American Dream

New York City may have everything, but New Jersey's American Dream has everything in one place. The retail and entertainment complex that opened in East Rutherford in 2019 is a destination where the thrill of big attractions and the fun of shopping and eating all merge under one roof. For one, visitors to American Dream can bounce from activity to activity without worrying about transportation or the weather, and that already is a major win. But its long list of shops and attractions is really the star of the show. As they say, there’s something for everyone, from stomach-dropping roller coasters to spa experiences, and from luxury shopping to discount shopping. It keeps changing up its offerings, too. American Dream has a massive Dream Wheel that you can see the NYC skyline from and it holds regular performances, too. It truly succeeds in having everything. If you find yourself being slowly won over, read our itinerary on how to spend 12 hours at American Dream before heading out