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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Absecon Lighthouse ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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2. Atlantic City Aquarium ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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3. Atlantic City Cruises

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4. Battleship New Jersey

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5. Black River and Western Railroad

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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6. Cape May County Park and Zoo

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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7. Cape May Whale Watcher

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8. Franklin Mineral Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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9. Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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10. Historic Cold Spring Village

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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11. Hunterdon Museum of Art

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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12. Insectropolis The Bugseum of New Jersey

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13. Jenkinson's Aquarium

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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14. Liberty Science Center

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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15. Marine Mammal Stranding Center

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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16. Northlandz

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17. Paws Discovery Farm

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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18. Space Farms Zoo & Museum

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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19. The Cohanzick Zoo

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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20. The Lambert Castle Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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21. Tuckerton Seaport

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22. Turtle Back Zoo

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • From indoor museums to historic sites, from aquariums and zoos to science centers, and from railroads to cruises and much more, the state of New Jersey has no shortage of interesting and fun things to see and do for the entire family.
  • There are forests and parks for hiking, interactive museums with abundant hands-on activities, and opportunities for watching whales among so many other attractions that make for a great day out with kids.
  • New Jersey offers a wide variety of things to do no matter what families enjoy, whether it's outdoor adventures or a fun day indoors.

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