| Monmouth County |
| KEANSBURG AMUSEMENT PARK/RUNAWAY RAPIDS
- Keansburg - State-of-the-art water
park. Dozens of unique rides and arcades. 2500 foot fishing pier and free
beach 1800-805-4386 |
| KEYPORT HISTORIC ANTIQUE DISTRICT
- Keyport - Shop by the bay at numerous unique
antique shops and boutiques. 732-335-8822 |
| HAZLET TRAIN STOP AND LIONEL TRAINS MUSEUM
- Hazlet - Model trains on display.
732-264-7429 |
| PNC BANK (GARDEN STATE) ARTS CENTER
- Holmdel - Outdoor
amphitheater hosts
ethnic festivals, dance, opera, classical and popular music concerts
732-335-0400 |
| FIRST AVENUE PLAYHOUSE
- Atlantic Highlands - Dinner/dessert theater offering
comedic, puppet and marionette performances 732-291-7552 |
| NAVESINK LIGHT STATION - TWIN LIGHTS HISTORIC STATE PARK
- Highlands - Twin
beacon lighthouse marks the western entrance into the New York Harbor. Began
operating in 1828 until it was decommissioned in 1949. Although no longer
used for navigation, its beacons are still shining. 732-872-1814 |
| MOUNT MITCHELL SCENIC OVERLOOK
- Atlantic Highlands - At 266 feet above sea
level, it is the highest point on the entire Atlantic Seaboard. Scenic views
of Sandy Hook, Raritan Bay and the New York skyline. Picnic tables and
playground on premises. Part of the Monmouth County Parks System. 732-842-4000 |
| SANDY HOOK LADY/SANDY HOOK TOURS
- Atlantic Highlands -Paddle wheel excursion
boat. Three hour brunch, lunch or dinner cruise up the scenic Navesink
River. Hot buffet and live dance music. Reservations a must. OPEN
MAY-OCTOBER 732-291-4354 |
| FORT HANCOCK/SANDY HOOK LIGHTHOUSE
-Sandy Hook - Built in 1764, it is the
oldest operating lighthouse in the United States and stands over historic
Fort Hancock. 732-872-0115 |
| IMAGINE THAT -
Middletown -
Children's hands-on museum for ages 1-10. Fifty
interactive activities. 732-706-9000 |
| DEEP CUT GARDENS
- Middletown - 53 Acre park with YEAR-ROUND gardens,
display
greenhouse, horticulture center with home gardening experts and reference
library. 732-671-6050 |
| CHRIST CHURCH -
Middletown - Has served a Church of England congregation since
the 1680's, The present church was built in 1836. Sunday services, otherwise
VISIT BY APPOINTMENT. 732-671-6050 |
| ENGLISHTOWN AUCTION
- -Englishtown - Giant flea market with over 1000 vendors on
50 acres. OPEN WEEKENDS YEAR-ROUND. 732-446-9644 |
| DEL ROSSO'S BLUE BARRON BIPLANES
- Englishtown - Stearman biplane, open cockpit
rides along the coast, fall foliage flights, night flights and more.
732-591-0588 |
| THE GROVE AT SHREWSBURY
- Shrewsbury - More than 30 quality stores. OPEN DAILY.
732-530-1200 |
| RED BANK ANTIQUE CENTER
- Red Bank - Three buildings displaying antiques from
over 150 dealers. 732-84-23393 |
| MONMOUTH MALL -
Eatontown - 150 stores, 15 screen Sony theater and food court.
732-542-0333 |
| MONMOUTH PARK RACE TRACK
- Oceanport - Thoroughbred racing, and dining.
732-222-5100 |
| U.S. ARMY COMMUNICATIONS ELECTRONICS MUSEUM
- Fort Monmouth - Features
communications electronics dating back to 1917. Guided tours of museum and
fort. |
| CHURCH OF THE
PRESIDENTS - Long Branch - On the National Register of Historic Places and
State Register. Home to Long Branch Historical Museum. TOURS BY
APPOINTMENT. 732-229-0600 |
| OCEAN GROVE AUDITORIUM
- Ocean Grove - A variety of musical events in the summer
732-775-0035 |
| BELMAR PLAYLAND-ROOFTOP GOLF
- Belmar - Hours of fun for the kids! Playland has
video games, skeeball, miniature golf, batting cages, carnival rides
restaurant, boardwalk fair and children's amusements. 732-681-5115 |
| SPRING LAKE GALLERY
- Spring Lake - Features international artists, sculptures,
gifts, original oils, archeological jewelry, and has a unique collection of
vintage French posters 732-449-2100 |
| FREEHOLD RACEWAY
- Freehold - Historic park featuring harness racing, trotters
and pacers. 732-462-3800 |
| FREEHOLD RACEWAY MALL
- Freehold - Five department stores accompanied by more
than 200 specialty shops, double-decker carousel, a food court and
full-service restaurant. 732-577-1144 |
| WALL STADIUM -
Wall Township - Auto racing, sporting events and thrill shows
7326816400 |
| SEAVIEW SQUARE MALL
-Ocean Township - With two department stores 732-922-8100 |
| SEA GIRT LIGHTHOUSE
- Sea Girt - Historical displays. 732-449-9337 |
| CIRCLE FACTORY OUTLET CENTER
- Manasquan - Thirty manufacturers outlets.
732-223-2300 |
| Ocean County |
| RIVER BELLE - Point Pleasant Beach
-This 80-foot replica of a
Mississippi River
paddle wheel cruiser sails the picturesque Intracoastal waterway up the
Manasquan River and Barnegat Bay daily. Luncheon, dinner, twilight and
starlight excursions with DJ and dancing. 732-892-3377 |
| JENKINSON'S AQUARIUM
- Point Pleasant Beach -Explore two floors of exotic fish,
mammals, and birds. Facilities include a petting tank and a fossil room.
Along the beach is a miniature railroad ride. 732-899-1212 |
|
POINT PLEASANT BEACH BOARDWALK
- Point Pleasant Beach - Over a one-mile long
boardwalk with arcades, amusements, entertainment, food stands and beach
train. 732-899-2424 |
| SIX FLAGS GREAT ADVENTURE
- Jackson - Theme amusement park covers 1700 acres and
includes a 450 acre drive-thru safari park where more than 1200 animals roam
free. 732-928-2000 |
| JERSEY PADDLER -
Brick - Canoe and kayak, sales
rentals, lessons and trips
1-888-22-KAYAK |
| LAKEHURST NAVAL ENGINEERING STATION
- Lakehurst - Site of the 1937 Hindenburg
crash and the first U.S. intercontinental airport. Hanger Number 1 is a
national historic landmark. 732-899-1212 |
| LAKEWOOD BLUECLAWS
- Lakewood - Affiliate team of the Philadelphia Phillies |
| GEORGIAN COURT COLLEGE
- Lakewood - Built in the late 19th century, this
national historic landmark was the home of the American financer and
railroad magnate George jay Gould. It has been a Liberal Arts College since
1924. 732-364-2200 |
| OCEAN COUNTY PARK
- Lakewood - 323-acre former Rockefeller estate contains
trails and imported specimen trees. 732-506-9090 |
| GOLDEN CLASSICS AUTO MUSEUM AND SALES
-Lakewood - More than 70 classic cars on
display. Collectibles, clothing and toys in the gift shop. FREE ADMISSION.
Group tours welcome. 732-370-2323 |
| OCEAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM
- TOMS RIVER -Located in a 19th-century
Victorian house. Displays of early industries, genealogical records and Ocean
County history 732-341-1880 |
| OCEAN COUNTY MALL
- Toms River More than 115 stores including 4 department
stores. 732-244-8200 |
| OCEAN COUNTY COURTHOUSE
- Toms River - Built in 1850, the courthouse is of colonial design with a
Greek temple facade. This still fully operational courthouse was
placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983
732-244-2121 |
| RIVER LADY - Toms River
- 83-foot paddle wheeler. Narrated sightseeing cruises
of historical points on interest along the Toms River, special theme dance
cruises and meal cruises with stops at area restaurants. 732-349-8664
|
| TOMS RIVER SEAPORT SOCIETY AND MARITIME MUSEUM
- Toms River - The museum was
the
former carriage house of the famous inventor Joseph Francis. Exhibits
include indigenous water craft and specialized craft developed by local Baymen. 732-349-9202 |
| ROBERT J. NOVINS PLANETARIUM
- Toms River - Planetarium shows, sky shows and
concerts. 732-255-0432 |
| TOMS RIVER YACHT CLUB
- Toms River - Located at Money Island in Toms River.
Established in 1871, home of the Toms River Challenge Cup, the longest
continually-run yacht race in America. Trophy cup is made of coin silver by
Tiffany. 732-929-9809 |
|
SEASIDE HEIGHTS BEACH AND BOARDWALK
- Seaside Heights -1.5 mile long with the
states only beach sky ride. arcades, antique carousel, food and more.
732-732-7467 |
| CASINO FISHING PIER
- Seaside Heights
- Bay front recreation - Free bay front bathing, crabbing offered from the boats or docks, playgrounds, tennis and
basketball facilities. 732-830-2252 |
| FUNTOWN PIER -
Seaside Park - Rides games food and attractions for all ages.
Group rates and parties available 732-830-1591 |
| OCEAN COUNTY ARTISTS GUILD
- Island Heights - Exhibits, workshops and classes.
732-270-3111 |
| BLACKBEARDS CAVE
- Bayville - Family recreation center with go-cart, arcade.
miniature golf, jousting, driving range, bumper boats, batting cages and
pony rides. 732-286-4414 |
| POPCORN PARK ZOO
- Forked
River - Humane Society refuge for abandoned or sick animals. Houses over
200 exotic and domestic animals on 7 acres within the
scenic Pine Barrens. 609-693-1900 |
| WELLES MILLS COUNTY PARK AND NATURE CENTER
- Waretown -900-Acre park in the
Pine Barren wetland and uplands. 16 miles of marked hiking trails, 32-acre
lake with canoe rentals, fishing, nature trails and nature center.
609-971-3085 |
| TUCKERTON SEAPORT
- Tuckerton - authentic working Seaport village currently
contains 16 re-created historical structures representing the various
trades and crafts unique to the Barnegat Bay region and to the Baymen. 609-296-8868 |
| TUCKERTON BORO DOCKS
- Tuckerton - Third U.S. Port of Entry with warrant signed
by President Washington and Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson. Named for
pioneer, postmaster and congressman Ebenezer Tucker. |
| RENAULT WINERY -
Egg Harbor City - 130 year-old winery offers gourmet dining,
party facility, and a wine garden cafe. Tours are also offered. 609-965-2111 |
| SHORE MALL - Egg Harbor
Township - More than 70 store, 16-theater cinema and restaurants.
609-646-7470 |
| Ocean County (Long Beach
Island) |
| BARNEGAT LIGHT MUSEUM
- Barnegat Light - Formerly a one-room schoolhouse, now a
national historic site featuring maritime exhibits and memorabilia,
including a 5-ton kerosene lamp lens that was used in the nearby Barnegat
Lighthouse from 1859-1927 and again during World War II. 609-494-8578 |
| BARNEGAT LIGHTHOUSE
- Barnegat Light - Nicknamed 'Old Barney', the
lighthouse
stands 175 feet tall, marking the entrance to Barnegat Inlet. Designed by
Civil War General George G. Meade in 1835, and rebuilt in 1858, the
lighthouse was in operation for over 80 years. 609-494-2016 |
| ECOTOUR - Ship Bottom
- Environmental kayaking and naturalist guided tours
throughout the bay and wetlands area. 609-361-6425 |
| BEACH HAVE GUIDED WALKING TOURS
- Beach Haven - Outdoor tour includes restored,
privately owned Victorian and Seashore Colonial houses and 6 Bed &
Breakfasts. AVAILABLE DURING SUMMER ONLY. 609-492-0700 |
| LONG BEACH ISLAND MUSEUM
- Beach Haven - Exhibits of Long Beach Island history
and artifacts. Walking tours and historical programs available EVERY MONDAY
NIGHT. 609-492-0700 |
| THUNDERING SURF WATERSLIDE
- Beach Haven - Water rides and interactive 'squirt
works' water play, adventure golf course. 609-492-0869 |
| BAY VILLAGE AND
SCHOONER'S WHARF - Beach Haven - More than 40 shops and 6 eateries with
dance bar. 609-492-2800 |
| FANTASY ISLAND AMUSEMENT PARK
- Beach
Haven - Casino arcade, amusement rides,
and spectacular miniature golf. 609-492-4000 |
| Atlantic County |
| VINELAND PRODUCE AUCTION
- Vineland - Watch farmers at work and taste their
delicious treats at one of the biggest produce auctions in the East. OPEN
EVERY DAY EXCEPT SUNDAY - APRIL-NOVEMBER 609-691-0721 |
| TOWNE OF HISTORIC SMITHVILLE
- Smithville - 32 restored or reconstructed
buildings depict crossroads town of the 1700's. Colonial crafts available
for sale. 609-652-7777 |
| NOYES MUSEUM -
Oceanville - Rotating exhibits, permanent collection of
contemporary American art and folk art. 609-652-8848 |
| ATLANTIC CITY
BOARDWALK - Atlantic City - The world's first boardwalk, built in
1881, has four mile of hotels, amusements, and casinos. The Convention Hall,
built in 1928 and recently restored, uses the world's largest pipe organ for
musical entertainment. 609-345-5600 |
| ATLANTIC CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
- Atlantic City - Preserves and showcases
artifacts of Atlantic City's history. Exhibits on piers, nightlife, ethnic
contributions and more. Free Admission 609-347-5839 |
| CONVENTION HALL
- Atlantic City - This 1929 center which was recently restored, is the
site of the Miss America Pageant. It has the world's largest pipe
organ. 609-449-7130 |
| ABSECON LIGHTHOUSE
- Atlantic City - Built in 1857, designed by Civil War
General George G. Meade, the tower stands over 150 feet. It was
decommissioned in 1933. 609-927-5218 |
| GARDNER'S BASIN
- Atlantic City - Once a home to pirates, privateers and
whalers, it is now a restored maritime village with waterfront park.
609-348-2880 |
| SEA LIFE MUSEUM MARINE MAMMAL STRANDING CENTER
- Atlantic City - This unique
rehabilitation facility is devoted to rescuing stranded or injured whales,
dolphins, porpoises, seals, and sea turtles and returning them to their
natural habitats. 609-266-0538 |
| RIPLEY'S BELIEVE IT OR NOT MUSEUM
- Atlantic City - Houses strange and unusual
exhibits from Robert Ripley's travels. Also, films and interactive funhouse
609-347-2001 |
| VENTNOR CITY RECREATION CENTER
- Ventnor City - WINTER ice skating and fun for
the whole family. 609-823-7947 |
| LUCY THE MARGATE ELEPHANT
- Margate City - Built in 1881 to lure prospective
land buyers, this architectural oddity is a historic landmark. One million
pieces of timber and 4 tons of bolts were used to build this 90 ton, 6 story
tall Elephant. Tours inside elephant available. 609-823-6473 |
| SOUTH JERSEY REGIONAL THEATER
- Somers Point - Major productions with a
concentration from May-September 609-653-0553 |
| Cape May County |
| GILLIAN'S ISLAND
- Ocean City - Home of
Gillian's Water Wonderland and family-fun miniature golf. 609-399-0483 |
| DISCOVERY SEA SHELL MUSEUM
- Ocean City -Spectacular collection of over 10,000
sea shells and coral from all over the world. 609-398-2316 |
| OCEAN CITY ARTS CENTER
- Ocean City - Gallery, shop and classes offered.
609-399-7628 |
| FUN TOWN ARCADE
- Sea
Isle City - SEASONAL 609-263-9676 |
| MISS AVALON FISHING PARTIES
- Avalon - Open boat, party boat, nature cruises,
fishing excursions - APRIL-NOVEMBER. 609-967-7455 |
| LEAMINGS RUN GARDEN & COLONIAL FARM
- Swainton - One of the most beautiful
flower gardens on the East Coast along a one-mile walk-on a Colonial
Whaler's farm 609-465-5871 |
| WETLANDS INSTITUTE AND MUSEUM
- Stone Harbor - Bird watching events held on 32
acres of privately owned land as well as 6000 acres of state owned land.
Also included are exhibits and an aquarium depicting local marshland life.
OPEN ALL YEAR. 609-368-1211 |
| STONE HARBOR BIRD SANCTUARY
- Stone Harbor - Open-air view of hundreds of
species of shore birds on 21 acres. 609-368-5102 |
| HEREFORD INLET
LIGHTHOUSE - North Wildwood - Built in 1874. 609-522-4520 |
| MOREY'S PIER -
Wildwood - More rides than Disneyland, plus two spectacular water parks spread
out over three piers. 609-729-0586 |
| WILDWOOD BOARDWALK
- Wildwood - Offers enjoyment for bicycling - permitted weekdays until
11AM - weekends and Holidays until 10:30AM |
| DELTA LADY - Wildwood
- This 80' Mississippi River boat sails from Wildwood
Marina and offers a 2-hour narrated cruise of Cape May. 609-522-1919
|
| SUNSET LAKE AND TURTLE GUT PARK MEMORIAL
- Wildwood Crest - Site of famous
American Revolution battle fought in Cape May County 609-522-7788 |
| BIG FLAMINGO/CAPTAIN SINN'S SIGHTSEEING CENTER
- Wildwood Crest - Sightseeing,
dinner and whale-watching cruises. 609-522-3934 |
| COLD SPRING VILLAGE
- Cold Spring - Set on 22 acres, this 19th-century village
features the life and crafts of yesteryear. Visit the shops, restaurants,
bakery and country store. 609-898-2300 |
| CAPE MAY WHALE WATCHER
- Cape May - Cruises available for whale and dolphin
watching. SEASON BEGINS IN APRIL AND LASTS THROUGH OCTOBER. Cruises depart
between 10AM and 12AM and 1PM and 4PM 609-884-5445 |
| YANKEE SCHOONER
- Cape May - Sightseeing on an 80-foot tall ship. Sails daily -
MAY-SEPTEMBER 609-884-1919 |
| MID-ATLANTIC CENTER FOR THE ARTS
- Cape May - YEAR-ROUND tours of Cape May's
Victorian National Landmark District. Music Festival in June. 609-884-5404 |
| CAPE MAY - Cape May
- America's oldest seashore resort has national historic
landmark status. It has the largest concentration of authentic Victorian
structures in the nation including many Bed & Breakfasts. Popular vacation
spot for out-of-state visitors. 609-884-5508 |
| CAPE MAY COUNTY PARK AND ZOO
- Cape May Court House - More than 300 species of
mammals, birds and reptiles. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK, YEAR-ROUND. 609-465-5271
|
| CAPE MAY LIGHTHOUSE
- Cape May Point State Park - Cape May - Spectacular views
from the Watch Room Gallery of this restored 1859 structure. One of the
oldest continually operating lighthouses in the United States 609-884-8656
|
| CAPE MAY-LEWES FERRY
- Cape May - Auto passenger ferry offers cruises across the
Delaware Bay to historic Lewes, Delaware 609-884-5445 |
