This is second in a series of states, where I highlight my time spent in a state. These are my own recommendations of restaurants and things to do, and I hope to share my perspective. I hope to visit all 50 states in my lifetime to see the sights and learn about each area.
New Jersey - My Neighbor Beach State
Be on the lookout for traffic circles and turning left onto a road is not always an option :)
Trenton and area - It is fortunate for you to see all of the letters of the Trenton Makes Bridge illuminated at night. Waterfront Park is home to the Trenton Thunder, and there is a nightclub nearby, recently renamed Rho. The NJ State Museum is interesting to see with many changing exhibits. There is a planetarium there that runs free shows on certain Saturdays. The William Trent house gives a tour, and you learn how people lived in colonial times. Grounds for Sculpture, near the Hamilton train station, is a great place to spend the day. You can take a leisurely walk around the art. Make reservations at Rat's Restaurant because they are always packed.
Princeton - The University, where Einstein taught, takes up a large part of this town. There are quaint shops, restaurants, and a very cool bookstore is across the street. Away from the center of this town, you'll find upscale restaurants, such as Ruth's Chris Steakhouse and the Salt Creek Grille, as well as supermarkets like Wegman's, Wholefoods and Trader Joe's.
Lyndhurst - This industrial area has New York traffic from many Jersey habitants. Take in a different experience at Medieval Times, a bizarre dinner theatre, where you eat with your hands in the dark and cheer on your color knight in battles.
Edison/Menlo Park an interesting area with many eclectic restaurants and Thomas Edison pride. A rare-to-find AMC Dine-in Theater gives adult movie goers an option of alcoholic drinks, and not sharing the theater with anyone younger than 21. Recline while eating dinner and watching a flick!
Cherry Hill - The Cherry Hill Mall is a King of Prussia wanna-be because it provides the same chain restaurants, and it is a larger than average mall. You will experience traffic from in and out of Philly throughout this area.
Jackson - This town is home to the Jackson Outlets and 6 Flags Great Adventure (See post on Roller Coasters!) It is easy to get to from exits 16A and B off Route 195.
Atlantic City - If you are particular about what casino you like, there is an endless variety here. Great boardwalk with other things to do besides gambling. There is the Absecon Lighthouse to climb, plenty of restaurants and stores at Pier One at Caesar's and in other casinos.
Wildwood - ’Watch the tram car please, Wa-wa-watch the tram car please.' There are three parts; North Wildwood, Wildwood and Wildwood Crest. If you would like to go on the beach here, be warned that it is a long walk on the sand to reach the ocean. The boardwalk is two miles long, so bring comfortable sandals or take the tram car. Bikes are allowed on the boardwalk until around 11:00am, and then the national anthem comes on. The Crest is quieter than the other areas because the attractions stop on the boardwalk when Wildwood ends. The DooWop style is fading, and mainstream condos are popping up everywhere. There are still some original motels, like the Lollipop and, on the higher end, the Starlux, so get to them while you can.
Cape May - Victorian houses line the streets and across the beach front. There are a few beach and specialty shops. There is a ghost tour where you walk around town and hear crazy tales of spirits inside these houses and stores. Elaine's dinner theater is worth going to because of the change in atmosphere from the beach scene. They have good food and great shows. You can take your car and ferry over to Delaware to visit Rehoboth Beach.
Other Beaches: Seaside Heights has the Jersey Shore cast, but also a nice mile long boardwalk and attractions. Other beaches with nice boardwalks are Ocean City, Belmar, Long Branch, and Point Pleasant.
New Jersey - My Neighbor Beach State
Be on the lookout for traffic circles and turning left onto a road is not always an option :)
Trenton and area - It is fortunate for you to see all of the letters of the Trenton Makes Bridge illuminated at night. Waterfront Park is home to the Trenton Thunder, and there is a nightclub nearby, recently renamed Rho. The NJ State Museum is interesting to see with many changing exhibits. There is a planetarium there that runs free shows on certain Saturdays. The William Trent house gives a tour, and you learn how people lived in colonial times. Grounds for Sculpture, near the Hamilton train station, is a great place to spend the day. You can take a leisurely walk around the art. Make reservations at Rat's Restaurant because they are always packed.
Princeton - The University, where Einstein taught, takes up a large part of this town. There are quaint shops, restaurants, and a very cool bookstore is across the street. Away from the center of this town, you'll find upscale restaurants, such as Ruth's Chris Steakhouse and the Salt Creek Grille, as well as supermarkets like Wegman's, Wholefoods and Trader Joe's.
Lyndhurst - This industrial area has New York traffic from many Jersey habitants. Take in a different experience at Medieval Times, a bizarre dinner theatre, where you eat with your hands in the dark and cheer on your color knight in battles.
Edison/Menlo Park an interesting area with many eclectic restaurants and Thomas Edison pride. A rare-to-find AMC Dine-in Theater gives adult movie goers an option of alcoholic drinks, and not sharing the theater with anyone younger than 21. Recline while eating dinner and watching a flick!
Cherry Hill - The Cherry Hill Mall is a King of Prussia wanna-be because it provides the same chain restaurants, and it is a larger than average mall. You will experience traffic from in and out of Philly throughout this area.
Jackson - This town is home to the Jackson Outlets and 6 Flags Great Adventure (See post on Roller Coasters!) It is easy to get to from exits 16A and B off Route 195.
Atlantic City - If you are particular about what casino you like, there is an endless variety here. Great boardwalk with other things to do besides gambling. There is the Absecon Lighthouse to climb, plenty of restaurants and stores at Pier One at Caesar's and in other casinos.
Wildwood - ’Watch the tram car please, Wa-wa-watch the tram car please.' There are three parts; North Wildwood, Wildwood and Wildwood Crest. If you would like to go on the beach here, be warned that it is a long walk on the sand to reach the ocean. The boardwalk is two miles long, so bring comfortable sandals or take the tram car. Bikes are allowed on the boardwalk until around 11:00am, and then the national anthem comes on. The Crest is quieter than the other areas because the attractions stop on the boardwalk when Wildwood ends. The DooWop style is fading, and mainstream condos are popping up everywhere. There are still some original motels, like the Lollipop and, on the higher end, the Starlux, so get to them while you can.
Cape May - Victorian houses line the streets and across the beach front. There are a few beach and specialty shops. There is a ghost tour where you walk around town and hear crazy tales of spirits inside these houses and stores. Elaine's dinner theater is worth going to because of the change in atmosphere from the beach scene. They have good food and great shows. You can take your car and ferry over to Delaware to visit Rehoboth Beach.
Other Beaches: Seaside Heights has the Jersey Shore cast, but also a nice mile long boardwalk and attractions. Other beaches with nice boardwalks are Ocean City, Belmar, Long Branch, and Point Pleasant.
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| Long Branch, NJ in 2010 |
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