Top Things to do in Jersey Shore
Top 10 Outdoor Activities in Jersey Shore, Jersey Shore
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. Bliss Price Arboretum and Wildlife Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By dragonflyazul - Eatontown, United States
This Nature Sanctuary has a lot to offer, a trail circles the Arboretum, a stream flows through the area. Paradise place for deer .Many Bird species nest here. Nice place to hike too. I love this place!!!
3. Sunset Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 592 reviews
Reviewed By susank1003
What a great little hidden gem.This small little beach offers the most amazing sunsets.You can visit the grill and have a great burger on the covered deck.The little gift shops always have cute treasures to buy and they have a restroom.There's free parking and no beach tags! Its a win win.During in season if you can go at sunset you will see a flag ceramony that will bring tears to your eyes.Each night a flag is lowered that belonged to one of our Vetrans.The family is usually there and takes part while music is played.Its a great way to honor your country all while sitting in front of the sinking concrete ship on this pebbled beach and ending the day in a beautiful heartfelt way.
4. Manasquan Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Located just south of New York City, this beach is known for good swimming and surfing.
Reviewed By Michon21
I've been going to Manasquan Beach since I was ten and am going again tomorrow, forty one years later, because it's a nice quiet family beach where I can nap on the sand, read a book, and enjoy the sound of the waves.
5. Stone Harbor Point
6. Wildwood Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,879 reviews
A wide beach that appeals to families.
Reviewed By stronziger - Carlstadt, United States
Absolutely one of the cleanest, largest and most importantly free beaches in New Jersey. After spending time here you will not want to go anyplace else.
7. North Wildwood Beach
8. 8th Ave Jetty
9. Bay Head Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By curt-brit - Fredericksburg, United States
Great surf, wonderful sand, very clean and well managed... majestic dunes, ancient piers, close to boardwalks and amusement park... all you could ask for summer fun.
10. Poverty Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By psudino - Weehawken, United States
This is one of those places that is not as popular since it is not close to any bars, restaurants or activities. That is precisely why I enjoy it so much. The primary entrance is on Wilmington Ave. Once you arrive you'll see a very wide beautiful section of beach. Lifeguards here seem to be sparce compared to Cape May Beach. But there are a lot less people so if you have younger kids it's easier to keep an eye on them. Overall, this is one of the least populated beaches that I've been to in NJ and that has a lot to do with why it is one of my favorites.
