Passaic · Passaic County, NJ

Road trips from Passaic

Scout analyzed 30 Passaic places and surfaced the ones that actually fit road trips.

Places analyzed

30

Matches

20

Typical spend

$30

Typical visit

1.3 hr

Scout-verified spots

MamaSushi Passaíc

Nightlife

MamaSushi Passaíc

MamaSushi is suitable for a dinner outing, offering Asian fusion cuisine and cocktails. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and around $30-70 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Arepa Express

Food & Drink

Arepa Express

Arepa Express is good for a casual meal, offering a taste of Colombian food that works for a quick lunch or a relaxed family dinner. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for about an hour.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Memorial Park

Outdoors

Memorial Park

Memorial Park is suitable for a free, relaxed outdoor activity lasting about an hour, such as walking or letting kids play. It pairs well with a picnic or a nearby casual meal.

OutdoorsWellnessViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Dundee Island Park

Outdoors

Dundee Island Park

Dundee Island Park is ideal for a free family outing or a quiet solo walk outdoors. Plan for 1-2 hours of moderate walking, especially on a nice day.

OutdoorsViewsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Noches De Colombia Clifton

Botany Village

Noches De Colombia Clifton

Noches De Colombia is suitable for a sit-down meal with family or friends, especially for dinner with drinks and potential live music. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-70 per person for a full meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$30–$70 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Sabor Latino

Food & Drink

Sabor Latino

This counter-serve spot is good for a quick and affordable Latin American meal, suitable for a casual lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes here for around $10-25 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
La Fortaleza

Food & Drink

La Fortaleza

La Fortaleza is a casual spot for Mexican food and drinks, good for an affordable meal with family or friends. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-35 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Christopher Columbus Park

Outdoors

Christopher Columbus Park

This park is suitable for a free, relaxed outdoor activity, such as a family outing or solo walk, typically lasting about an hour. It can be paired with nearby errands or a meal, especially on a sunny weekend day.

OutdoorsRelaxedSocial
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Buenaaazo restaurant

Food & Drink

Buenaaazo restaurant

Buenaaazo is a casual Peruvian restaurant suitable for lunch or dinner. Expect to spend $15-40 per person for a meal that lasts about an hour.

FoodWellnessRelaxed
$15–$40 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Pulaski Park

Outdoors

Pulaski Park

Pulaski Park is a free outdoor space suitable for a casual walk, a picnic, or letting children play. It can be a brief stop for an hour or two as part of a longer day out, costing nothing beyond personal transportation.

OutdoorsRelaxedQuiet
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Venus Bar and Restaurant

Food & Drink

Venus Bar and Restaurant

Venus Bar and Restaurant is suitable for a casual meal of Ecuadorian food, potentially with cocktails. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $30-60 per person.

FoodCocktailsSocial
$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Noches De Colombia

Food & Drink

Noches De Colombia

This Colombian restaurant is good for a casual family meal or a relaxed date, offering traditional fare in a family-friendly setting. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-$40 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$40 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Third Ward Park

Outdoors

Third Ward Park

Third Ward Park is suitable for a free casual outdoor visit, ideal for families with young children or a relaxing solo stroll. Expect to spend about an hour here, especially if combining with other local errands or a picnic.

OutdoorsViewsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Ramapo Valley County Reservation

Outdoors

Ramapo Valley County Reservation

Ramapo Valley County Reservation is a free park best for outdoor recreation like hiking with family or dogs, offering scenic trails and views over a few hours. It pairs well with a picnic or local dining afterward.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Ramapo Lake Trailhead

Outdoors

Ramapo Lake Trailhead

Ramapo Lake Trailhead is a good spot for a 2-3 hour hike, offering scenic views for a solo or family outing. It costs nothing to enter and is best visited during good weather conditions.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Rutherford Coffee Co.

Food & Drink

Rutherford Coffee Co.

Rutherford Coffee Co. is suitable for a quick stop for coffee and a pastry, taking about 30 minutes. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for a drink and a light bite.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Brook Haven Mall

Shopping

Brook Haven Mall

Brook Haven Mall is suitable for a solo shopping trip or a casual weekend outing, potentially paired with a meal. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and anywhere from $20-$100 depending on purchases.

ShoppingFoodRelaxed
$20–$100 typical1 hr visiteasy parking
Brighton Asylum

Arts & Culture

Brighton Asylum

Brighton Asylum is a haunted house attraction suitable for a Halloween-themed weekend adventure or a spooky date night, lasting about an hour and costing $35-$50 per person. It's best paired with a dinner beforehand and is primarily for older teens and adults.

ArtsAdventurousPlayful
$35–$50 typical1 hr visitmoderate parking
Kids Empire Paramus

Family

Kids Empire Paramus

This indoor playground is a solid choice for a few hours of active fun for young children, especially on a weekend. Expect to spend around $15-30 per child for entry, often pairing it with a meal nearby. Parking is typically easy in a strip mall setting.

AnimalsSportsPlayful
$15–$30 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Brookhollow's Barnyard

Arts & Culture

Brookhollow's Barnyard

Brookhollow's Barnyard is a casual outdoor spot ideal for families with young children, offering interaction with farm animals for about an hour and a half, costing around $10-20 per person. It makes for a good low-key weekend activity.

AnimalsOutdoorsPlayful
$10–$20 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Worth the splurge

When the night needs to land.

What Scout found

  • 20 of the 30 analyzed Passaic places fit road trips.
  • 45% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 50% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Scenic, Quiet, Adventurous.

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