Reclining Liberty – View of Ellis Island loop from Jersey City

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Reclining Liberty – View of Ellis Island loop from Jersey City

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Reclining Liberty – View of Ellis Island loop from Jersey City

01:30

5.93km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.61 km

Empty Sky September 11 Memorial

Highlight • Monument

A notable memorial to 9/11: two gleaming walls reveal where the twin towers of the World Trade Center once stood.
It is also the pier for sightseeing boats to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

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2.74 km

Reclining Liberty

Highlight • Monument

Reclining Liberty is an impressive 25-foot sculpture that creatively combines the Statue of Liberty with figures of reclining Buddha statues from Asia. This piece offers an opportunity for visitors to reflect on their own interpretations of liberty.

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2.82 km

View from Liberty State Park Jetty

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this vantage point, the view of the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island is incredible. The park's waterfront on the Hudson River provides a dramatic backdrop …

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2.90 km

Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal

Highlight • Historical Site

Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal - Very nice - little visited - park with beautiful historical grounds and a perfect view of the New York skyline. Ellis Island and …

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3.12 km

View of Ellis Island

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this viewpoint, you have a clear view of Ellis Island, and the historic building through which millions of immigrants passed. This spot is an ideal location to stop and reflect on the importance of its history.

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5.93 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.51 km

429 m

Surfaces

4.26 km

995 m

414 m