There’s so much more to New Jersey than its mid-Atlantic location, sandwiched between New York City and Philadelphia. The state is bursting with write-home-about attractions and one-of-a-kind towns—from Princeton’s ivy-covered campus and the world’s first boardwalk to the oldest operating lighthouse and Thomas Edison’s storied laboratory. Add in 130 miles of Atlantic shoreline, top-rated amusement parks, fine and performing arts, jackpot bells and whistles, and noteworthy historical landmarks, and you’ll discover why New Jersey is the ideal touring destination!
Awe-inspiring attractions
Whether your group is seeking extreme thrills or learning experiences disguised as play, New Jersey has you covered. Six Flags Great Adventure is the crown jewel of the state’s amusement parks, boasting rides for every age (and level of bravery!), live shows, and shopping. American Dream houses every type of pleasurable pursuit you can imagine under its ultra-expansive roof—including the Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park, which happens to be the Western Hemisphere’s largest indoor amusement park. Looking for edu-tainment opportunities? Liberty Science Center and Adventure Aquarium are two absolute must-sees.
Toes-in-the-sand relaxation
Treat your group to a sun-and-sea vacation along 130 miles of soft, sandy beaches. The Sandy Hook Unit of Gateway National Recreation Area delivers a unique blend of history and recreation. Splash in the waves, jam to live music, and pose in front of Instagram-worthy art murals in Asbury Park. Spread a blanket across your own swath on the extra-wide beaches and marvel over mid-century Doo-Wop architecture in The Wildwoods. Or excavate Cape May “Diamonds” and admire the “Painted Ladies” in Victorian Cape May.
Arts & culture scene
Breathtaking masterpieces loom largely under clear, blue skies at Grounds For Sculpture, a distinctive outdoor art park. Sit back and let world-class performers dazzle your group at NJPAC. Explore exotic collections from around the globe at the Newark Museum of Art. And gaze upon artifacts that embody the wonders of science, history, and the arts at the New Jersey State Museum.
