Paramus travel guide

Paramus Tourism | Paramus Guide

You're Going to Love Paramus

With a population of 26 342, Paramus is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Paramus has to offer.

Where to Eat in Paramus

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Capital Grille - Paramus (1 Garden State Plz) and Eddie V's - Paramus (1 Garden State Plaza Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Paramus

Paramus in February
Estimated hotel price
$139
1 night at 3-star hotel
Paramus in February
Estimated hotel price
$139
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Paramus in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 19.4 °F, with an average temperature of 28.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 5.1″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Paramus, with an average rainfall of 2.9″.

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How to Get to Paramus

Plane

When flying to Paramus, you’ll arrive at Teterboro (TEB), which is located 11 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Paramus departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Paramus, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Paramus to Philadelphia takes 1h 02m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 50m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Paramus is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 22 km from Paramus. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Paramus, including Megabus, Greyhound and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Paramus takes 169 km and will cost you around $6. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 435 km.

Plane

When flying to Paramus, you’ll arrive at Teterboro (TEB), which is located 11 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Paramus departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Paramus, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Paramus to Philadelphia takes 1h 02m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 50m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Paramus is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 22 km from Paramus. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Paramus, including Megabus, Greyhound and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Paramus takes 169 km and will cost you around $6. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 435 km.

Airports near Paramus

Airlines serving Paramus

Lufthansa
Good (4,699 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (955 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,592 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,261 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,586 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (490 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,111 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,965 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,962 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (925 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Paramus

Most booked hotels in Paramus

Hampton Inn Paramus
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 357 reviews)
$166+
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Paramus
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 224 reviews)
$159+
Hilton Garden Inn Ridgefield Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 832 reviews)
$148+
Courtyard by Marriott Paramus
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 194 reviews)
$170+
Holiday Inn Hasbrouck Heights-Meadowlands
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1119 reviews)
$131+
Best Western Paramus Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8, 98 reviews)
$153+

Renting a car in Paramus

Renting a car in Paramus costs $62 per day, on average, or $185 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Paramus (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Paramus is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage G4 or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Paramus costs $62 per day, on average, or $185 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Paramus (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Paramus is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage G4 or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.