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ITINERARY
3h 5m149 miles46 stops
1
First Lutheran Church
2
New York State Capitol
The New York State Capitol has served as the seat of government for New York since the 1880's. Over 125 years old, the building is a marvel of late 19th-century architectural grandeur. Built by hand of solid masonry, it took 5 architects and 32 years to complete. Over the years meticulous restoration has been done to maintain and protect the Capitol for future generations of New Yorkers.
3
Albany City Hall
4
C.H. Evans Brewing Co.
5
5 Wits Albany
5 Wits is cutting-edge, live-action entertainment that immerses you in realistic, hands-on adventures! Located in Crossgates Mall, we have three adventures: Tomb, Deep Space, and Drago's Castle. Your Adventure Awaits!
6
The Crossings of Colonie
7
Colonie Center
Located in the heart of New York’s Capital Region, visitors enjoy the convenience and selection of Colonie Center for shopping, dining, and entertainment. The center is just 5 minutes from the Albany International Airport and is easily accessible from I-87 and I-90 (NY Thruway). Anchored by Whole Foods, Boscov’s and Macy’s, the center has many stores that are unique to the market—from the L.L. Bean retail store to the only P.F. Chang’s China Bistro in the Capital Region. Our center-wide renovation added a two-story fireplace, a family lounge and the DeNooyer Play Park in center court. Plan a night out at the 13-screen Regal digital cinema or At The Pier Arcade. Colonie Center is dog-friendly! Your leashed, well-behaved pups are welcome in the common areas and select stores!
8
Amtrak
9
Complexions Spa for Beauty & Wellness
Complexions Spa for Beauty & Wellness combines all of your beauty and relaxation needs into upstate New York's most luxurious, eco-friendly environment. Awaiting you at Complexions is a sanctuary of tranquility and luxury designed to rejuvenate the body, strengthen your spirit and gently eliminate the stresses of the day, inviting wellness and healing into your life. Choose from a menu of services including traditional spa treatment as well as century old beauty rituals from around the world using the finest natural ingredients available. Visit our website at to view a complete listing of our services in hair design, skin care, body massage, spa treatments, med spa services, manicure, pedicuring, barber services, make up and our wonderful retail boutique.
10
Coppersea Distilling
11
Bardavon Opera House
New York State's longest continually-running theater.
12
Vassar College
13
Marist College
14
Adams Fairacre Farms
The Hudson Valley's "super farm market" since 1919, with locations in Poughkeepsie, Kingston, Newburgh and Wappinger.
15
Dutchess Stadium
16
Statue of General Tadeusz Kosciuszko
17
Peekskill Museum
18
Depew Park
19
Regal Cinemas Nanuet Stadium 12
20
Baylor Massacre Burial Site
21
Abma's Farm
22
The Zabriskie House
23
Lorrimer Sanctuary
24
Bergen County Zoological Park
25
Garretson Forge & Farm
26
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
The history of the City of Paterson includes its beginnings as the ambitious project of Alexander Hamilton and the Society for Establishing Useful Manufacturers (S.U.M.) in 1792 at the Great Falls, the early development of water power systems for industrial use, and the various types of manufacturing that occurred in the District's mills into the 20th Century. These included cotton fabrics, railroad locomotives, textile machinery, jute, and silk spinning, weaving, and dyeing, among many others. The Great Falls also represents compelling stories of the lives of immigrants who labored in the mills, those who owned and operated manufacturing concerns and became wealthy, and the quest of laborers and the labor movement for better working conditions and pay. Immigrants still settle today in Paterson to pursue their versions of Hamilton's vision, creating a diverse and vibrant culture.
27
Paterson Museum
28
Blackjack Mulligan's Public House
29
Brix City Brewing
30
Panorama Tours, Inc.
Panorama Tours is a bus company that has been in business since 1995. We offer charter bus tour service and rentals for clients in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Our qualified, experienced drivers will transport your entire group efficiently and safely so that you don't have to worry about how each person will reach your final destination. Contact us today to book!
31
Aviation Hall of Fame of New Jersey
2014 OPEN COCKPIT WEEKENDS! March 29-30, May 24-25, July 26-27, Sept. 27-28, Nov. 15,16 From 10 AM till 4 PM Saturday and Sunday. This gives our patrons two days over the weekend to come out to this special event instead of just one as in the past. Visitors can sit in the cockpits of a one-of-a-kind 1950 Martin 202 airliner, a rare Lockheed-designed Bush Plane, a Cobra gunship helicopter, An HH-52A Coast Guard helicopter, an OV-1A Mohawk close support aircraft, our "Little-Cut-Up" aircraft control demonstrator, and the control cab of an Airport Rescue and Fire-Fighting truck.People, young and old can learn how the flight systems work. Qualified pilots will help guests understand the instruments and controls of these special aircraft.Admission $7.00 Adults, $5.00 Seniors and children under 12
32
Brighton Asylum
Brighton Asylum is New Jersey's #1 haunted house and escape rooms. Featured on The Today Show, Cake Boss, Buzzfeed, Huffington Post, News 12, Fox News and countless media across the country.
33
Oasys Day Spa
Oasys Day Spa is located in Wood-Ridge, New Jersey, (Bergen County) a bedroom community not too far from New York City. At Oasys, we know that the atmosphere can be almost as important as the expert services you receive. From the cool blue walls in the lobby to the strong, wooden adornments in our treatment rooms, we take great care to provide a calm, peaceful space, where you can escape the busyness of life and relax for a little while.
34
The Arnault/Bianchi House
The Arnault-Bianchi House is home to the Wood Ridge Historical Society and has many special events to benefit the home and the town's history.
35
Bowlero
36
AMF
37
Park
38
Side Scrollers
Stop by and say hello! We've got lots of games in our library from retro to modern! You can rent our space for only $7/hr and play any game in-store! Bring your family and friends for some bonding time, attend a tournament, or even have your next Bday here! If you love video games or trading card games, this is the place for you!
39
The Dream Wheel At American Dream
Take a spin on the Dream Wheel by Skyviews at American Dream. Our 27 climate-controlled gondolas offer thrilling views of the Manhattan Skyline, VIP Services, and more.
40
American Dream
American Dream is a sprawling wonderland that’s perfect for a fun day out. Just minutes away from New York City, the complex delights kids with DreamWorks Water Park, Nickelodeon Universe, an aquarium, and more. There's even an indoor year-round ski and snow resort. Adults can indulge in retail therapy at multiple flagship stores and international brands. Don’t miss TiLT, a museum of optical illusions with plenty of unique photo opportunities; and refuel at a wide range of dining options. Visit on weekdays for fewer crowds and skip the lines by buying your tickets online.
41
Lyndhurst Historical Society - Little Red Schoolhouse
42
DreamWorks Water Park at American Dream
DreamWorks Water Park has the largest selection of water rides and biggest indoor wave pool worldwide and features record-breaking rides, luxury cabanas, and an 81°F tropical climate all year long. Just 5 minutes from NYC!
43
Eagle Rock Reservation
44
Historic Jersey City & Harsimus Cemetery
45
Prudential Center
46
Hell's Kitchen Lounge
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OVERVIEW
Albany to Newark
1
Start:First Lutheran Church
Albany, New York·
5.0
(7) review
181 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203-1228
2
Start:New York State Capitol
Albany, New York·
4.5
(866) review
The New York State Capitol has served as the seat of government for New York since the 1880's. Over 125 years old, the building is a marvel of late 19th-century architectural grandeur. Built by hand of solid masonry, it took 5 architects and 32 years to complete. Over the years meticulous restoration has been done to maintain and protect the Capitol for future generations of New Yorkers.
3
Start:Albany City Hall
Albany, New York·
4.0
(70) review
24 Eagle St, Albany, NY 12207-1907
4
Start:C.H. Evans Brewing Co.
Albany, New York·
4.0
(84) review
19 Quackenbush Sq, Albany, NY 12207-2311
5
Start:5 Wits Albany
Albany, New York·
4.5
(80) review
5 Wits is cutting-edge, live-action entertainment that immerses you in realistic, hands-on adventures! Located in Crossgates Mall, we have three adventures: Tomb, Deep Space, and Drago's Castle. Your Adventure Awaits!
6
Start:The Crossings of Colonie
Colonie, New York·
5.0
(8) review
580 Albany Shaker Rd, Colonie, NY 12211-2143
7
Start:Colonie Center
Colonie, New York·
4.0
(94) review
Located in the heart of New York’s Capital Region, visitors enjoy the convenience and selection of Colonie Center for shopping, dining, and entertainment. The center is just 5 minutes from the Albany International Airport and is easily accessible from I-87 and I-90 (NY Thruway). Anchored by Whole Foods, Boscov’s and Macy’s, the center has many stores that are unique to the market—from the L.L. Bean retail store to the only P.F. Chang’s China Bistro in the Capital Region. Our center-wide renovation added a two-story fireplace, a family lounge and the DeNooyer Play Park in center court. Plan a night out at the 13-screen Regal digital cinema or At The Pier Arcade. Colonie Center is dog-friendly! Your leashed, well-behaved pups are welcome in the common areas and select stores!
8
Start:Amtrak
Rensselaer, New York·
4.0
(86) review
525 East St, Rensselaer, NY 12144-2310
9
Start:Complexions Spa for Beauty & Wellness
Albany, New York·
4.0
(71) review
Complexions Spa for Beauty & Wellness combines all of your beauty and relaxation needs into upstate New York's most luxurious, eco-friendly environment. Awaiting you at Complexions is a sanctuary of tranquility and luxury designed to rejuvenate the body, strengthen your spirit and gently eliminate the stresses of the day, inviting wellness and healing into your life. Choose from a menu of services including traditional spa treatment as well as century old beauty rituals from around the world using the finest natural ingredients available. Visit our website at to view a complete listing of our services in hair design, skin care, body massage, spa treatments, med spa services, manicure, pedicuring, barber services, make up and our wonderful retail boutique.
10
Start:Coppersea Distilling
New Paltz, Catskill Region, New York·
4.0
(9) review
239 Springtown Rd, New Paltz, NY 12561-3019
11
Start:Bardavon Opera House
Poughkeepsie, New York·
4.5
(97) review
New York State's longest continually-running theater.
12
Start:Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, New York·
4.5
(95) review
124 Raymond Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY 12604-0002
13
Start:Marist College
Poughkeepsie, New York·
4.5
(95) review
Route 9 South, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
14
Start:Adams Fairacre Farms
Wappingers Falls, New York·
4.5
(94) review
The Hudson Valley's "super farm market" since 1919, with locations in Poughkeepsie, Kingston, Newburgh and Wappinger.
15
Start:Dutchess Stadium
Wappingers Falls, New York·
4.5
(90) review
1500 Route 9D, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590-7112
16
Start:Statue of General Tadeusz Kosciuszko
West Point, New York·
4.5
(9) review
Cullum Rd, West Point, NY 10996
17
Start:Peekskill Museum
Peekskill, New York·
4.0
(9) review
124 Union Ave, Peekskill, NY 10566-3429
18
Start:Depew Park
Peekskill, New York·
4.5
(9) review
1 Robin Dr, Peekskill, NY 10566-4725
19
Start:Regal Cinemas Nanuet Stadium 12
Nanuet, New York·
4.5
(93) review
6201 Fashion Dr, Nanuet, NY 10954-2753
20
Start:Baylor Massacre Burial Site
River Vale, New Jersey·
4.0
(5) review
486 Rivervale Rd, River Vale, NJ 07675
21
Start:Abma's Farm
Wyckoff, New Jersey·
4.5
(73) review
700 Lawlins Rd, Wyckoff, NJ 07481-1502
22
Start:The Zabriskie House
Wyckoff, New Jersey·
4.5
(8) review
421 Franklin Ave, Wyckoff, NJ 07481-1304
23
Start:Lorrimer Sanctuary
Franklin Lakes, New Jersey·
4.5
(7) review
790 Ewing Ave, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417-2230
24
Start:Bergen County Zoological Park
Paramus, New Jersey·
4.5
(411) review
216 Forest Ave Van Saun County Park, Paramus, NJ 07652-5349
25
Start:Garretson Forge & Farm
Fair Lawn, New Jersey·
4.0
(5) review
4-02 River Rd, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410-1436
26
Start:Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
Paterson, New Jersey·
4.0
(453) review
The history of the City of Paterson includes its beginnings as the ambitious project of Alexander Hamilton and the Society for Establishing Useful Manufacturers (S.U.M.) in 1792 at the Great Falls, the early development of water power systems for industrial use, and the various types of manufacturing that occurred in the District's mills into the 20th Century. These included cotton fabrics, railroad locomotives, textile machinery, jute, and silk spinning, weaving, and dyeing, among many others. The Great Falls also represents compelling stories of the lives of immigrants who labored in the mills, those who owned and operated manufacturing concerns and became wealthy, and the quest of laborers and the labor movement for better working conditions and pay. Immigrants still settle today in Paterson to pursue their versions of Hamilton's vision, creating a diverse and vibrant culture.
27
Start:Paterson Museum
Paterson, New Jersey·
4.0
(78) review
2 Market St, Paterson, NJ 07501-1726
28
Start:Blackjack Mulligan's Public House
Garfield, New Jersey·
4.5
(13) review
279 Passaic St, Garfield, NJ 07026-1394
29
Start:Brix City Brewing
Little Ferry, New Jersey·
4.5
(24) review
4 Alsan Way, Little Ferry, NJ 07643-1001
30
Start:Panorama Tours, Inc.
Wallington, New Jersey·
1.0
(1) review
Panorama Tours is a bus company that has been in business since 1995. We offer charter bus tour service and rentals for clients in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Our qualified, experienced drivers will transport your entire group efficiently and safely so that you don't have to worry about how each person will reach your final destination. Contact us today to book!
31
Start:Aviation Hall of Fame of New Jersey
Teterboro, New Jersey·
4.0
(26) review
2014 OPEN COCKPIT WEEKENDS! March 29-30, May 24-25, July 26-27, Sept. 27-28, Nov. 15,16 From 10 AM till 4 PM Saturday and Sunday. This gives our patrons two days over the weekend to come out to this special event instead of just one as in the past. Visitors can sit in the cockpits of a one-of-a-kind 1950 Martin 202 airliner, a rare Lockheed-designed Bush Plane, a Cobra gunship helicopter, An HH-52A Coast Guard helicopter, an OV-1A Mohawk close support aircraft, our "Little-Cut-Up" aircraft control demonstrator, and the control cab of an Airport Rescue and Fire-Fighting truck.People, young and old can learn how the flight systems work. Qualified pilots will help guests understand the instruments and controls of these special aircraft.Admission $7.00 Adults, $5.00 Seniors and children under 12
32
Start:Brighton Asylum
Passaic, New Jersey·
4.0
(66) review
Brighton Asylum is New Jersey's #1 haunted house and escape rooms. Featured on The Today Show, Cake Boss, Buzzfeed, Huffington Post, News 12, Fox News and countless media across the country.
33
Start:Oasys Day Spa
Wood Ridge, New Jersey·
4.5
(11) review
Oasys Day Spa is located in Wood-Ridge, New Jersey, (Bergen County) a bedroom community not too far from New York City. At Oasys, we know that the atmosphere can be almost as important as the expert services you receive. From the cool blue walls in the lobby to the strong, wooden adornments in our treatment rooms, we take great care to provide a calm, peaceful space, where you can escape the busyness of life and relax for a little while.
34
Start:The Arnault/Bianchi House
Wood Ridge, New Jersey·
4.0
(2) review
The Arnault-Bianchi House is home to the Wood Ridge Historical Society and has many special events to benefit the home and the town's history.
35
Start:Bowlero
Wallington, New Jersey·
4.0
(5) review
299 Paterson Ave, Wallington, NJ 07057-1920
36
Start:AMF
Wallington, New Jersey·
3.0
(7) review
299 Paterson Ave, Wallington, NJ 07057-1920
37
Start:Park
Passaic, New Jersey·
5.0
(2) review
348 Passaic Ave, Passaic, NJ 07055
38
Start:Side Scrollers
East Rutherford, New Jersey·
4.0
(9) review
Stop by and say hello! We've got lots of games in our library from retro to modern! You can rent our space for only $7/hr and play any game in-store! Bring your family and friends for some bonding time, attend a tournament, or even have your next Bday here! If you love video games or trading card games, this is the place for you!
39
Start:The Dream Wheel At American Dream
East Rutherford, New Jersey·
3.0
(8) review
Take a spin on the Dream Wheel by Skyviews at American Dream. Our 27 climate-controlled gondolas offer thrilling views of the Manhattan Skyline, VIP Services, and more.
40
Start:American Dream
East Rutherford, New Jersey·
3.5
(851) review
American Dream is a sprawling wonderland that’s perfect for a fun day out. Just minutes away from New York City, the complex delights kids with DreamWorks Water Park, Nickelodeon Universe, an aquarium, and more. There's even an indoor year-round ski and snow resort. Adults can indulge in retail therapy at multiple flagship stores and international brands. Don’t miss TiLT, a museum of optical illusions with plenty of unique photo opportunities; and refuel at a wide range of dining options. Visit on weekdays for fewer crowds and skip the lines by buying your tickets online.
41
Start:Lyndhurst Historical Society - Little Red Schoolhouse
Lyndhurst, New Jersey·
4.5
(9) review
400 Riverside Ave, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071-2322
42
Start:DreamWorks Water Park at American Dream
East Rutherford, New Jersey·
3.0
(90) review
DreamWorks Water Park has the largest selection of water rides and biggest indoor wave pool worldwide and features record-breaking rides, luxury cabanas, and an 81°F tropical climate all year long. Just 5 minutes from NYC!
43
Start:Eagle Rock Reservation
West Orange, New Jersey·
4.5
(95) review
Eagle Rock Ave Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ 07052
44
Start:Historic Jersey City & Harsimus Cemetery
Jersey City, New Jersey·
4.0
(9) review
435 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07302-1825
45
Start:Prudential Center
Newark, New Jersey·
4.0
(841) review
25 Lafayette St, Newark, NJ 07102-3603
46
Start:Hell's Kitchen Lounge
Newark, New Jersey·
4.0
(9) review
150 Lafayette St, Newark, NJ 07105-1400
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What's the driving distance between Albany and Newark?
The distance is 149 miles
What's the travel time between Albany and Newark?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 3h 5m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Newark?
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The weather in Newark is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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