Explore Things to Do in New Jersey
Welcome to New Jersey - a diverse and exciting destination where coastal beauty, vibrant cities, and rich history meet. Stroll the iconic boardwalks of the Jersey Shore, relax on sandy beaches, or explore charming seaside towns like Cape May with its stunning Victorian architecture. Discover the cultural attractions and world-class dining of cities like Newark and Jersey City, or take in the scenic landscapes of the Pine Barrens and Delaware Water Gap. From amusement parks and historic sites to outdoor adventures and lively festivals, New Jersey offers unforgettable experiences for every kind of traveler.
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Planning the perfect vacation in New Jersey is easier than ever with our all-in-one platform for finding and booking day trips, tours, excursions, and memorable local experiences. Browse curated activities, compare options, and check live availability so you can reserve your must-do adventures well before you arrive in New Jersey. By booking ahead, you skip the hassle of searching once you're already on vacation and avoid missing out on popular experiences that fill up fast. Let us help you build a trip that’s smooth, stress-free, and filled with the moments you’ll remember most.
Why wait until you arrive in New Jersey to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!
Today's Featured Tours Explore All
Striped Bass Charter(8Hr) May/Oct/Nov/Dec - 53' Jersey Nutz
8 Hours • Up to 6 People • On the 53' Jersey Nutz • Departing from Point Pleasant Beach Location!
Pleasant Beach
Jersey Nutz Charter LLC
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Unlimited Season Pass
Unlimited season pass good from November 20, 2026 - January 3, 2027!
East Brunswick
Winter Wonder Lights
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NYC Night Skyline Tour
Breathtaking views! • 25 Minutes
Fairfield
20-25 Minutes
Air Activities, Helicopter Tour
Helicopter Tours NYC
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AJ Meerwald Wine Cruise
Club Member Exclusive
Rio Grande
Hawk Haven Vineyard & Winery
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Burial at Sea
For all ages • 2 Hour Private Ocean Charter
Somers Point
2 Hours
Private Tours
Water Activities
Shore Thing Charters OCNJ
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Dead By Dawn
$40 per player | Private Game | (Up to 10 People)
Passaic
Private Tours
Brighton Asylum
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Kayak Next to the Statue of Liberty
1.5 Hours • Ages 6+ • Breathtaking Experience! • Beginner Friendly. Includes Boat Ride!
Jersey City
Kayak
Urban Paddle Kayaks
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Aloha Sunset Cruise 6:30p
Two to four hours • All Ages / 21+ if drinking • For up to 6 people
Brigantine
Aloha Tiki Cruises LLC
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24 Hour Canyon Special
$425 | 24 Hours
Point Pleasant Beach
24 HOURS
The Gambler
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Savor the City: Asbury Park
2.5 Hours • Ages 16+ • Cookman Avenue area of Asbury Park
Asbury Park
Jersey Shore Food Tours
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Experience Cape May Explore All
Salt Marsh Safari
Cape May
Salt Marsh Safari on The Skimmer
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Sunset Salt Marsh Safari
Our evening Sunset Salt Marsh Safari is BYOB! Enjoy a little wine or a beer during your tour!
Cape May
Salt Marsh Safari on The Skimmer
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Large Group Experiences • Saturdays April through October
For large parties of 8-12
Cape May
90 minutes
Private Tours
Cape May Winery & Vineyard
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3hr - Whale, Dolphin, & Bird Watch
All Ages
Cape May
3 Hours
Dolphin
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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24hr Marine Mammal & Pelagic Bird Watch
80-100 miles offshore
Cape May
12 Hours
Boat Tour, Whale Watch
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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PRIVATE Carriage Ride-DAILY -Subject To Weather & Driver Availability
Most Popular!• 30 minute tour • Best for couples and families
Cape May
30 minute tour
Private Tours
Carriage
Cape May Carriage Company
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Memberships
This is the perfect upgrade for locals and summer residents.
2026 Whale & Dolphin Watching Season Pass
Unlock a year of unlimited Whale & Dolphin watching!
Cape May
Whale Watch
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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Cape May, NJ - Small Group
All Ages • Two Hours • Up to Six Guests
Fishing Excursions Explore All
Fall Sea Bass Charter
1-6 Passengers • 6 hours • The perfect time of year to catch sea bass!
Sea Isle City
6 Hours
Fishing
Jersey Cape Guide Service
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Large Crabbing & Fishing Skiff
Up to 4 Passengers OR 700 pounds MAX including passengers and gear.
Barnegat Township
Half or Full Day (4 or 8 hours)
Fishing
Island Vista Marina
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Striped Bass Full Day Charter
Private 7-Hour Striped Bass Fishing Charter
Belmar
7 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Fishing
Celtic Stoirm
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Fluke
All Ages Welcome • 7 Hours • Best fishing in Keyport, NJ
Keyport
7 Hours
Fishing
Northeast Fishing LLC
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4 Hour Ocean Fishing
All ages • Great for friends & family!
Avalon
4 Hours
Fishing
Miss Avalon Fishing Fleet
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Small Crabbing & Fishing Pontoon
Up to 5 Passengers, or 900 lbs total including passengers and gear
Barnegat Township
Half or Full Day (4 or 8 hours)
Fishing
Island Vista Marina
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3 Hour Back Bay Crabbing
All ages • Great for friends & family! NO MOTION SICKNESS!!!!!
Avalon
3 Hours
Fishing
Miss Avalon Fishing Fleet
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2 Hour Family Fishing Excursion
2-Hour Family Fishing Excursion in Belmar Bay
Belmar
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Fishing
Celtic Stoirm
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Striped Bass
7-Hour Striper Trip - 7am!
Keyport
7 Hours
Fishing
Northeast Fishing LLC
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Canyon Overnight Chunk or Troll
30 Hours • Up to 120 miles
Point Pleasant Beach
30 Hours
Fishing
Tale Chaser Sport Fishing
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Experience Jersey City Explore All
Personalized Running Tour
Opportunity for you and your group to customize your own New York City Running Experience!
Jersey City
Private Tours
City Tour, Sightseeing Tour
City Fit Tours - New York City
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Jersey City Food Tour - Taste of the Heights
$96/person • 2.5 hours • 5 locations
Jersey City
City Tour, Food Tour, History Tour
Beyond the Plate Food Tours
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Thursday Night Dock and Dine- Jersey City
Jersey City
Up to 5hrs
Hudson River Boat Charters
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Red Bank Off the Shore Food Tour
$120/person • 2.5 hours • Drinks Included
Jersey City
Private Tours
Food Tour
Beyond the Plate Food Tours
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KAYAK RENTAL- NEWPORT MARINA- 1 HOUR
1 Hour • Ages 6+ • 1 Hour Rental Zone
Jersey City
1 hour
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Urban Paddle Kayaks
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Kayak Next to the Statue of Liberty
1.5 Hours • Ages 6+ • Breathtaking Experience! • Beginner Friendly. Includes Boat Ride!
Jersey City
Kayak
Urban Paddle Kayaks
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ASA 103 Coastal Cruising
Ages 14+ • 3-Day Coastal Cruising Course • Earn Your ASA 103 Certification
Jersey City
3 Day Course
Sailing
True North Sailing Center
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Historical Harbor Tour
🏙️ Scenic History Cruise • 3 Hour Charter • All ages
Jersey City
3 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Hudson River Boat Charters
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3 Hour Private Daytime Sail • Jersey City Departure
Just ask your Captain what you would like to see! We'll try our best to accomodate!!
Jersey City
3 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Sailing, Sightseeing Tour, Water Activities
Tribeca Sailing
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Launch to Honorable William Wall
MYC's Floating Clubhouse
Jersey City
Boat Cruise, Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Dinner Boat, Dinner Cruise, Food Tour, Party Boat
Honorable William Wall
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Foodie Tours Explore All
Collingswood Food Tour
3 Hours • Thai, Turkish, Regional Sandwich w/ a Chef's Twist
Eastampton
Food Tour
On The Town Food Tours
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Haddonfield Food Tour
3 Hours • Ages 21+ French-Inspired, Indian, Mediterranean, Brew Stop!
Eastampton
Food Tour
On The Town Food Tours
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Nana's on the Hudson
For all ages! • 3 Hours • Lunch and Dinner cruises available!
Jersey City
3 Hours
Food Tour
FREEDOM LUXURY CHARTERS
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Launch to Honorable William Wall
MYC's Floating Clubhouse
Jersey City
Boat Cruise, Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Dinner Boat, Dinner Cruise, Food Tour, Party Boat
Honorable William Wall
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Mount Holly Food Tour
3 Hours • Ages 21+ • Jamaican, Crab Cakes+, Variety of Homemade Soups, Brew Stop!
Eastampton
Food Tour
On The Town Food Tours
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Hammonton Food Tour
3 Hours • Ages 21+ • All Mexican Cuisine, Brew tastings!
Eastampton
Food Tour
On The Town Food Tours
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Savor the City: Point Pleasant
3 Hours • Ages 16+
Point Pleasant Beach
3 Hours
Food Tour
Jersey Shore Food Tours
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Haddon Township Food Tour
3 Hours • Venezuelan, Italian, and Chef Prepared Sandwich!
Eastampton
Food Tour
On The Town Food Tours
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Somerville Taste Around Town!
$120/person • 3 hours • Drinks Included
Jersey City
Beer Tour, City Tour, Cocktail Tour, Food and Wine Tour, Food Tour, Walking Tour, Wine
Beyond the Plate Food Tours
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Bordentown Food Tour
3 Hrs • Steakhouse, Gourmet Pizza, Homemade Pasta and Sauces. So much Revolutionary history!
Eastampton
Food Tour
On The Town Food Tours
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Whale Watching Explore All
SUP Rentals
From $30 · Ages 18+ to Rent · 1-8 Hours · Up to 250 lbs Max
Whale Watching
All Ages Welcome • 4 Hours • Best whale Watching in Keyport, NJ
Keyport
4 Hours
Whale Watch
Northeast Fishing LLC
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3hr - Whale, Dolphin, & Bird Watch
All Ages
Cape May
3 Hours
Dolphin
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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The Cape May "Big One" 3 Hour Whale, Dolphin & Bird Trip Departing Wildwood Crest
"Big One"
21.6' Pontoon
From $440 · Ages 25+ to Rent · 4 - 10 Hours · Up to 8 People or 1500 lbs
Boston Whaler Outrage
Starting at $500 • Ages 25+ to Rent • Half Day - Three Day Rentals • Up to 7 people
Dolphin , Shark & Whale Discovery Cruise (2 Hours)
See Dolphins, Ocean Wildlife & Whale Sightings
Belmar
2
Boat Tour, Dolphin, Swim with Dolphins
Jersey Shore Whale Watch
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Private Party Boat rental starting at $2300
Have a party on our 150 passenger boat
Belmar
1
Private Tours
Jersey Shore Whale Watch
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2hr - Sunset Dolphin Watch
All Ages
Cape May
2 Hours
Dolphin
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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Private Tours Explore All
Reggae Music in Kingston
7 Hours • Private Kingston Reggae & Dancehall Immersion
West Orange
7 hours
Private Tours
Walking Tour
LANGLOIS VOYAGES LLC DBA Music from Roots
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Private Lesson Packages
Packs of 3 / 5 are available
Oceanport
Private Tours
Shore SUP Yoga
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Wakesurf Open Session
Open Wakesurf in NY with like-minded people
Hopatcong
2.5 hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Wake Club New Jersey
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Fluke Full Day Charter
Private 7-Hour Fluke Fishing Charter
Belmar
7 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Fishing
Celtic Stoirm
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Two Hour Back Bay Cruise through the Avalon horseshoe
2 hours • All ages • Up to 6 people
Sea Isle City
2 hours
Private Tours
Wakeside Watersports
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Beachy Tiki - BIG Tiki!
Public & Private Tours Daily: 8:30am - 10:30pm • 1.5 Hours
Ocean City
1.5 hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Boat Tour, Tiki Boat
OCNJ Watersports
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Historical Harbor Tour
🏙️ Scenic History Cruise • 3 Hour Charter • All ages
Jersey City
3 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Hudson River Boat Charters
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Private Fishing Trip
All Ages • 4 Hours • Up to 25 Passengers
Margate City
4 Hours
Private Tours
Fishing
Captain Robin
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Trick-or-Treat Special - First-Class Table Car
First-Class private table for up to 4 guests
Woodstown
1-hour 30 minutes
Private Tours
Woodstown Central Railroad
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Private Beachcat Party Boat
All Ages • 2, 4 & 8 Hour Options • 22 Passenger Max
Brick
Private Tours
Benchmark Boat Rentals LLC.
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