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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Our site gives you a fast, convenient way to explore the best tours, excursions, and experiences available for your vacation in New Jersey. With up-to-date schedules, clear descriptions, and secure booking directly with local operators, you can lock in the activities you’re excited about before your trip even begins. No more scrambling for last-minute openings - just confident planning and more time to enjoy your getaway. Let us help you turn your vacation in New Jersey into something truly memorable.
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
Dolphin /Whale Tour Belmar NJ 2 Hours
Whale sighting guarantee does not apply
Belmar
2
Boat Tour, Dolphin, Swim with Dolphins
Jersey Shore Whale Watch
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Brinton Lodge Paranormal Investigation
June 6th, 2026 • Ages 18+ • 5 Hours
Private Pedalcycle - Beach Haven
Full Bike/Private tour - This is for the entire bike for 2 hours
Beach Haven
2 Hours
Private Tours
Bike Rental
The PedalCycle
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50 Minute Trip
50min trip(includes travel time out/back in and 1/2hr in designated location)
50 Minutes (includes travel time out/back in and
Mocean Waverunner
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Private Sailboat Cruise
2.5 Hour Cruises • 6 people maximum • Ages 7+
Island Heights
Private Tours
Seaside Sailing
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New Jersey Zone
Premium Grade Trees • Contactless & Safe In-Home Delivery Available
Two Hour Watersports Trip - Includes wakeboarding, tubing, zupping, and waterskiing
2 hours • All ages • Up to 6 people
Sea Isle City
2 hours
Private Tours
Wakeside Watersports
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Surf Lessons
Join us in Seaside Heights for personalized instruction! | All skill levels welcome!
Space Escape
$29.99 per person | up to 10 people | 17% Escape Rate (4-10 players)
Rio Grande
Private Tours
Escape May
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Cape's Top Chef
Private Tours Explore All
SUP Tour
Ages 18+ or parental consent (Minimum age 10) • 1 Hour • Private, Up to 4 people
Long Beach
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Guided Tour
Acme Surf & Sport
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Scotty Mac's Sippy Poo BBQ!
All Ages! • May 2,2026
Private Surf Lesson Package ( NOT A BOOKED DATE)
1 Hour & 15 Minutes | 2 or 3 Day Lesson Packages
Manasquan
Private Tours
Pink Pineapple Surf LLC
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Pick Your Own Pumpkins
Ages 2+ • 1.5 Hours • September and October 8am-5pm • Must Reserve Online!
Sourdough Bread Class
Learn to make delicious sourdough bread at home! Ages 12 & up
Daily Rentals
Chairs, Umbrellas and more!
Seaside Park
All Day!
Water Activities
Funtown Beach
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General Admission
Great for families! Hours Vary - Please Check By Date
4th of July Fireworks Cruise Hoboken
Annual 4th of July Fireworks Cruise!
Hoboken
4 Hours
Cornucopia Cruise Line
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The Interview: Las Vegas
1 Hour • 1-10 People
Pompton Lakes
Private Tours
Escape Room NJ - Pompton Lakes
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Whale Watching Explore All
2hr - Dolphin & Bird Watch
All Ages
Cape May
2 Hours
Dolphin
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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2026 Whale & Dolphin Watching Season Pass
Unlock a year of unlimited Whale & Dolphin watching!
Whale Watch
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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Special Event Trips
Special Events
Belmar
Whale Watch
Jersey Shore Whale Watch
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SUP Rentals
From $30 · Ages 18+ to Rent · 1-8 Hours · Up to 250 lbs Max
Sunset Cruises
1 or 2 Hours • Up to 6 People
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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3hr - Whale, Dolphin, & Bird Watch
All Ages
Cape May
3 Hours
Dolphin
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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Dolphin /Whale Tour Belmar NJ 2 Hours
Whale sighting guarantee does not apply
Belmar
2
Boat Tour, Dolphin, Swim with Dolphins
Jersey Shore Whale Watch
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Kayak Rentals
From $25 · Ages 18+ to Rent · 1-8 Hours · Up to 250 lbs Max · Singles & Doubles Available!
Strathmere
Kayak
Whale Creek Marina
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3/4 Day Fishing Trip
All Ages • 6 Hours • Saturdays Only
Beach Haven
6 Hours
Fishing
Miss Belle Fishing
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City Tours Explore All
Boardwalk Icons · Legends of Asbury Park
Ages 12+ • 60 Minutes • One Square Mile. A Million Stories.
Asbury Park
60 Minutes
City Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
History Chick Tours
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Backstreets of the Dark City · Downtown True Crime Tour
Ages 12+ • 60 Minutes • One Mile. Endless Tales.
60 Minutes
City Tour, Ghost Tour, Sightseeing Tour
History Chick Tours
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Jersey City Food Tour - Taste of the Heights
$96/person • 2.5 hours • 5 locations
City Tour, Food Tour, History Tour
Beyond the Plate Food Tours
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Boardwalk Crimes of the Dark City
Ages 12+ • 60 Minutes • One Mile. Endless Shadows.
Asbury Park
60 Minutes
City Tour, Ghost Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
History Chick Tours
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Rockaway Brewery
Enjoy Queen's Most Dynamic Neighborhood with your Running Shoes followed by Delicious Brews!
Long Island City
Brewery, City Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour
City Fit Tours - New York City
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Personalized Running Tour
Opportunity for you and your group to customize your own New York City Running Experience!
Private Tours
City Tour, Sightseeing Tour
City Fit Tours - New York City
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Christmas in New York Holiday Lights Tour
'Tis the Season New York City Style!
New York City
1.5 hours
City Tour, Guided Tour
City Fit Tours - New York City
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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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Day Tour
For all ages! • 40 Min • Up to 3 Passengers
Linden
City Tour
Azzurra City Tours
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Night Tour
For all ages! • 40 Min • Up to 3 Passengers
Linden
City Tour
Azzurra City Tours
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Experience Jersey City Explore All
Sunset Cruise
🌅 Sunset Cruise to the Statue of Liberty • 3-Hour • All ages
Jersey City
3 Hours
Boat Tour
Hudson River Boat Charters
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Fall Foliage Cruise- Hudson River
Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise • 3-Hour Charter • Up to 6 Passenger • All ages
Jersey City
3 Hours
Hudson River Boat Charters
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One Hour Sunset Loop Around the Statue of Liberty
Ages 5+ • 1 hour
Jersey City
1 hour
Kid-Friendly
Boat Tour
Treasure Girl Cruises
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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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"Sea" the Sunset (1-hr Jet Ski Tour)
18+ to drive, 12+ to ride. Starting at $179 • Most Popular! • 1 hour
Paddle Pups Kayak Tour- 60 minutes
Paddle with your pup! Dogs over 30lbs require a 2 adults one paddle + one handler. PUPS PADDLE FREE
Jersey City
Kayak
Urban Paddle Kayaks
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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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Statue of Liberty Rental Zone: 1 Hour
Rental Zone Fun Next To The Statue! STARTING AT $169!
Thursday Night Dock and Dine- Jersey City
Jersey City
Up to 5hrs
Hudson River Boat Charters
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Both Tubs - Private Hot Tub Boat Tour of NY Harbor & Statue of Liberty
Starting at $1,950 • Private boat for up to 20 people • 1.5 hours
Jersey City
1.5 Hours
Private Tours
Sea the City
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Foodie Tours Explore All
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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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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Roman Cuisine in Testaccio
A Food Tour Through Tradition and Transformation • Max 6
Roma
3 hours
Food Tour
Katie Parla's Food & Culture Tours
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Medford Food Tour
3 Hours • Smoke BBQ, Comfort Food, Fried Chicken Sandwich
Eastampton
Brewery, 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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Madison Food Tour
A foodie favorite!
Madison
3
Food Tour, Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Chow 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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Haddon Heights Food Tour
3 Hours • South American, Kombucha w/ Small Plates, Floridan, and farmer's market
Eastampton
3 hours
Food Tour
On The Town 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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Experience Cape May Explore All
Distillery Tour
Must book in advance • Taste the farm to bottle difference!
Cape May
Nauti Spirits Distillery
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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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6 Hour Day Boat Fishing
Starting at $80 | All Ages welcome | Daily Sailings | Departure 9am SHARP
The Salty Kids Summer Camp June 29th- July 2nd
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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Private Cruise on The Salty Palm 🌴
Cape May's Ultimate Luxury Party Cruise - up to 49 people!
Cape May
2-3 hours
Private Tours
Jersey Shore Cruises LLC
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Cabana Rental
All Ages • Up to 4 People • Half or Full Day Rentals
Fireside Chat - Tea "That Baneful Weed" A Discussion about the Boston Tea Party
Fundraiser for Historic Cold Spring Village
Cape May
3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Historic Cold Spring Village
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Private Farm Tours
For All Ages! • 30 Minutes • Meet the Alpacas!
Cape May
Private Tours
Jersey Shore Alpacas
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Private Party Cruise
Private Pontoon Party Boat • Up to 20 guests • Up to 3 hours of fun on the water • for all ages
Cape May
1hr 45mins - 2 hr 45mins
Private Tours
Bus Tour
Jersey Shore Cruises LLC
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