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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Parsippany, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Parsippany to New Brunswick takes 0h 50m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $17 for a 0h 59m 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, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Parsippany takes 105 miles and will cost you around $5. 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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Parsippany, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Parsippany to New Brunswick takes 0h 50m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $17 for a 0h 59m 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, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Parsippany takes 105 miles and will cost you around $5. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 270 miles.

Airports near Parsippany

Airlines serving Parsippany

Lufthansa
Good (4,678 reviews)
KLM
Good (845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,622 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,257 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,582 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,109 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,434 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,983 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (812 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (934 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 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, 265 reviews)
$194+
Hanover Marriott
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 72 reviews)
$232+
Hampton Inn Parsippany
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 579 reviews)
$138+
The Madison Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 289 reviews)
$181+
The Westin Governor Morris, Morristown
4 stars
Good (7.8, 66 reviews)
$212+
Westminster Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.6, 1087 reviews)
$133+

Renting a car in Parsippany

Renting a car in Parsippany costs $64 per day, on average, or $128 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 Supplier choice (Class Special SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mazda Mazda2 or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Parsippany costs $64 per day, on average, or $128 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 Supplier choice (Class Special SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mazda Mazda2 or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.