Cape Liberty
Country: USA · Region: US Northeast · Currency: US Dollar
Cape Liberty Cruise Port in Bayonne, New Jersey is one of the few trans-Atlantic passenger terminals in New York Harbor, serving as a base for Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises ships sailing to the Caribbean and Canada. The surrounding city offers authentic suburban character with churches, parks, and local dining options.
Top sights
9/11 Tear Drop Memorial, Stephen R Gregg Park, Bayonne Community Museum, First Reformed Church, Saint Henry Roman Catholic Church
Things to do
- 9/11 Tear Drop Memorial
- A 10-story sculpture by Zurab Tsereteli dedicated in 2006 to the 9/11 and 1993 World Trade Center attacks, located at Port Terminal Boulevard.
- Stephen R Gregg Park
- County-owned park established in 1916 with sports facilities, fishing pier, ornamental garden, historic monuments, and panoramic views of Port Elizabeth and Newark.
- Bayonne Community Museum
- Located in a 1912 bank building on Broadway, owned by the city since 2002 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
- First Reformed Church
- Bayonne's oldest church dating back to 1866, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1981.
Where to eat
- Hendrickson's Corner
- Established in 1884, one of Bayonne's oldest restaurants specializing in German cuisine located at 671 Broadway.
- Da Noi
- Italian restaurant located at 1105 Avenue C open Monday-Friday noon-10PM, Saturday 3-11PM, Sunday 1-9PM.
Bars and nightlife
- Bake N Brew Cafe
- Cafe located at 162 Broadway.
Forecast for Cape Liberty
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Weather in Cape Liberty by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F | 29°F | 4.1 in | 10 |
| February | 43°F | 29°F | 3.6 in | 10 |
| March | 50°F | 35°F | 4.5 in | 11 |
| April | 60°F | 44°F | 4.3 in | 13 |
| May | 70°F | 54°F | 3.8 in | 12 |
| June | 78°F | 64°F | 3.6 in | 11 |
| July | 84°F | 71°F | 4.6 in | 12 |
| August | 83°F | 70°F | 4.0 in | 12 |
| September | 76°F | 64°F | 4.6 in | 9 |
| October | 66°F | 53°F | 4.6 in | 9 |
| November | 55°F | 42°F | 3.0 in | 8 |
| December | 46°F | 34°F | 4.5 in | 11 |
Getting around
Use the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail system with four stations in Bayonne, NJ Transit buses on Broadway, Kennedy Boulevard, and Avenue C, or take a taxi/Uber from the cruise terminal.
What to eat
Bayonne offers local dining options including German cuisine at Hendrickson's Corner (established 1884), Italian at Da Noi, and casual breakfast at Cafe Talya, plus shopping centers with chain restaurants.
Tips
The 9/11 Tear Drop Memorial requires a 3-mile taxi ride from the 34th Street Light Rail station as there is no pedestrian or bus access.
Best for
Day trips, local culture, memorials