Elizabeth travel guide

Elizabeth Tourism | Elizabeth Guide

You're Going to Love Elizabeth

With a population of 124,969, Elizabeth is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Elizabeth deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Elizabeth

If you’re looking for affordable options, Manolo's Restaurant (91 Elizabeth Ave) and Del Porto Ristorante (91 Elizabeth Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Elizabeth

Elizabeth in February
Estimated hotel price
$143
1 night at 3-star hotel
Elizabeth in February
Estimated hotel price
$143
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Elizabeth in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.2″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Elizabeth, with an average rainfall of 3″.

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How to Get to Elizabeth

Plane

When flying to Elizabeth, you’ll arrive at Newark Liberty Airport (EWR), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Elizabeth departs from Boston and takes around 1h 24m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Elizabeth. The train journey from Elizabeth to Philadelphia takes 1h 02m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Elizabeth is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 13 miles from Elizabeth. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Elizabeth, including Megabus, Greyhound and OurBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Elizabeth takes 90 miles and will cost you around $11. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 220 miles.

Plane

When flying to Elizabeth, you’ll arrive at Newark Liberty Airport (EWR), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Elizabeth departs from Boston and takes around 1h 24m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Elizabeth. The train journey from Elizabeth to Philadelphia takes 1h 02m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Elizabeth is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 13 miles from Elizabeth. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Elizabeth, including Megabus, Greyhound and OurBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Elizabeth takes 90 miles and will cost you around $11. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 220 miles.

Airports near Elizabeth

Airlines serving Elizabeth

Lufthansa
Good (4,673 reviews)
KLM
Good (842 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,643 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,245 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,575 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (487 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,595 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,107 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,424 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,988 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,010 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (855 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (810 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (935 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (838 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Elizabeth

Most booked hotels in Elizabeth

Holiday Inn Express Newark Airport – Elizabeth
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 3161 reviews)
$165+
Hampton Inn Newark Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8, 5026 reviews)
$165+
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Newark Liberty International
3 stars
Good (7.8, 3242 reviews)
$155+
Hilton Newark Airport
3 stars
Good (7.6, 538 reviews)
$193+
Hampton Inn & Suites Newark Airport Elizabeth
3 stars
Good (7.1, 2457 reviews)
$158+
Crowne Plaza Newark Airport
3 stars
Good (7, 2288 reviews)
$141+

Renting a car in Elizabeth

Renting a car in Elizabeth costs $64 per day, on average, or $129 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Elizabeth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Luxury (Acura MDX or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Elizabeth, while also 42% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Elizabeth costs $64 per day, on average, or $129 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Elizabeth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Luxury (Acura MDX or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Elizabeth, while also 42% cheaper than other types, on average.