Cliffside Park, Residential borough in Bergen County, New Jersey, USA.
Description
Cliffside Park is a residential community in Bergen County that sits on top of the Hudson Palisades in a raised location and extends across several neighborhoods. The area features a mix of homes and modern apartment buildings that adapt to the hilly terrain.
History
The area became an independent municipality in 1895 during a time of rapid subdivision in Bergen County. Its transformation from an entertainment destination to a residential zone shaped its evolution through the 20th century.
Culture
The community reflects the presence of many ethnic groups, visible in the diverse food spots and shops along Anderson Avenue. This mix shapes how residents shop and eat together in their neighborhood.
Practical
Bus connections allow residents to reach Manhattan and regional centers quickly. The best way to explore the area is on foot through the residential neighborhoods and along the avenues where shops and restaurants are located.
Did you know?
The area once hosted a major amusement park that drew visitors from the late 1800s until 1971. Today only names and local memories remain of this vanished attraction.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Bergen County).
Grant's Tomb
2.3 km
Palisades Amusement Park
1.1 km
Union Theological Seminary
2.3 km
Baylander
2.2 km
Binghamton
1 km
Cliffside Park High School
117 m
Amiable Child Monument
2.2 kmCyclone
1.1 km
Burdett's Landing
2.1 km
Delta Psi, Alpha Chapter building
2.3 km
Edgewater Public Library
1.5 km
Edgewater Borough Hall
1.3 km
425 Riverside Drive
2.3 km
Welcome to Harlem
2.3 kmEdgewater Multiplex Cinemas
1.5 kmLoews Showboat Quad
907 mFairview Cinema
1.2 km
The Hamilton
2.4 kmSavoy Theater
850 mSharon Cinema
1.2 kmSt. Matthew Roman Catholic Church
2.1 kmRolling Benches
2.3 kmRolling Benches
2.3 kmScenic viewpoint
2.3 kmScenic viewpoint
1.5 kmScenic viewpoint
1.5 kmScenic viewpoint
1.8 kmScenic viewpoint
2.2 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes