Parsippany travel guide

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You're Going to Love Parsippany

With a population of 51,144, Parsippany is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Parsippany deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Parsippany

If you’re looking for affordable options, Cuba Mia (707 US Highway 46) and Spice Route Melange (353 Smith Road) are great picks.

When to visit Parsippany

Parsippany in March
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel
Parsippany in March
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Parsippany

Plane

When flying to Parsippany, you’ll arrive at Morristown (MMU), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Parsippany departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Parsippany, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Parsippany 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 Parsippany is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 24 miles from Parsippany. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Parsippany, including Megabus, Greyhound and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Parsippany takes 105 miles and will cost you around $6. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 270 miles.

Plane

When flying to Parsippany, you’ll arrive at Morristown (MMU), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Parsippany departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Parsippany, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Parsippany 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 Parsippany is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 24 miles from Parsippany. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Parsippany, including Megabus, Greyhound and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Parsippany takes 105 miles and will cost you around $6. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 270 miles.

Airports near Parsippany

Airlines serving Parsippany

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 Parsippany

Most booked hotels in Parsippany

Hyatt Regency Morristown
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 263 reviews)
$194+
Hanover Marriott
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 72 reviews)
$233+
Hampton Inn Parsippany
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 578 reviews)
$135+
The Madison Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 288 reviews)
$181+
The Westin Governor Morris, Morristown
4 stars
Good (7.8, 66 reviews)
$212+
Sheraton Parsippany Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.7, 324 reviews)
$182+

Renting a car in Parsippany

Renting a car in Parsippany costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Parsippany (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 Parsippany is Full-size (Jeep Compass or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mazda Mazda2 or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Parsippany costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Parsippany (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 Parsippany is Full-size (Jeep Compass or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mazda Mazda2 or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.