Kid-Friendly Activities in New Jersey

From Rollercoasters to Science Museums

It’s easy to play around New Jersey when traveling with kids. The Garden State is chock-full of amusement parks, arcades, hiking trails, and children’s museums.

This vacation, play your way through New Jersey with the little ones. Choose from giant arcades, roller coasters, and summer acting camps during your time in the Garden State. Take in a Jets game at the Meadowlands Arena and Sports Complex near Fort Lee, try summer acting camp at the Strand Center for the Arts in Lakewood, or trot along the famed Atlantic City Boardwalk – not just for the casino goer anymore.

If you and your family plan on exploring New Jersey by foot, then you’re in luck. Northern New Jersey has a number of spectacular gardens and parks – most complete with hiking trails and walking paths. Whether in the mood for a brisk morning walk with the kids, or a family day on some hiking trials, New Jersey has what you’re looking for – so get those walking shoes ready for the Morristown National Historical Park in Morristown and Rutgers Gardens in East Brunswick.

During your next vacation in New Jersey, your kids may find their new home away from science camp. Step inside the large Newark Museum in of course, Newark, the New Jersey Children’s Museum in Paramus, or the Thomas Edison National Historic Park in West Orange. The Garden State is full of museums, cultural centers, and historic parks – all perfect for the whiz kid in your family.

Find your family’s favorite spot in New Jersey, and get ready for kid-friendly fun in the Garden State.

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Atlantic City Hotels

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BEST WESTERN Envoy Inn

1416 Pacific Avenue, Atlantic City NJ 08401-8011
Phone: (609) 344-7116  |  Fax: (609) 344-5659  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary continental breakfast

East Brunswick Hotels

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BEST WESTERN East Brunswick Inn

764 Route 18, East Brunswick NJ 08816-4907
Phone: (732) 238-4900  |  Fax: (732) 257-2023  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary continental breakfast

Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with a 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. Pet rate is $20 per day with a $50 per week maximum.

Exercise facility

Fort Lee Hotels

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BEST WESTERN Fort Lee

2300 Route 4, Fort Lee NJ 07024-3212
Phone: (201) 461-7000  |  Fax: (201) 461-3338  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary continental breakfast deluxe with make your own waffles

Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with an 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. Pet rate is $20 per day with a $100 per week maximum. A refundable cleaning & damage deposit of $50 is required upon check-in. If damage occurs or excessive cleaning is needed, the deposit can become non-refundable and the hotel may charge additionally to cover the costs of repair/cleaning.

Exercise facility Open from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Lakewood Hotels

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BEST WESTERN Leisure Inn

1600 Route 70, Lakewood NJ 08701-5906
Phone: (732) 367-0900  |  Fax: (732) 370-4928  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary continental breakfast

Outdoor pool pool is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day

Morristown Hotels

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BEST WESTERN PLUS Morristown Inn

270 South Street, Morristown NJ 07960-6019
Phone: (973) 540-1700  |  Fax: (973) 267-0241  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary full breakfast, hot and cold breakfast

Hibiscus, on premises, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner, Authentic Caribbean and American Cuisine featuring live jazz on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday brunch.

Exercise facility

Newark Hotels

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BEST WESTERN PLUS Newark Airport West

101 International Way, Newark NJ 07114-2314
Phone: (973) 621-6200  |  Fax: (973) 621-6266  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary hot buffet breakfast

Restaurant, on premises, open daily 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

Exercise facility, 24 hours cardio-vascular equipment

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BEST WESTERN PLUS Robert Treat Hotel

50 Park Place, Newark NJ 07102-4398
Phone: (973) 622-1000  |  Fax: (973) 622-6410  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary continental breakfast

Maize, on premises, Full Service, Mediterranean, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, Zagat rated 3 Diamond fine dining

Exercise gym

West Orange Hotels

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BEST WESTERN PLUS Turtle Brook Inn

555 Northfield Avenue, West Orange NJ 07052-2426
Phone: (973) 731-5300  |  Fax: (973) 731-0263  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Coffee shop continental breakfast only 7:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Universal gym cardiovascular equipment