and both 3-D and IMAX theaters.

Visit any one of Jersey City's ten shopping districts, and you'll be treated to a tempting mix of culturally diverse gift shops, corner stores, fashion boutiques, and retailers of everything from jewelry and perfume to hardware and appliances. Then, in the heart of Jersey City, you'll find an oasis of green: With over 1,500 acres of parks and open space in the midst of Jersey City's vibrant urban setting, residents and visitors alike can enjoy the outdoor life without ever leaving the city. The parks and city offer a large variety of recreation opportunities, including swimming, tennis, boating and helicopter tours.

Are you into expressionism or surrealism? Digital imagery or black and white photography? Painting, sculpture or even origami? All kinds of art can be found throughout Jersey City, in small, quirky studios, in cafes and lounges, and in museums and art galleries. History and culture are also featured in many of Jersey City's museums and exhibit spaces. Located in the Historic Downtown district, the Jersey City Museum is a world-class cultural organization with 8 galleries, a collection of over 20,000 works and a theater, gift shop and cafe - the results of an $11 million renovation completed at the end of 2000.

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