3-6 Hours at Newark Liberty Airport
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Have you got 3-6 hours to spare at Newark Liberty Airport? Check out these options to make the most of your airport downtime.
Walk/Run In The Park
Weequahic ParkGet out of the airport and enjoy the fresh air at Weequahic Park. Don’t spend your airport downtime stuck at the gate. Use the time to get out of the terminal and explore the surrounding area. A run or a walk in nature is a great way to relieve travel stress and energize your body and mind. The East Coast Greenway, a 3,000-mile biking and walking route runs through this park. The park surrounds Weequahic Lake and you can run or walk along the park track and enjoy the beautiful scenery.Located 3.2 miles from the airport. Grab a taxi from the terminal or you can take the number 37 bus to Meeker Ave at Empire St.Work Out
Planet FitnessDon’t let travel disrupt your fitness routine. Use your airport downtime to workout. Head to Planet Fitness for a full-service gym with cardio equipment, free weights and more. Work up a sweat and then freshen up with a shower before heading to the airport for your flight. You will need to bring your own towel and toiletries so don’t forget to put them in your carry on. Planet Fitness also offers hydromassage beds and massage chairs to help you relax and release stress.You usually need to be a Planet Fitness Black Card member to visit their gyms however Sanctifly premium members can use a Sanctifly pass to get 30 days access to all 1800+ Planet Fitness locations. You can find and book a Planet Fitness gym experience over on the ‘Facilities’ tab. Located 2.1 miles from the airport. The quickest and easiest way to get there is via taxi.Enjoy Authentic European Cuisine
Visit the Ironbound DistrictThe Ironbound is an area within Newark city that is famous for its authentic Portuguese and Spanish restaurants. The area is known as Newark’s culinary gem and boosts some of the best restaurants in the city. Get a taste of Spain at Fornos of Spain or enjoy traditional Brazilian barbeque at Brasilia Grill. Spend your layover treating yourself to a delicious meal or simply take the time to stroll around the Ironbound district and soak up the amazing atmosphere.The Ironbound District is located 4.3 miles from the airport. The quickest and easiest way to get there is by taxi. Or catch the 62 bus from Terminal A to Broad St at Market St ad then the 1 bus to Ferry St at Polk St.Luggage Storage
As with most airport in the US, there are no public luggage storage facilities available at Newark Liberty Airport. If you have layover at EWR and want to store your luggage try these options:- Ask at the airport information desk for recommendations on nearby luggage storage facilities.
- If you are heading downtown, check for luggage storage lockers at bus and train terminals.
- Use Google to find a luggage storage service. There are lots of apps and websites that offer luggage storage options on large cities across the US.
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