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. Highlands deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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 September
Estimated hotel price
$155
1 night at 3-star hotel
Highlands in September
Estimated hotel price
$155
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 Houston and takes around 3h 25m.

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 Payless, 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 Houston and takes around 3h 25m.

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 Payless, among others, in New York.

Airports near Highlands

TEBTeterboro
MMUMorristown

Airlines serving Highlands

Lufthansa
Good (8,090 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,067 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,424 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,414 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,613 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,878 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,594 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,848 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,244 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,203 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,461 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (413 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,388 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,294 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 (8.6, 347 reviews)
$218+
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Molly Pitcher Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 821 reviews)
$180+
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The Hub Middletown Red Bank, BW Signature Collection
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 673 reviews)
$169+
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Courtyard by Marriott Lincroft Red Bank
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 127 reviews)
$266+
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BeachWalk at Sea Bright
2 stars
Good (7.4, 221 reviews)
$137+
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Extended Stay America Suites - Red Bank - Middletown
2 stars
Good (6.3, 712 reviews)
$141+
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Renting a car in Highlands

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47.