Summit is a beautiful city in the state of New Jersey, United States, located more exactly in Union County. The history of Summit goes back to 1710, when early Europeans settled the area. Later on, Summit became incorporated as a township in 1869 and as a city in 1889. Hill City, as Summit is nicknamed, has developed hugely ever since. Summit now has a total population of 21,457 residents, according to the 2010 census, and spans on 6.046 square miles. If you find yourself in Summit, know that this charming city will show you a great time.
Top Attractions within Summit
The Summit Diner is one of the main landmarks of Summit. This O'Mahony diner is the place where you must absolutely try the pork roll, and egg & cheese sandwiches. They are menu's darlings and some of the reasons behind the popularity of the diner.
Reeves-Red Arboretum is a beautiful arboretum and garden in Summit, which you can visit free of charge. The amazing gardens are very well maintained and they make proof of the early 20th century landscape architecture. Come here to admire the beautiful flowers and to take in their nice scent.
Watchung Reservation is an immense park - the largest one in the county - bordering Summit. Here, you can enjoy activities such as hiking and horseback riding, since the park provides numerous trails. The reservation also features children's playgrounds, picnic areas, golf courses, stables, and a museum.
The Mall at Short Hills is the main shopping facility serving Summit and the surrounding area. The mall opened in 1980 and since then it has been satisfying the needs of every shopping enthusiast. The mall features more than 160 stores, including Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Cartier and Dior, as well as famous anchors like Macy's and Bloomingdale's. The numerous dining options are diverse and feature something for every taste bud: Legal Sea Foods, American Bar & Grill, California Pizza Kitchen, Papa Razzi, The Cheesecake Factory, and many others.
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Book At | Miles/km to Summit | Directions to Summit | Latitude | Longitude |
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Short Hills | 2/3 | Directions | 40.74788 | -74.32543 |
Madison | 3/5 | Directions | 40.75982 | -74.4171 |
Springfield | 3/5 | Directions | 40.69932 | -74.32593 |
Livingston | 4/7 | Directions | 40.79593 | -74.31487 |
Maplewood | 5/7 | Directions | 40.73121 | -74.27348 |
East Hanover | 5/9 | Directions | 40.8201 | -74.36487 |
Union | 6/9 | Directions | 40.6954 | -74.26998 |
Westfield | 6/9 | Directions | 40.65899 | -74.34737 |
Scotch Plains | 6/10 | Directions | 40.65538 | -74.38987 |
*Distance is calculated aerial. Actual will be different. |