Grand estates. Ethnic neighborhoods. Sites of historic Revolutionary War significance. Miles of beaches. Nostalgic Atlantic City. And of course, gardens. New Jersey abounds with images of cultural, historical and natural treasures. The farther you go from the New Jersey Turnpike, the closer you come to the essence of the place aptly nicknamed the Garden State.
Things to do in Hazlet
Keansburg Amusement Park
This family destination is a crowd pleaser. Come and have fun by combining boardwalk memories with cutting edge technology. The whole family can experience the MOBY DICK ride. MOBY’s rotating platform whisks up to 24 riders high and away at increasing speeds to torque up the fun and excitement. Perhaps the new KITE FLYER will be more your liking. Young and old are guaranteed to remember their very own simulated free flying experience. Try the Double Shot that blasts riders nearly 100 feet in the air. The Chaos, Tornado, Pharoah’s Fury and Wild Cat Roller Coaster will further dazzle your senses. If it is just a leisurely day of fishing that you need, our 2500’ fishing pier is open seven days a week or roll out your towel and soak up the rays on our beaches as you view the New York Skyline. Call (732) 495-1400 for more information.
275 Beachway, Keansburg, NJ 07734
New Jersey Vietnam Veterans' Memorial
The Vietnam War memorial features an emotionally moving bronze statue that depicts a nurse tending to a downed soldier. Also on view are 366 black granite panels inscribed with the names of 1,560 New Jerseyans who were either killed or listed as missing in the war. Call (732) 335-0033 for more information.
New York Aquarium
New York Aquarium, on the Coney Island Boardwalk exhibits marine life in outdoor pools and indoor tanks. The Oceanic tank features a Beluga whale. Local species are featured in the Hudson River exhibit. The Gulf Stream Habitat examines the various fish that are swept up the river by the stream during the summer. The Sea Cliffs exhibit is a replica of the rocky Pacific Coast and features walruses, sea otters, seals and penguins. Call (718) 265-3474 for more information.
602 Surf Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11224
The Jane Voorhees Zimmerli Art Museum
The Jane Voorhees Zimmerli Art Museum on the College Avenue Campus of Rutgers University. Focused on printmaking and the graphic arts, the museum has amassed a distinctive array of international works, including Japonisme art and one of the largest collections of nonconformist art from the Soviet Union. American art includes paintings and sculpture, illustrations from children's literature and works of stained glass. Call (732) 932-7237 for more information.
71 Hamilton Street, New Brunswick,, NJ 08901
Twin Lights State Historic Site
The twin-tower 1862 lighthouse replaced a structure built in 1828. An important site in lighthouse technology, the tower once was the primary light source for New York harbor. A museum contains exhibits about the history of the lighthouse. Visitors can climb the north tower. Call (732) 872-1814 for more information.
Lighthouse Rd. & Highland Ave., Highlands, NJ 07732