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
Yoga Time: Strike a Pose & Snack
Tuition $130 per child l 4-week session l ages K-4 l starts 2/4/26
Ridgewood
3:30 - 4:30 pm
Kid-Friendly
HealthBarn USA
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Boat Charters
Up to 12 Passengers • 3 to 8 Hours • Overnight Available: Call to book!
When The Sun Goes Down Sunset Cruise
2 Hours • All Ages • 7-9 PM
Somers Point
2 hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Pau Hana Boat Tours
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Can-Am Ryker
1 - 3 Day Rentals • Ages 25+ • Starting at $199
Hoboken - Dinner Cruise (Weekday)
All ages welcome! | 3 Hours | Weekday
Same Day Round Trip - Edison - BC1
2 Hours Each Way • Safe, Reliable and Clean Transportation
South End Boardriders Club
Free! Get More Stoke & Exclusive Perks!
Beach Haven
South End Surf 'N Paddle
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kids SUP Camp
A fun adventure awaits while learning to paddle!
Scotty Mac's Sippy Poo BBQ!
All Ages! • May 2,2026
Experience Cape May Explore All
Live Music on The Salty Palm ????
Live music, golden sunsets, and coastal vibes aboard The Salty Palm.
Cape May
3 hours
Jersey Shore Cruises LLC
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The Salty Kids Summer Camp June 22nd-25th
Cape May’s coolest summer adventure is here! A fun and exciting way to explore the bay!
Cape May
2.5 hours each day (choose 1-4 days)
Kid-Friendly
Jersey Shore Cruises LLC
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Distillery Tour
Must book in advance • Taste the farm to bottle difference!
Cape May
Nauti Spirits Distillery
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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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Fireworks Cruise
July 3rd & July 4th
Cape May
2.5 Hours
Boat Tour, Whale Watch
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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2hr - Dolphin & Bird Watch
All Ages
Cape May
2 Hours
Dolphin
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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Early American Dinner
Fundraising Dinner for Historic Cold Spring Village
Cape May
5pm to 7pm
Museum
Historic Cold Spring Village
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Cape May Bachelorette Party Boat! ????
Calling all Brides-to-be! ???? Book a sun-soaked, champagne-filled bachelorette celebration????
Cape May
1hr 45mins - 2hr 45 mins
Jersey Shore Cruises LLC
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6 Hour Day Boat Fishing
Starting at $80 | All Ages welcome | Daily Sailings | Departure 9am SHARP
Foodie Tours Explore All
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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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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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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Red Bank Off the Shore Food Tour
$120/person • 2.5 hours • Drinks Included
Private Tours
Food Tour
Beyond the Plate 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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Hammonton Food Tour
3 Hours • Ages 21+ • All Mexican Cuisine, Brew tastings!
Eastampton
Food Tour
On The Town Food Tours
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Somerville Taste Around Town!
$120/person • 3 hours • Drinks Included
Beer Tour, City Tour, Cocktail Tour, Food and Wine Tour, Food Tour, Walking Tour, Wine
Beyond the Plate Food Tours
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Sip and Stroll: Point Pleasant
3 Hours • Ages 21+
Point Pleasant Beach
3 Hours
Food Tour
Jersey Shore Food Tours
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Atlantic City Food Tour
3 Hours • Italian Cuisine! Restaurants established since the early 1900s and enjoy the boardwalk.
Eastampton
Food Tour
On The Town Food Tours
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Try Your Luck at a Casino Explore All
From Hasbrouck Heights - BC1
4 Hours Each Way • Safe, Reliable and Clean Transportation
Hasbrouck Heights
Panorama Bus Tours
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Same Day Round Trip - Hasbrouck Heights - BC1
4 Hours Each Way • Safe, Reliable and Clean Transportation
Hasbrouck Heights
Panorama Bus Tours
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Same Day Round Trip - Jon Bon Jovi Rest Area (Formerly Cheesequake) - BC1
2 Hours Each Way • Safe, Reliable and Clean Transportation
From Union - BC1
3 Hours • Safe, Reliable and Clean Transportation
Same Day Round Trip - Edison - BC1
2 Hours Each Way • Safe, Reliable and Clean Transportation
From Edison - BC1
2 hours • Safe, Reliable and Clean Transportation
From Rahway - BC1
2 hours 30 Minutes • Safe, Reliable and Clean Transportation
Same Day Round Trip - East Orange - BC1
3 Hours Each Way • Safe, Reliable and Clean Transportation
From Jon Bon Jovi Rest Area (Formerly Cheesequake) - BC1
2 hours • Safe, Reliable and Clean Transportation
Same Day Round Trip - Union - BC1
3 Hours Each Way • Safe, Reliable and Clean Transportation
Whale Watching Explore All
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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Easter Brunch Dolphin Watch
Cape May
2 Hours
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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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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Special Event Trips
Special Events
Belmar
Whale Watch
Jersey Shore Whale Watch
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21.6' Pontoon
From $420 · Ages 25+ to Rent · 4 - 10 Hours · Up to 8 People or 1500 lbs
6hr Mini Pelagic with Cape May Bird Observatory
3-20 miles offshore
Cape May
6 Hours
Cruise / Large Boat
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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Annual Passes
Jersey Shore Whale Watch
Belmar
Whale Watch
Jersey Shore Whale Watch
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Breakfast & Dolphin Watch with Santa
Cape May
2 Hours
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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2hr - Dolphin & Bird Watch
All Ages
Cape May
2 Hours
Dolphin
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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Jersey Shore Whale Watching - Belmar NJ 3 Hours
Jersey Girl Boat • up to 3 Hours • Prices vary are listed on each date
Belmar
2-3 hours
Boat Tour, Day Sail, Dolphin, Sailing, Shark Watch, Whale Watch
Jersey Shore Whale Watch
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Smash The Vote • 15-20 Minute Packages
Rage Room • 1-4 People
Pompton Lakes
15-20 minutes
Escape Room NJ - Pompton Lakes
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2 Hour Dolphin & Bird Watch- "Around Cape May"-Departing From Wildwood Crest
Private Surf Lessons in Beach Haven
Ages 6+ • 90-Minutes • 1-on-1 Instruction
Beach Haven
Private Tours
South End Surf 'N Paddle
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The Culinary Food Tour
Ages 7+ • 3 Hours • 10 People Max
Antigua Guatemala
Culinary Antigua
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Private Surf Lesson(s) - Bradley Beach
All Ages
1 hour & 15 minutes
Private Tours
Summertime Surf School
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Camp Cock-a-Doodle-Doo in Wyckoff, NJ
July 2026 • Ages 1-5 • Tuesday and Thursday Mornings • Fun Outdoor Activities!
Wyckoff
1 hr 45 minutes
Kid-Friendly
Abma's Farm
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Single Tub - Hot Tub Boat Tour of NY Harbor & Statue of Liberty
Starting at $375 • BYOB • 1.5 hours • Private Tub for Up to 10 People
Jersey City
1.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Sea the City
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Fall Foliage Cruise- Hudson River
Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise • 3-Hour Charter • Up to 6 Passenger • All ages
Edgewater
3 Hours
Hudson River Boat Charters
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Special Agent
60 Minutes | 65% Success Rate
Woodbridge
60 Minutes
All In Adventures - Woodbridge, NJ
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After Party Cruise - Seaside Heights
All ages • Up to 12 People • 2 Hours • Private Cruise
Seaside Heights
Private Tours
Ohana Tiki Cruises
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Kayak Tours/Rental Explore All
Single Kayak Rental - Malibu 11.5
1 seat Kayak rental
Seaside Park
2 Hours - 5 Days
Kayak
Yakkity Yak Kayaks
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Atsion Lake Adventure
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Pinelands Adventures
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Kayak Next to the Statue of Liberty
1.5 Hours • Ages 6+ • Breathtaking Experience!
Jersey City
Kayak
Urban Paddle Kayaks
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Class Packages
The more sessions you buy the more you save!
Boat Charters
Up to 12 Passengers • 3 to 8 Hours • Overnight Available: Call to book!
Single 11.5' Kayak Rental
For Ages 12+ • 1 - 4 Hour Rentals • Explore the tranquility of the water!
North Wildwood
1 - 4 Hours
Kayak
Trippin Out Watersports
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Tandem Kayak Rental
Ages 6+ • Hourly- Weekly rental options • Oceanport Location
Oceanport
Kayak
Oceanport Paddle Club
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Hobie Lynx
Full day rental of a Hobie Lynx Kayak
Seaside Park
1 Day rentals only
Kayak
Yakkity Yak Kayaks
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River Kids - Camp
Ages 7+ • 3 Days • Oceanport Location
Oceanport
Kayak, SUP
Oceanport Paddle Club
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