Nestled in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains , this attractive community boasts a busy Main Street comprised of great restaurants, boutique shops, groceries and gourmet shops, coffee bars, and a movie theater. Ramsey has a large municipal pool complex, six houses of worship and an effective library with an updated computer system.

Ramsey's school district offers outstanding programs and updated facilities with two elementary schools, two middle schools and Ramsey High School (special education is available); there are also two parochial schools within the borough.

A park-and-ride facility provides over 500 parking spaces for commuters utilizing the direct bus service from town into Manhattan . Train service is provided to Hoboken and the PATH system, where connections can be made to New York City , Newark , and Jersey City .