The Hermitage in Ho-ho-kus New Jersey is a Historic house and museum rich in history. The Hermitage, is located on 4.9 acres of lawn shaded by centuries-old trees and is owned by the State of New Jersey and operated by the Friends of the Hermitage, Inc. .

The Hermitage

Tour guides give a brief talk concerning the history of The Hermitage as they point out many interesting details concerning the d?or and the former residents.  Both guides and staff are knowledgeable, helpful and friendly, so do not hesitate to ask questions.

Directions to the Hermitage Museum in Ho-Ho-Kus NJ From Northern NJ:  Take Route 17 (north or south) to the Hollywood Avenue exit. Bear left after exiting and take Hollywood Avenue west to Franklin Turnpike, turn right onto North Franklin Turnpike and go 1/2 mile to The Hermitage on the left. Parking at the rear of the property.  Garden State Parkway  Take exit 165, go west 1/3 mile on Ridgewood Ave. to Route 17 North on right. Follow the directions above. New Jersey Turnpike  Take Exit 16W to Route 3 West, exit at Route 17 North and follow directions for Route 17. Route 287 to Route 208 South. Exit on Ewing Avenue and turn left onto Route 502 E. Follow Route 502 E. right at the traffic light (Franklin Avenue). Franklin Avenue becomes Wyckoff Avenue. Turn right onto Franklin Turnpike in Waldwick. The Hermitage is on your right.  Parking at the rear of the property. From New York City: Take the George Washington Bridge to Route 4 West to Route 17 North, follow directions for Route 17. By Train: Take the New Jersey Transit Bergen County/Main Line to Waldwick Station. Walk east 2 blocks. Turn right on Franklin Turnpike and go south about 3 blocks. The Hermitage is on the right.

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