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All Northern NJ Coolest Attractions in NJ
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Cool, Local Adventures
What is cool to you? Are you in awe of outdoor adventures or gobsmacked by great artistry? Maybe you get hyped for competitive sports or crafting something of your own. Whatever type of attraction rocks your world, there's a place to find it in Northern NJ. Check out the selection below of NJ's coolest attractions.NJ Magazine's #1 Amusement Park in North Jersey!
The Land of Make Believe offers rides, a waterpark, and more in a beautiful scenic setting. It has everything you need for a day filled with family fun and laughs. They consistently add new rides and attractions, so don't forget to check back to see what's new!
Land of Make Believe and Pirate's Cove
908-459-9000 | Warren CountyThe Land of Make Believe and Pirate's Cove is every child's summer fantasy! With classic rides in the amusement park section and water attractions in the waterpark section, this theme park combines two of the best places to be on a summer day! You can relax in the pool at Pirate's Cove or get your adrenaline pumping on the Black Hole. Or you can choose to jo... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsEnjoy mass hot air balloon launches as up to 25 hot air balloons go from green pasture to blue sky!
Warren County Farmer's Fair
908-283-0721 | Warren CountySpend the day out in the countryside. Enjoy a mass hot air balloon launches as up to 25 hot air balloons go from green pasture to blue sk... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsinterACT Theater Productions
973-544-8489 | Essex CountyABOUT interACT - interACT's mission is to be an inclusive, accessible, true theatre of the Community, creating opportunities for those who wish to be involved, novice or veteran, and explore works that create conversation, challenge the status quo, and embrace diversity, while maintaining high-quality productions at affordable price... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsStatue Cruises
1-877-523-9849 | Hudson CountyGet up close and personal with the Statue of Liberty! Statue Cruises of New York and New Jersey offers ground, pedastal, and crown access the the Statue of Liberty National Monument, as well as admission to the Ellis Island National Immigration Museum, and a round trip boat tour in New York Harbor. This cruise is a must-see because it is one of the only f... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsDaily 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.
Sterling Hill Mine Tour and Museum
973-209-7212 | Sussex CountyTake a step into earth science and geology as you uncover a variety of mysteries. At this NJ museum you will see a world famous mineral deposit, fossils, and even fluorescent mineral... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsFeaturing 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.
SeaStreak
1-800-262-8743 | Monmouth CountyWhat better method of commute to NYC than aboard a high-speed ferry with beautiful views. Not to mention and abundance of leg room and a well-equipped bar on boar... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsMore 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.
Let's Create Art Studio
973-299-0633 | Morris CountyLet's Create Art Studio features workshops, summer camps, and classes for all ages to enjoy. Their philosophy to art education is to provide students the tools that they need to express themselves creatively. All students will learn in different ways and have different results embodying their imagination... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsYouth 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.
Glass Roots
973-353-9555 | Essex CountyTry a new way to express your creative self! Take on a glass making course. Students will be provided with an interactive curriculum where they will learn all about the process and get to participate in i... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsNJ Magazine's #1 Amusement Park in North Jersey!
The Land of Make Believe offers rides, a waterpark, and more in a beautiful scenic setting. It has everything you need for a day filled with family fun and laughs. They consistently add new rides and attractions, so don't forget to check back to see what's new!
Land of Make Believe and Pirate's Cove
908-459-9000 | Warren CountyThe Land of Make Believe and Pirate's Cove is every child's summer fantasy! With classic rides in the amusement park section and water attractions in the waterpark section, this theme park combines two of the best places to be on a summer day! You can relax in the pool at Pirate's Cove or get your adrenaline pumping on the Black Hole. Or you can choose to jo... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsEnjoy mass hot air balloon launches as up to 25 hot air balloons go from green pasture to blue sky!
Warren County Farmer's Fair
908-283-0721 | Warren CountySpend the day out in the countryside. Enjoy a mass hot air balloon launches as up to 25 hot air balloons go from green pasture to blue sk... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsinterACT Theater Productions
973-544-8489 | Essex CountyABOUT interACT - interACT's mission is to be an inclusive, accessible, true theatre of the Community, creating opportunities for those who wish to be involved, novice or veteran, and explore works that create conversation, challenge the status quo, and embrace diversity, while maintaining high-quality productions at affordable price... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsStatue Cruises
1-877-523-9849 | Hudson CountyGet up close and personal with the Statue of Liberty! Statue Cruises of New York and New Jersey offers ground, pedastal, and crown access the the Statue of Liberty National Monument, as well as admission to the Ellis Island National Immigration Museum, and a round trip boat tour in New York Harbor. This cruise is a must-see because it is one of the only f... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsDaily 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.
Sterling Hill Mine Tour and Museum
973-209-7212 | Sussex CountyTake a step into earth science and geology as you uncover a variety of mysteries. At this NJ museum you will see a world famous mineral deposit, fossils, and even fluorescent mineral... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsFeaturing 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.
SeaStreak
1-800-262-8743 | Monmouth CountyWhat better method of commute to NYC than aboard a high-speed ferry with beautiful views. Not to mention and abundance of leg room and a well-equipped bar on boar... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsMore 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.
Let's Create Art Studio
973-299-0633 | Morris CountyLet's Create Art Studio features workshops, summer camps, and classes for all ages to enjoy. Their philosophy to art education is to provide students the tools that they need to express themselves creatively. All students will learn in different ways and have different results embodying their imagination... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsYouth 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.
Glass Roots
973-353-9555 | Essex CountyTry a new way to express your creative self! Take on a glass making course. Students will be provided with an interactive curriculum where they will learn all about the process and get to participate in i... Read More
Visit Website View Details
Outdoor Adventures Await
In New Jersey, you don't have to travel far to feel transported to another world. Quench your thirst for adventure with any option from our selection of New Jersey's top outdoor attractions. Hiking, windsurfing, kayaking, what have you, your next epic adventure awaits you!