Coolest Attractions in NJ

Sessions in September/October and April/May!

If you find yourself often leaning towards California or Italian wines, the fall session may be the right one for you. Use fresh grapes from California and Italy to create a wine. Alternatively use either Chilean or Argentinian grapes in the spring session.

Group tours available for schools or families!

There are three group options that will help you and your group travel to the past. You can choose Meet The Past where the kids will be recruied into General George Washington's army or choose A Call to Arms which adds on two workshops to the Meet the Past program. The final option is an outreach program that is interactive through a variety of activities. 

Bubble Soccer, Mash-Up Games, Laser Tage, Nerf Wars! 
This place is the ultimate family fun center, created with groups in mind, this place will have your friends raving! 

Featuring a sports massage focusing on a problem area!

If you have a frozen shoulder or pulled hamstring, or another sports-related injury, opt for their sports massage. It is a Swedish massage that stimulates circulation of blood and lymph fluids while focusing on the sore area. 

Featuring the popular Hot Air Balloon Festival!

Watch mass balloon launches every night at the Warren County Farmer's Fair! Tethered rides will also be offered. One night, they even have the Bicycle Balloon Race. If you plan early enough, you may even get the chance to ride up high in one of the balloons!

Ride includes a BBQ meal with the Famous River Hot Dog Man!

Halfway through your ride, you can stop by the Famous River Hot Dog Man and enjoy your complimentary BBQ meal next to a private island. They even feature picnic tables in the water! The meal includes two hot dogs or one cheeseburger along with a large beverage and snack. 

Daily public tours starting at 1 p.m.!

Come with the whole family for a two hour underground walking tour. Be sure to bring a light jacket since it's around the mid 50's in temperature. Adult price is $12 while children between 4 and 12 is $11. During July and August they have tours starting at 10 a.m., too.

Mini-golf that glows!

Monster Mini Golf provides you with a unique experience golfing under black lights. The oddly spooky yet cool environment will be memorable for anyone who visits! Wear neon colors so you can glow, too!

Perfect for expelling your fear of bugs!

At Insectropolis, you will learn all the things that nobody tells you about spiders, butterflies, millipedes, and more! Explore their habitats and lifestyles while getting up close and personal with the opportunity to touch a few, including a tarantula!

The Marketplace now open!

Adventure Aquarium recently opened The Marketplace, an all-new eco-friendly dining experience with a fresh menu with locally sources options. They focus on combatting plastics from entering the ocean through sustainable practices. 

Regular events including reenactments!

The Village at Allaire regularly hosts a variety of fun events such as flea markets, car shows, and more. They even have reenactments of local historical events from the 1800s! Check out the calendar to see what's coming up. 

Featuring special day trips and getaways!

To break the cycle of your humdrum commute, explore their other travel options. The Seastreak will take you to Martha's Vineyard, Newport, Nantucket, and more! It is the most elegant method of transport when exploring the east coast. 

More than an art studio... a community!

When you come to Let's Create, you don't just get a chance to channel all your creative energy, but you make friends doing it. Everyone in the studio shares an appreciation and love of art providing a nurturing and social environment. 

Perfect for field trips!

If you're looking to take your camp or school group somewhere fun for the day, BonkerZ is a premier choice. There are a variety of packages based on per person price and offering different combinations of fun. Choose one the best suits your group size and interests!

Summer savings: $5 after 5 p.m.!

Take advantage of GSDM's savings throughout the summer months of August and July. Monday's through Thursday's admission price after 5 in the evening is only $5! A perfect activity for spending time with your kid after work.

Mommy and Me classes offered, too!

The very little ones can have fun decorating, too! Take them to a mommy or daddy and me class so they can have fun playing and expressing themselves, no matter how messy! Their seasonal one is decorating a gingerbread house available in December.

Youth classes grounded in STEAM!

STEAM (STEM + Arts) is a holistic educational approach. Glass Roots has core programs for teens and young adults that are offered through workshops, camps, and more. They will handle molten glass and pick up on techniques and common practices.