A Guide to New Jersey’s Lesser Known Attractions

Aerial view of East Brunswick NJ

Aerial view of apartment complex a residential district East Brunswick New Jersey USA

Uncharted and Unexposed Attractions in NJ

In close proximity to the legendary New York, our state of New Jersey is situated on a peninsula between the Hudson and Delaware rivers.

As one of the most developed states, it offers a variety of attractions and exciting activities for visitors. New Jersey is a state with it all: large, urban districts, as well as small-but-so-beautiful and colorful natural nooks.

Visitors from abroad will be shown and displayed at the sites in any city and region of the country.

Planning a trip to New Jersey? Check out these off the beaten path lesser known fun attractions in and around our fascinating state!

The Bungalow Hotel in Long Branch is a truly hip small boutique hotel which was named the chicest in the country by Elle magazine. The hotel is inside of pure Village which is an awesome village that post many cool shops, bars and eateries all in ½ square mile right on the ocean.

Image of a room at the Bungalow Hotel in Long Branch NJ

New Jersey has some of the nicest and unique bed-and-breakfasts on the East Coast.

Woolverton Inn – the Woolverton in in beautiful remote Stockton in New Jersey allows visitors to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life to an extremely awesome tranquil location. If you’re looking for some quiet and some relaxation and you would like to pet a real sheep, we highly suggest that you stay for a couple of nights in one of their extremely cozy rooms or cottages. All visitors will enjoy a three-course breakfast. You will also be able to visit nearby towns like New Hope, PA.

About 23 miles southwest of New Hope lies a very wonderful little town called Jamison Pennsylvania. Jamison is home to the Ross Mill Farm pig farm. The farm is dedicated to having a pig as a household companion.

Tours of the farm run from April until the late fall. On the tour, you will get to meet all of the pig residents and you will learn about the history of the farm and how it became the “home of the pet pig”.

Another amazing pretty much unknown lodging choice resides in Ewing New Jersey. The name of the hotel is called the Element. The Element is a very modern hotel with an indoor pool. It’s definitely worth checking out. 

Unique Date Ideas  in NJ

Silhouette of a romantic couple in NJ

Red Baron Air Tours – Did you know that you can fly a red Baron airplane on your own personal flight over the New Jersey shore? Most people do not. Take your loved one on a plane ride of a lifetime!  Flights depart from Woodbine Airport and Ocean City New Jersey Airport. 

Image of an airplane flying over the Jersey Shore

Flights run from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend. Advanced reservations are highly recommended. Find more romantic date ideas in NJ.

Atlantic City

A well-known tourist destination, Atlantic City is sometimes referred to as the less successful younger sibling of Las Vegas. In Atlantic City, there are an enormous number of casinos that draw a lot of tourists. Each casino has a distinct personality that should not be disregarded. The Wild West Casio inside of Caesars is a unique casino that boasts different fin bars and live entertainment.

You will still have fun in Atlantic City even if you don’t win a lot of money. And if you do win, make sure to use your winnings properly. As a fantastic investment, gold can be used as an example. Gold’s price will never go down. There are many gold dealers in America, the best of them, by the way, are located in San Francisco – this is San Francisco Bay Area’s premiere gold dealer. In New Jersey, you can find many dealers. Additionally, you can use the winnings as a down payment on a piece of property or an investment in your company. Although it’s simple money, it’s best to keep them from spending it on entertainment.

Because Atlantic City looks out over the Atlantic Ocean, even if you don’t like gambling, you might enjoy something else there, like a stroll along the pier. The city’s various piers each offer something unique to see and do.

The Atlantic City Historical Museum will delight those who think that the city is only known for its casinos. This is not so at all: in the museum, you will learn everything about the history of the city, the various cultures mixed in its appearance, moreover, the entrance to the museum is completely free.

The Atlantic City Aquarium fascinates with its diversity. It includes many representatives of the fauna of the Atlantic and other seas. It has several pools, divided by theme, among which there is an open one.

Atlantic City is also well known for hosting a variety of shows, including concerts and sporting events. All year long, Atlantic City nightlife establishments host a variety of themed events.

Newark

Image of Newark NJ

A journey to the city of Newark, where you can see the zoo, planetarium, and numerous museums with intriguing scientific and art exhibits inside their walls, will be entertaining and thrilling. The Prudential Center, an ice facility where hockey games are frequently played, will be the main draw for hockey fans.

Because the city is originally and foremost known for instances of Gothic architecture, those who admire architecture will enjoy simply strolling around the area. One of the most exquisite Gothic churches in the nation is the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Princeton NJ

Princeton University is home to an amazing free Art Museum!

Image of Princeton NJ Well-known to residents near the Princeton area (but hardly known by others living outside the Princeton area) is Contes Pizza and Bar.

Contes is an old-school establishment serving up thin-crust pizza and New York-style red sauces.

They have just recently added gluten-free pizza, pasta, beer, and vodka! Again, our goal is to give you the lesser known attractions and facts about these attractions! 

We hope you are enjoying your read!

Lesser Known Activities and Attractions in New Jersey

New Jersey is famous for its beach vacations which offer amenities such as surfing, parasailing, and other water sports are available.

But did you ever hear of Zupping? Zupping is a cool new watersport where you get towed by a boat with a rope on a small surfboard where you can stand, kneel, lay down, do tricks, and ride backward. You can go zupping at Wakeside Watersports in Sea Isle City, NJ. Call 609-263-9100 for more information.

If you leave the Jersey shore and big cities, you can find some really cool lesser-known off-the-beaten-path national parks like the Pinelands National Reserve where you can explore many acres of farm and forest. You can also go canoeing.

Renault Winery is a historic winery where you can relax and stay the night at their newly renovated hotel Château Renault which merges modern amenities with classic hospitality.

Image of Renault Winery

 

Cuisine

It is possible to sample culinary wonders from all over the world thanks to the state’s and the nation’s cuisine. In restaurants serving US national food, the barbecue and Waldorf salad are must-tries. A must-try in Atlantic City is seafood because of the city’s beachfront location.

As a result, New Jersey is ideal for enjoyment throughout the year. Everything depends on your wants and plans. You may unwind in the state’s national park, experience the boisterous scene of Atlantic City, and visit Princeton to further your cultural development. Everyone will be able to unwind in New Jersey in 2023, whether they are young, old, married, or single.

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