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Elizabeth New Jersey Overview

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Looking for a unique place to spend a few days during your upcoming car rental Newark International Airport vacation? Well, have you ever heard of a little place called Elizabeth, New Jersey? Located just minutes from Newark, Elizabeth is a charming place known for its boutique shops and cafe restaurants. From the shores of the Port, to the beautiful lawns of Elmora, there are plenty of great things to see and do in Elizabeth - all you have to do is spend a day enjoying the sights.

Make your way to Midtown for an afternoon of fun

Action Car Rental Newark International Airport travelers are encouraged to start their Elizabeth vacation in the city's Midtown neighborhood. This area is known for its historical attractions, including some fantastic period houses. Park your vehicle and wander up to the Elizabeth Public Library, where you'll enjoy a number of exhibits showcasing local history. From there, it's onto the Union County Courthouse, where travelers will have the chance to admire the historic monuments and detailed architecture. Two other impressive cultural and historical buildings can be found on Broad Street: the First Presbyterian Church, which was also an important battle ground during the Revolutionary War, and the St. John Episcopal Church, which boasts some of the city's most beautiful stained glass art pieces. Action Car Rental Newark International Airport will also find historically significant buildings at the north end of Broadway, in the city's Historic Art Deco area. These locations include the Hersh Tower, the Ritz Theatre and Historic Boxwood Hall.

Add international flavor to your vacation

Elizabeth, New Jersey is known for providing travelers with mouth-watering meal options. Action Car Rental Newark International Airport travelers will find everything from American to Italian to Portuguese. You'll even find a few Latin delicacies here and there. The best place to dine is Elizabeth Avenue, here you'll find something for every appetite, from custard cups and Uruguayan pastries, to Italian hotdogs, and Cuban sandwiches. Looking for an eclectic food experience? Then head to Centanni's Meat Market and the Algrave Fish market. Farmer's markets also spring up during the summer months in Elizabeth, providing visitors with plenty of fresh produce.

Book your stay in Elizabeth

Elizabeth boasts a number of fantastic accommodation options, thanks to its proximity to Newark International Airport. In fact, Elizabeth ranks second to only Atlantic City in total hotel rooms in New Jersey. Among the city's many choices, Action Car Rental Newark International Airport travelers will find a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Four Points Hotel, and Hampton Inn. Several newer hotels have sprung up in the last decade as well, including the Wyndham Newark Airport, a Courtyard by Marriott, and the Courtyard Inn and Suites by Carlson.

Events and festivals worth attending

Want to make your trip to Elizabeth all the more memorable? Plan it to coincide with one of the many local events or festivals. The city hosts a number of exciting annual events, including a wide variety of ethnically diverse celebrations. Some of the more popular include the Elizabeth Latin Carnival, Portugal Day and Pride Day in the Port. African-American History Month is also widely celebrated at many of the city's institutions. Action Car Rental Newark International Airport travelers can also catch the annual Tour De Elizabeth, a bike tour of the entire city that occurs the Sunday prior to Memorial Day.

The city of Elizabeth is a great place to visit. To learn more about this unique destination, Action Car Rental Newark International Airport travelers are encouraged to log onto the official City of Elizabeth website at www.elizabethnj.org. Travelers can also drop by Elizabeth City Hall at 50 Winfield Scott Plaza.

Check out the Action Car Rental location at 580 Hempstead, West Hempstead, NY 11552.

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