Montclair Travel Guide

 marca Says:  Dine at one of the many restaurants in downtown Montclair and then go to a concert at the Wellmont Theatre. Visit the Wellmont website to get a current concert calendar. The Theatre was built in 1921 and is in process of being renovated. 

 theo1006 Says:  While we were in Montclair to visit the Art Museum, we met a friendly lady who showed us around some more interesting places. One of these was the Van Vleck House and Gardens.Originally a private estate of the Van Vleck family, the estate is now in the hands of the Montclair... 

 theo1006 Says:  Overlook the New York skyline from Eagle Rock Reservation, where scores of people watched the September 11 attacks. To commemorate this tragic event Essex County dedicated a memorial on this site, which was designed and built by sculptor and artist Patrick Morelli. The... 

 kazander Says:  A small museum that is known for it's collection of Native American artwork, they also have special exhibitions, a very interesting permanant collection and a recent acquisitions gallery that showcases the museums newest works.When we visited, the special exhibtion was of... 

 feline01 Says:  Great smaller art museum, recently completely renovated. Has a spetacular Native American collection and American artist collection as well as some innovative temporary exhibits. A few years ago they had sculptors create outdoor pieces that were incorporated into a miniature... 

 feline01 Says:  One of NJ's best movie theaters. Shows NY quality foreign/independent flicks with NJ prices and no crowds. 

 feline01 Says:  Another one of NJ's greatest movie theaters that shows foreign/indie films without the NY prices or attitude. 

 kazander Says:  Cafe Eclectic is a perfect little coffehouse with a "shabby chic" decor. They have loosely themed the restaurant along the lines of a medieval castle, but not so much that it is obtrusive. The smoking section is the place to sit. Even if you don't smoke, you should try to... 

 kazander Says:  Enjoyable mexican food in a great atmoshpere. The slightly cramped, crowded, wildly decorated with "mexican" paraphenalia set of rooms is the perfect setting to get together with a bunch of friends for dinner. They do not serve alcohol, so you must bring your own,however,... 

 feline01 Says:  This is a small bakery serving organic, fresh-baked goods that are fantastic. The staff is extremely helpful. There are a few tables outside so it is possible to grab a fresh-baked pizza and an organic juice and watch traffic. The best thing about this place is the abundance... 

 feline01 Says:  If you're a child of the 1960's-70's, this place is it. Has all sorts of nostalgia along the walls including classic board games. Stars from the 60's-80's appear at the place. All those really famous ones like Soupy Sales, the 2 women from the TV show, Secret Garden, Monkees... 

 feline01 Says:  There are many, many good restaurants all located in a 4-5 block area. Walk around and pick your choice of cuisine and price. Check out Bloomfield Avenue from Seymour Street to Valley Road and also Church Street. 

 kazander Says:  For some great hard to find movies stop by the CCC. They show some wonderful independant films that in this area, are usually only found in NYC.Definately check the website for showtimes.PricingGeneral Admission $9.00Seniors and Children Under 12 $6.00