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New Jersey Adventures: Your Guide to the Garden State
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items Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventures, family-friendly attractions, or unique dining experiences, New Jersey has it all. Explore picturesque coastal towns, lush countryside, and dynamic cities packed with things to see and do.
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🎢 Thrill Seekers & Families
🏛️ History & Culture
🎨 Arts & Science
🌳 Nature & Outdoors
🎢 Thrill Seekers & Families
From amusement parks and water parks to interactive attractions, New Jersey has plenty of options for both adrenaline junkies and families. Enjoy roller coasters, fun rides, and hands-on experiences that keep kids and adults entertained for hours.
This massive amusement park and safari offers some of the most thrilling roller coasters in the world, along with a wide range of family-friendly rides and a drive-thru safari.
Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey - The World's Ultimate Thrill Park
This massive entertainment and retail complex features an indoor amusement park (Nickelodeon Universe), an indoor water park (DreamWorks Water Park), and a year-round indoor ski slope (Big SNOW).
American Dream
This is a classic destination with many different towns, each with its own vibe. You'll find iconic boardwalks, amusement piers, and water parks in places like Atlantic City, Wildwood, Seaside Heights, and Point Pleasant Beach 🏖️
New Jersey Beaches: Explore 130 Miles of Coastline
🏛️ History & Culture
Explore New Jersey’s rich past and vibrant cultural heritage through historic landmarks, museums, and iconic sites.
This park offers breathing views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Manhattan skyline. It's also the departure point for ferries to these national landmarks and is home to the poignant Empty Sky 9/11 Memorial.
Liberty State Park
Step back in time to the laboratory and home of Thomas Edison, one of America's most famous inventors.
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
Tour the U.S. Navy's most decorated battleship, which is now a floating museum on the Delaware River
Battleship New Jersey
This historic seaside town is known for its charming Victorian architecture, historic lighthouse, and a relaxed, classic beach resort
Cape May Historic District: A Trip Through New Jersey Victorian Charm
🎨 Arts & Science
New Jersey’s arts and science attractions offer engaging experiences for curious minds. From interactive science centers and planetariums to art galleries, theaters, and live performances, there’s something for every interest.
This unique destination is a 42-acre park and museum dedicated to contemporary sculpture. It features a stunning outdoor art collection and indoor galleries.
Grounds For Sculpture
Located in Liberty State Park, this interactive science museum features a huge planetarium, live animal exhibits, and hands-on activities that are fun for all ages.
Liberty Science Center
Just across the river from Philadelphia, this aquarium is home to over 15,000 aquatic animals, including the largest collection of sharks in the Northeast.
Adventure Aquarium
🌳 Nature & Outdoors
For outdoor enthusiasts, New Jersey boasts scenic parks, hiking trails, beaches, and wildlife areas. Explore the Palisades Interstate Park, Delaware Water Gap, or the Jersey Shore for breathtaking views, outdoor recreation, and opportunities to conne...
This sprawling park on the border of New Jersey and Pennsylvania offers some of the best hiking opportunities in the state, including a section of the Appalachian Trail, scenic waterfalls, and opportunities for fishing and boating.
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
A preserved barrier island with miles of undeveloped beaches, this park is a haven for fishing, birdwatching, and surfing.
NJDEP | Island Beach State Park | New Jersey State Park Service
A center for environmental stewardship, this property features beautiful gardens, lakes, and miles of trails for walking and biking.
Duke Farms