Dubbed the “Garden State,” New Jersey has many things to offer tourists, including 130 miles of sandy Atlantic Ocean shoreline, world-class attractions and restaurants, and bustling cities that pulse with excitement and opportunity. The heart of the state, however, lies in the cute small towns that welcome visitors to explore the region at a slower, more relaxing pace.
Cape May
Tourists walk through Washington Street Mall in Cape May, New Jersey. Image credit JWCohen via Shutterstock
The cute beach town of Cape May is the southernmost point in New Jersey, and is known as a charming vacation destination. Cape May is a relaxing respite from everyday life, as it offers almost three miles of sandy coastline on which you can sunbathe, swim, play volleyball, and for the more adventurous, kayak, surf and skimboard. Fishing is permitted in specified areas.
If you’re visiting town with your family, don’t miss a trip to the Cape May County Park and Zoo, which features more than 500 animals representing over 250 different species. The Cape May Point Science Center is another must-see attraction, as is the Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviatin Museum. The naval air station was commissioned in 1943, and served as a training center during WWII. The Colonial House was once the family home of Revolutionary War patriot Memucan Hughes, and is open for free tours during the summer months.
Lambertville
Shops in a City Center in Lambertville, New Jersey. Editorial credit: christianthiel.net / Shutterstock.com.
Named one of “America’s 15 Prettiest Towns” by Forbes, the quaint town of Lambertville makes the ideal family vacation, girls trip, or weekend getaway destination. Lambertville’s…