City in Hudson County, New Jersey, U.S.
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Hoboken (HOH-boh-kən) is a small city on the Hudson River in northeastern New Jersey. Once known only as the birthplace of baseball and crooner Frank Sinatra and the site of Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken has become a party town, rich in bars and clubs, and a bedroom community for young, mostly twenty-something professionals who work across the river in New York City
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Site of the first baseball game. In 1984, 100 years after the original ballpark closed, the Hoboken Industry and Business Association (HIBA) placed a plaque for the field's significance
From Here to Eternity
Marked by a bronze plaque in the sidewalk. The wooden building where he was born was damaged in a fire and demolished in 1967.
Hoboken Terminal
One of the busiest train stations in New Jersey, the Hoboken Terminal was built in 1907 and is owned by New Jersey Transit. The terminal was named after the now defunct Erie-Lackawanna Company, which had trains departing from this station that went as far as Illinois, and ferries across the Hudson River to New York City. The terminal (which has been used as a filming place for many music videos, movies and TV shows) was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. Today, it is one of only two historic intermodal stations on the Hudson Waterfront that still stand, and the only one to still be in use as a train station. Now, the trains that depart from this terminal go to many notable places in the area including Montclair State University, Newark's Penn Station, and, most significantly, New York City.
Hidden cave along the Hoboken waterfront that was discovered in the 1830s and closed in 1880. You're not allowed to go inside the cave because it's gated
Before Pier A Park existed, Hoboken's terminal was twice its size and was a dock for ships for cargo and it was also the dock for ships that sent soldiers to Normandy, Somme and several other battle locations for World War I. The Point of Embarkation is a stone that was placed on the original location of the docks in 1975 while the docks were still there. The docks were transformed into Pier A Park in 1999.
Learn about the history of Hoboken from Dutch colonization to now.
Offers great views of New York City. On a clear day the incredible panorama visible from the end of the pier stretches between the George Washington and Verrazano Narrows Bridges. In the summer months around 5-6PM, one can often see huge cruise ships sailing by on their way out to sea en route to Bermuda and Canada. If you are an early riser (or up very late) the views of sunrise silhouetting the city from Pier A is unforgettable. It is also the perfect place to view the “Tribute in Light” (if they continue to do it) remembering the anniversary of September 11. Hoboken lost more of its residents in September 11th than any city other than New York. A memorial grove and flame shaped memorial is set up on Pier A to remember their sacrifice. There are various parks spanning the waterfront from Pier A, all the way up to 15th Street. Maxwell Park is the newest addition on Sinatra Drive.
Thai restaurant.
Sushi restaurant.
Cuban restaurant feaured in Guy Fieri's Diner's, Drive Ins and Dives. Great food, and it's BYOB, so your favorite bottle of wine for dinner.
Indian.
Known as the "Home of the largest slice". Zagat rated for best pizza in NJ. The slices here are not only large but also feature that thick-style NY pizza. Benny Tudio's also has classic Italian dishes as well.
This old-school Italian deli is most recognized for their homemade Mozzarella cheese. Their other popular item is only sold on Thursdays - roast beef on "mutz". Fiore's takes orders as well and is willing to ship their deli products anywhere- call +1-888-513-6699 to place orders.
Carlo's has become very popular and famous due to the show Cake Boss on TLC. The bakery focuses on specialties such as wedding and birthday cakes, but is busy almost every morning with crowds lining up for their freshly made pastries and cookies. Prices vary greatly so you will have to stop by the bakery.
Family-owned Italian deli which makes sandwiches to order. Vito's is also known for its homemade Mozzarella cheese.
Hoboken's oldest restaurant, serving the area for more than 80 years. Leo's is known for being one of the restaurants Frank Sinatra frequently visited in Hoboken and his seat is always on display.
If you are looking for old school Hoboken, guys in hard hats, Aerosmith on the jukebox, and cheap draft beer, Wilton House is a good place to start.
Upscale and expensive, but with great views of Hudson river and close to the train and ferry terminal.
By car
By rail
The terminus station, the Lackawanna Terminal, is a major transportation hub for regional and commuter rail, mostly operated by New Jersey Transit.
By ferry
Hoboken has two ferry terminals, Hoboken Terminal (see By rail-section) and Hoboken 14th Street. New York Waterway runs ferries to and from World Financial Center Pier 11 and Manhattan Midtown.
By bus
From NJ: NJ Transit Buses serve Hoboken Terminal
Walk! It is incredibly hard to find parking in Hoboken. Some places to find parking are Sinatra Drive by the Hudson River, or any street named after a president (besides Washington).
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