Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Highlands travel guide

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You're Going to Love Highlands

With a population of 5,005, Highlands is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Highlands has to offer.

Where to Eat in Highlands

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bistro Iberia (122 Bay Ave) and Proving Ground Waterfront Dining (56 Shrewsbury Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Highlands

Highlands in March
Estimated hotel price
$196
1 night at 3-star hotel
Highlands in March
Estimated hotel price
$196
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Highlands in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °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 Highlands, with an average rainfall of 2.7″.

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How to Get to Highlands

Plane

Although Highlands doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New York All airports (NYC), which is located 39 km from Highlands. The shortest domestic flight to Highlands departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Highlands is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 39 km from Highlands. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Plane

Although Highlands doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New York All airports (NYC), which is located 39 km from Highlands. The shortest domestic flight to Highlands departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Highlands is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 39 km from Highlands. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Airports near Highlands

TEBTeterboro
MMUMorristown

Airlines serving Highlands

Lufthansa
Good (8,220 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,580 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,225 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,075 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,468 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,570 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,660 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (959 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,209 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,535 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,429 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,486 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,602 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,385 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Highlands

Most booked hotels in Highlands

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Oyster Point Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 368 reviews)
$198+
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Courtyard by Marriott Lincroft Red Bank
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 125 reviews)
$222+
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Molly Pitcher Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 874 reviews)
$178+
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The Hub Middletown Red Bank, BW Signature Collection
2 stars
Excellent (8, 694 reviews)
$165+
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BeachWalk at Sea Bright
2 stars
Good (7.3, 309 reviews)
$134+
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Extended Stay America Suites - Red Bank - Middletown
2 stars
Good (6.3, 717 reviews)
$120+
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Renting a car in Highlands

Renting a car in Highlands costs $84 per day, on average, or $253 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $4.50 per gallon in Highlands (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $54.06 and $72.07.

Renting a car in Highlands costs $84 per day, on average, or $253 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $4.50 per gallon in Highlands (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $54.06 and $72.07.