Top Things to do in Jersey Shore
Things to do in Jersey Shore, Jersey Shore: The Best Zoos & Aquariums
The Atlantic coast of New Jersey, with its beaches and boardwalks, stretches from Sandy Hook in the north to Cape May in the south. Fresh ocean breezes fan 127 miles of sandy beaches. Drive between cities or catch a NJ Transit bus or Atlantic City jitney bus. Atlantic City packs people in to nightlife venues and casinos. Wildwood's boardwalk is well-trod. Asbury Park is once again popular, particularly with gays and lesbians. Cape May's restaurants and Victorian inns lure tourists to the historic town.
Restaurants in Jersey Shore
1. Cape May County Park & Zoo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,589 reviews
Have a wild time as you explore more than 85 acres of beautifully maintained exhibits. With 200 different species of mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles and approximately 500 animals, you're sure to see something new. The Cape May County Zoo is open 364 days a year (closed Christmas). Summer Hours: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Winter Hours: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. beginning November 2nd. No admission fee. That's right! The zoo is free of charge! Donations are GREATLY appreciated! Join the FUN, where the admission is always FREE!
Reviewed By JazzinInJersey - Nutley, United States
All you pay us a donation, free parking and there you go !!! We are on vacation and this is our 3rd visit. It was an overcast day and all the animals were out. We saw giraffes, lion and lioness, bears, snow leopard, cougar, leopard, camels, eagle,zebra.... restrooms galore, food stops,wheelchair accessible
2. Popcorn Park Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 209 reviews
Reviewed By Schmaubs
We've been coming to the Popcorn Park Zoo for years and love the mission of the zoo: saving and protecting animals in need. This was our first visit bringing our daughter, and she loved it too -- she's 2, so getting to see animals she's only read about in books (tigers, bears, monkeys, etc.) was really cool. It's small enough to easily see all exhibits, but has a wide array of animals to keep everyone entertained. We especially love reading about each animal's story as we make our rounds -- the Humane Society does incredible work, and we're so grateful a haven like this exists for animals in need.
3. Jenkinson's Aquarium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 263 reviews
Jenkinson's Aquarium opened in 1991 and is a proud member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). This indoor facility is dedicated to educating the public on various aspects of marine life and conservation. From Atlantic Sharks to Coral Reef and Local Fish the Aquarium has a variety of marine individuals. There is a Rainforest area with parrots and monkeys and a Pine Barrens area with turtles, frogs and even an owl. Touch tanks, Harbor seals and African Penguins are also included. Check out our Penguin Web Cam on the Aquarium website. You can come and go all day once you pay, so enjoy our exhibits then go out to the beach, rides, mini golf and return later in the day to see some animal feedings. Open year round.
Reviewed By mud7slide
Jenkinson's Aquarium is a must stop when on the Point Pleasant Beach Boardwalk Many varieties of fish, turtles , penguins, seals and sharks Very kid friendly and Covid -19 responsible Reasonably priced
4. Atlantic City Aquarium Historic Gardner's Basin
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 481 reviews
Reviewed By wmtlm - Warren, United States
granddaughter eight years old just loves this place. it is a great place for the kids to interact with all types of marine animals and has a guide on site for all of their questions.
5. Seaport Aquarium
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 264 reviews
Reviewed By ellendF8497JK - Detroit, United States
In the past 5 or so years, this exhibit has been non-stop improving and getting more amazing. I think there is a new owner, well not "new" anymore b/c it's 2019 but new from when I started visiting b/c it's like night and day better from 10 years ago. Every year the exhibits get bigger and bigger. I can feed so many of the animals. The alligators have land and water and I can feed these pellets of nutrient-rich food to them. They are brown and fall in the water for them to catch. I suppose they must dye the water sometimes when the animals are full but the water was clean when I was there. Nutrient-rich food seems to be a common theme. I got a tour from the owner who was super knowledgable on all the animals and he told me so many of them are rescued from bad environments. I rescued my dog so I love that he does that. I saw him giving fresh bananas and grapes and veggies to the animals. That's food I even love! Anyways. a few points that make me come back year over year. -to watch the animals grow. The owner obviously takes good care of these creatures every winter. -to watch the improvements he makes to the infrastructure and the exhibits. it just gets better and better. -in hopes for more tours. If you can get the owner to give you one, it's so worth it. -it a super affordable thing to do on what adds up to be a pricey vacation for the week. -it's fun for all ages. My advice. go for sure. Esp if you have kids. It's super cool and educational.
6. Atlantic Farm Market
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
